Onboarding Manager

About NxtWave

India’s fastest-growing ed-tech startups

NxtWave raised $33 million in 2023 from Greater Pacific Capital.

official partner for NSDC

Some of its prestigious recognitions include:

• Technology Pioneer 2024 by the World Economic Forum, one of only 100 startups chosen globally
• ‘Startup Spotlight Award of the Year’ by T-Hub in 2023
• ‘Best Tech Skilling EdTech Startup of the Year 2022’ by Times Business Awards
• ‘The Greatest Brand in Education’ in a research-based listing by URS Media

024 Forbes India 30 Under 30

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We are looking for a driven and capable Onboarding Manager to take ownership of end-to-end onboarding across IT, Non-IT, functional, and management roles. The ideal candidate brings a hands-on approach, a solution-oriented mindset, and the ability to manage onboarding at scale in a fast-paced startup environment. This role will contribute to team coordination, onboarding strategies, and continuous process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute and manage full-cycle onboarding — from offer rollout to post-joining formalities.
• Handle lateral and bulk onboarding across tech, non-tech, and leadership roles.
• Collaborate with hiring managers and stakeholders to define onboarding plans, timelines, and engagement strategies.
• Ensure timely documentation, compliance, and system updates (ATS/HRMS).
• Track onboarding metrics (TAT, drop-off rates, feedback scores) and identify areas for improvement.
• Ensure seamless communication across teams for new joiner updates and instructions.
• Create onboarding kits, email templates, and guides for new hires.
• Support team leads or Sr. HR managers in driving onboarding targets, audits, and process enhancements.

Requirements:

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in onboarding, HR operations, or talent acquisition with fast-track growth.
• Prior experience in leading an onboarding team in a startup or high-growth organization.
• Strong understanding of onboarding lifecycle, compliance requirements, and employee engagement practices.
• Solution-oriented with strong communication, time management, and organizational skills.
• Passionate about building positive new hire experiences and contributing to organizational success.

Skills:

Must-Have

• Minimum 5 years of onboarding experience across IT, Non-IT, and leadership roles (lateral and mass).
• Btech in CSE or IT with MBA in HR or relevant degrees.
• Experience with ATS, HRMS, and onboarding software tools.
• Handled a team of Onboarding associates or specialists for more than 2 years.
• Proficiency in creating reports, maintaining data, and using spreadsheets.
• Strong coordination, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple onboarding batches and deliver within deadlines.

Good-to-Have

• Experience in campus onboarding or orientation programs.
• Exposure to onboarding process automation or employer branding initiatives.
• Knowledge of onboarding analytics and market intelligence.
• Experience organizing onboarding-related events or sessions.

Job Overview

CTC: Competitive compensation as per market standards.

Work Location: Hyderabad (On-site)

Working Days: 6 days

Work Timing: 10 AM – 7 PM