Human Resources Manager

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Manager, Human Resources to lead the HR function in our fast-paced Software Product Development Environment. The ideal candidate will have deep experience in HR operations, talent strategy, and employee engagement within the tech or consulting industry. This role will be responsible for aligning HR practices with business goals, managing a growing team, and supporting a culture of innovation, performance, and continuous learning.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic HR Leadership

• Develop and execute HR strategies aligned with the companys business objectives.
• Partner with leadership to drive organizational design, workforce planning, and change management.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior management on all people-related matters.

Employee Relations & Engagement

• Foster a positive work environment that emphasizes collaboration, respect, and diversity.
• Lead employee engagement initiatives and gather actionable feedback through surveys and one-on-one interactions.
• Manage conflict resolution and complex employee relations issues in a fair and consistent manner.

Performance Management & Development

• Lead the performance appraisal process, goal-setting, and feedback cycles.
• Design and implement training, leadership development, and career pathing programs.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and upskilling.

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

• Oversee end-to-end recruitment for technical and consulting roles.
• Build and maintain a strong employer brand to attract top IT talent.
• Forecast hiring needs and develop talent pipelines for future growth.

Training & Development

• Assess training needs across departments and levels, especially for technical and consulting teams.
• Design, deliver, and evaluate learning programs, including onboarding, leadership development, soft skills, and technical upskilling.
• Partner with subject matter experts to create custom in-house learning content.
• Monitor and report on training effectiveness and ROI.

HR Operations & Compliance

• Oversee HR processes including onboarding, offboarding, payroll coordination, and HRIS administration.
• Ensure compliance with labour laws, data privacy regulations, and internal policies.
• Manage HR audits, metrics reporting, and documentation.

Payroll & Compliance

• Oversee payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and adherence to legal requirements
• Ensure compliance with PF, ESIC, gratuity, and minimum wage regulations
• Maintain records related to overtime, contract labour, and statutory benefits

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• 10+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience in the Software Product or IT services or consulting industry.
• Strong knowledge of labour laws, HR systems, and industry best practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• MBA in HR or similar.
• Experience in scaling HR functions in a fast-growth environment.
• Familiarity with global HR practices