Human Resources Director - Goa, India - Onsite

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Human Resources Director for India and the Asia-Pacific-Africa region (APA) to lead our regional HR function. This role will be responsible for aligning HR strategies with business goals, ensuring compliance with regional labor laws, and fostering a high-performance culture across a diverse and multi-country organization. MUST REQUIREMENTS: Indian Nationals, Candidates living in Goa. Key Responsibilities: Strategic HR Leadership Develop and execute regional HR strategies aligned with business priorities of the region and global HR policies Partner with senior leadership in India and APA to support them on HR matters and drive organizational development and change initiatives Building local HR best practices and processes Lead workforce planning, labour cost control, talent management and medium-term succession planning, organizational design for the region Talent Acquisition & Development Oversee regional recruitment efforts ensuring best practices in assessing competence, potential and cultural fit Implement talent development programs where needed including leadership development and performance management projects Drive employee engagement and retention initiatives. Compensation & Benefits Ensure competitive and equitable compensation structures across the region. Support Union negotiations with best practice on the matter. Advise on merit and promotions salary reviews providing a structured methodology Manage MBO process and ensure objectives are aligned with business priorities Collaborate with global compensation teams to localize total rewards strategies. Employee Relations & Compliance Ensure compliance with all applicable labor laws and regulations across countries in APA. Lead HR risk management and employee relations issues, ensuring a positive work environment. Oversee implementation of HR policies and processes that are consistent, transparent, and legally compliant. HR Operations & Analytics Optimize HR operational efficiency, including the use of HRIS and data-driven decision making. Lead HR metrics, dashboards, and reporting to measure success and support MD in HR decision making Qualifications: Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role with regional responsibilities. Demonstrated track record of success in multi-state manufacturing environment in India Prior experience working in an MNC environment Demonstrated experience managing HR in India and multiple APA countries. Deep understanding of Indian employment law, labor market trends, and cultural nuances. Proven ability to lead in a fast-paced global organization. Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Team-based, hands-on management style, able to develop close working relationships across the business Preferred Skills: Experience with HR digital transformation and modern HR technologies. C&B Grading and Salary Benchmarking Recruitment and Talent Assessments HR Labour Cost analysis Languages : English, Hindi, (Gujurati also a plus). Salary range : 4.900.000 INR - 5.400.000 INR #JobsInGoa #GoaHiring #GoaTech Guala Closures is proud to be an equal opportunity employer . We are committed to ensuring that recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, and all other employment practices are free from discrimination. We encourage candidates from all gender identities, age groups, and nationalities to apply for this position. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and believe that a wide range of perspectives strengthens our team. Find out more about our commitment here: Welcoming diversity, valuing inclusion | GualaClosures Show more Show less