HRHead/ HR Operation will lead the human resources function, ensuring strategic alignment with the institution’s academic goals and organizational values. This leadership role is responsible for managing the entire employee lifecycle – from recruitment and onboarding to performance management and compliance – while cultivating a thriving and inclusive workplace culture. The role also involves oversight of compensation and benefits, HR systems, and legal compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Talent Acquisition and Onboarding
- Lead end-to-end recruitment for academic and non-academic positions.
- Design and implement talent acquisition strategies to attract high-caliber faculty, staff, and administrators.
- Establish and maintain partnerships with academic institutions and recruitment agencies.
- Oversee onboarding and induction programs to ensure seamless integration of new hires into the college culture.
2. Employee Development and Training
- Identify training needs and implement professional development programs.
- Drive leadership and soft-skills enhancement for faculty and staff.
- Ensure continuous upskilling and exposure to modern teaching methodologies and institutional best practices.
3. Performance Management
- Develop, monitor, and enhance performance management frameworks.
- Conduct performance reviews and feedback sessions, and guide underperformance management.
- Promote a culture of high performance, recognition, and accountability.
4. Compensation and Benefits
- Design and manage compensation structures aligned with market trends and institutional budgets.
- Oversee payroll administration, benefits delivery, and bonus management with accuracy and timeliness.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of compensation and benefits programs regularly.
5. Compliance and Legal
- Ensure compliance with applicable labour laws, educational regulations, and internal HR policies.
- Maintain accurate employee documentation and ensure data protection standards.
- Review and update employment contracts and institutional agreements.
6. HR Systems and Data Management
- Manage and implement Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) for efficient HR operations.
- Monitor and report on key HR metrics (e.g., cost-per-hire, retention, absenteeism).
- Leverage technology to optimize processes including payroll, attendance, and performance tracking.
7. Employee Relations and Workplace Culture
- Foster a transparent, inclusive, and productive work environment.
- Address grievances and resolve workplace conflicts professionally.
- Initiate employee engagement programs and internal communication activities such as satisfaction surveys, team-building events, and recognition programs.
8. Strategic HR Planning
- Align HR strategies with institutional goals to support academic and operational excellence.
- Forecast staffing needs and plan HR budgets and resource allocations.
- Periodically review and refine HR policies, ensuring relevance and effectiveness.
Requirements
- Graduate or post graduate; HR certification is a plus.
- 8+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role (preferably in the education sector).
- Proven expertise in managing the full employee lifecycle across diverse functions.
- Strong understanding of Indian labour laws, HR compliance, and educational HR policy frameworks.
- Proficient in HR technology platforms and payroll/HRIS tools.
- Demonstrated leadership in fostering high-performance cultures and inclusive workplaces.