Job Title- Lead - HRBPJob Location - Bangalore,HSRWork Mode - WFO
Who We Are
Lokal is India's largest regional content and services platform, built for the 500 million+ internet users from tier 2+ towns.Founded by IIT alumni, Lokal started in 2018 to address the lack of relevant local content and now goes beyond content to solve real, everyday problems of Bharat. Growing as a house of apps, Lokal is evolving into an AI-driven discovery and access platformconnecting users in tier 2+ India with the experts, tools, and knowledge they've historically lacked access to:
Our Vision
- Access & Empowerment for Bharat through AI and Local Language Internet.
What We Offer -
- Lokal Matrimony - Location-based matchmaking apps focused on hyperlocal compatibility
- Lokal Jobs - Hyperlocal job discovery platform connecting blue- and grey-collar workers with nearby opportunities
- GyanTV - Skill-based learning in regional languages (stocks, photography, small business & more)
- Dostt - Make new friends through voice chats, games, and real, authentic conversations
- Eaze - A safe space to explore emotional well-being via community-driven support
- AstroLokal - Instant access to trusted astrologers through audio and chat
- And more - 10+ new apps in testing & exploration across agricultural advisory, legal advisory, financial guidance, and AI-powered personal assistants
Role OverView -
We are looking for a strategic and experienced Senior HR Business Partner (HRBP) with 5+ years of experience in high-growth startups. In this role, you will partner with leadership and cross-functional teams to drive key people strategies, foster engagement, manage performance, and enhance the overall employee experience across all employment types
What Does The Team Do -
The People Team at Lokal App plays a critical role in building a performance-driven, inclusive, and engaging culture. We manage the full employee lifecycleonboarding, development, performance, compliance, engagement, and offboardingensuring alignment with our business goals and values.
What You'II Do -
Onboarding & Integration
- Own and drive the end-to-end onboarding process for all employee typesFTEs, interns, contractors, freelancers, and conversion cases
- Collaborate with hiring managers to design tailored onboarding plans that ensure role clarity, early productivity, and cultural immersion
- Identify and implement process improvements to make onboarding more scalable and impactful
Employee Engagement & Culture
- Design and execute proactive strategies to boost employee engagement, motivation, and retention
- Champion a culture of continuous feedback, recognition, and growth across teams
- Conduct regular pulse surveys and partner with leadership to act on insights meaningfully
- Launch innovative engagement programs that go beyond the usual playbook
Performance Management & Development
- Lead the entire performance cyclegoal setting, mid-year/annual reviews, 360 feedback, and PIPs
- Drive intern conversions, probation reviews, and performance coaching conversations
- Partner with managers to strengthen team development and accountability frameworks
Compensation & Benefits
- Manage ESOP administration, bonuses, and final settlements with precision and discretion
- Evaluate and improve benefit offerings to align with employee needs and market trends
- Drive data-backed conversations around total rewards strategy
HR Analytics & Reporting
- Use HR data to generate insights on attrition, retention, engagement, and productivity
- Present actionable dashboards and workforce forecasts to leadership
- Think beyond reportingspot patterns, raise red flags, and suggest strategic solutions
Compliance & Policy Governance
- Oversee critical compliance areas including POSH, BGVs, ISMS, and internal HR policies
- Ensure timely documentation, training, and process adherence across all levels
- Take ownership of audits and risk mitigation from an HR standpoint
Employer Branding & EVP
- Lead initiatives to promote Lokal App's Employer Value Proposition (EVP) both internally and externally and Collaborate with marketing on social media presence, employee stories, and campaign ideation
Initiative & Ownership
- Think like an ownerspot gaps before others do and create solutions without waiting for instructions
- Bring creativity, intelligence, and proactive problem-solving to everything you do
- Be the go-to person who challenges the status quo and brings fresh energy to HR
Requirements
What We Expect
- 5+ years of HR experience in startups or fast-paced environments
- Strong background in performance management, engagement, and compensation
- Exceptional interpersonal, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills
- Hands-on experience with HR tools, data analytics, and compliance management
- Ability to work across diverse employment types and align HR with business needs
Your Impact
- Deliver a seamless employee lifecycle experience from onboarding to exit
- Build a culture of trust, accountability, and performance
- Drive measurable improvements in employee engagement and retention
- Ensure legal and cultural compliance across all HR practices
- Strengthen Lokal App's positioning as a top employer in the ecosystem
