Manager- HR

About Us

At Kodo, we believe, managing a fast-growing company’s finances & operations shouldn’tfeel like a juggling act. That’s why we offer a single platform to streamline all purchasedecisions, automate repetitive tasks and simplify payments. From corporate cards with smartcontrols to accounts payable and procure-to-pay solutions, Kodo equips fast-growingbusinesses with everything they need to save time, cut costs, and scale easily.Trusted by companies such as Cars24, Mensa Brands, Zetwerk and many more, Kodotransforms financial chaos into clarity. These teams are empowered with flexible corporatecards, automated vendor payments and reimbursements, and streamlined procurementprocesses—while integrating effortlessly with their ERPs for real-time insights.We have raised $14M from investors such as Y Combinator, Brex, and other globalinvestors. We’re on a mission to simplify the CFO stack for fast-growing businesses. Webelieve in creating exceptional products for our customers, an enriching environment for ourteam, and a solid business that grows profitably.Job Title: Manager - HRLocation: Mumbai, IndiaReports To: CEO

Summary

We’re looking for a hands-on

Manager- HR,

who thrives in fast-paced environments and loves building systems that scale. You’ll be responsible for managing the

entire employee lifecycle

, owning

recruitment across tech & GTM

, running

payroll & compliance

, and being the cultural glue across cross-functional teams.This is a unique opportunity to own

HR, People Ops, and Talent

in one high-impact role, working closely with leadership and influencing the next phase of company growth.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Own the entire employee lifecycle: offer release, onboarding, engagement, offboarding\ Manage end-to-end recruitment across tech and GTM functions, in close partnership with hiring managers
• Operate and optimize our ATS and HRMS systems
• Run monthly payroll in coordination with our payroll vendor and finance team
• Draft, update, and implement HR policies in line with compliance requirements
• Act as the first point of contact for employee grievances, performance issues, and internal HR queries
• Lead performance review cycles, including feedback collection and documentation
• Drive culture and engagement initiatives that align with company values
• Manage external vendors and partners (HR tech, insurance, recruiters, etc.)
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Tech, GTM, Ops, and Leadership on all people-related needs
  

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of experience in HR/People Operations within startups or high-growth environments
• Strong recruitment experience across technical and non-technical roles
• Solid working knowledge of HRMS, ATS, and payroll systems
• Familiarity with labor laws, HR compliance, and employee documentation processes
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills; approachable and trustworthy
• Highly organized, proactive, and able to manage multiple workstreams independently
• Comfortable working in ambiguous, fast-changing environments and building systems from scratch
• Strong sense of ownership and a bias for action
  

You’ll Thrive Here If You Are

• A self-starter who doesn’t need a playbook to get moving
• Excited to work closely with leadership and have a seat at the table
• Comfortable context-switching between hiring, payroll, and culture initiatives
• Passionate about making workplaces more inclusive, efficient, and engaging