Human Resources Generalist

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HR Generalist Location: Gujarat Company: Novatro Reports to: COO About Novatro Novatro is an innovative software company developing an AI-powered Intelligent Manufacturing Platform designed for medium-large manufacturing companies. Based in Rajkot, India, we're a growing and collaborative team passionate about using technology to revolutionize manufacturing operations. We're on a mission to drive efficiency and growth through cutting-edge technology solutions. About the Role We are seeking a versatile and proactive HR Generalist to join our growing startup team. This is an exciting opportunity for an HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to play a pivotal role in building our people operations from the ground up. You'll work closely with our COO and leadership team to develop scalable HR processes, support our talented workforce, and enable rapid organizational growth. Key Responsibilities Talent Acquisition & Recruitment ● Lead end-to-end recruitment processes for technical and non-technical roles ● Partner with hiring managers to define job requirements and candidate profiles ● Source, screen, and interview candidates using various recruitment channels ● Manage candidate experience and maintain strong talent pipelines ● Coordinate comprehensive interview processes including technical assessments ● Build relationships with external recruitment agencies and talent partners Employee Relations & Engagement ● Serve as primary point of contact for employee queries and concerns ● Foster positive workplace culture and employee engagement initiatives ● Conduct new employee onboarding and orientation programs ● Facilitate regular check-ins, feedback sessions, and stay interviews ● Manage employee grievances and conflict resolution processes ● Organize team events, offsites, hackathons, and cultural activities HR Operations & Compliance ● Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation systems ● Ensure compliance with Indian labor laws and statutory requirements ● Manage payroll coordination, benefits administration, and leave management ● Develop and update HR policies, procedures, and employee handbook ● Handle statutory compliance including PF, ESI, professional tax, and other requirements ● Coordinate with external HR service providers and consultants Performance Management & Development ● Design and implement performance review processes and frameworks ● Support managers in setting goals, conducting reviews, and development planning ● Identify training needs and coordinate professional development programs ● Create career progression frameworks and succession planning processes ● Support employee recognition and reward programs Strategic HR Planning ● Partner with leadership on organizational design and workforce planning ● Develop HR metrics and analytics to support data-driven decisions ● Support scaling initiatives and rapid team growth requirements ● Contribute to company culture development and employer branding ● Assist in building out new functions and departments as the company grows What We're Looking For Required Qualifications ● 3-5 years of experience in HR generalist roles, preferably in tech startups or fast-growing companies ● Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field ● Strong knowledge of Indian labor laws and statutory compliance requirements ● Experience with end-to-end recruitment and talent acquisition processes ● Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and local languages ● Proficiency with HR management systems, recruitment platforms, and productivity tools ● Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Preferred Qualifications ● Master's degree in HR, MBA, or relevant advanced certification ● Experience in software/technology companies or manufacturing industry ● Knowledge of remote work policies and distributed team management ● Experience with HR analytics and metrics-driven decision making ● Background in employee engagement and culture building initiatives ● Familiarity with startup scaling challenges and growth-phase HR needs Personal Attributes ● Versatile: Comfortable wearing multiple hats and adapting to changing priorities in a startup environment ● People-focused: Genuine passion for supporting employees and creating positive workplace experiences ● Proactive: Self-starter who can identify opportunities and take initiative without constant direction ● Collaborative: Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization ● Growth-minded: Excited about building HR processes from scratch and scaling with company growth ● Problem-solver: Creative approach to HR challenges with strong critical thinking skills ● Confidential: High level of discretion and ability to handle sensitive information appropriately What We Offer ● Competitive salary based on experience and expertise ● Opportunity to build the HR function in a growing technology company ● Direct collaboration with leadership team and significant impact on company culture ● Flexible work environment with remote work options ● Professional development opportunities and career growth potential ● Chance to work with cutting-edge technology solving real industry challenges ● Collaborative and innovative work environment with a passionate team Show more Show less