Principal People Operations Partner

The Principal People Operations Partner role at our company involves executing and optimizing core people processes in India, encompassing all aspects of people operations. Supported by a People Operations Partner, you will serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, offering tactical guidance on people-related matters and collaborating across functions to enhance the employee experience throughout their entire lifecycle. Additionally, you will take the lead on regional and global projects aimed at further improving employee and manager experiences, enhancing efficiency, accuracy, and overall effectiveness. Your responsibilities will include overseeing all People Operations activities in India to ensure operational efficiency and compliance. You will manage a local People Operations Partner, setting high standards for People Operations practices and development. As a champion of our company's culture and values of Empathy, Humanity, Love, and Trust, you will embed these values in all People initiatives. In terms of People Operations and Compliance, you will act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, providing guidance on policies, procedures, best practices, and resolving employee relations issues. Collaboration with Centers of Excellence (COEs) such as Total Rewards, Global People Business Partners, and HRIS will be crucial to align and execute People Operations initiatives. Leveraging your business acumen and insights, you will analyze key People metrics to drive data-informed decision-making. Furthermore, you will be responsible for maintaining and improving People policies and processes in alignment with local labor laws and HR standards, as well as supporting performance management initiatives to cultivate a high-performing team culture. Regarding Employee Experience & Process Improvement, you will provide hands-on support to employees and managers to ensure a positive workplace experience. Resolving employee relations matters in a pragmatic and compliant manner, you will also lead and support regional/global People projects that enhance efficiency and improve the employee experience. Ensuring accuracy and compliance in People data management will be a key aspect of your role, along with identifying inefficiencies in People processes and implementing scalable improvements. Continuous assessment and alignment of People policies with business needs will be essential to foster a fair, compliant, and supportive workplace. Ideally, you should have a minimum of 16 years of experience as a People Partner or in a related People Operations function, including experience in a fast-paced, high-growth, international, and matrixed environment. Strong knowledge of HR policies, employment laws, and compliance best practices is required, alongside a track record of leading global projects and implementing scalable process improvements. A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field is preferred. Key skills and competencies for success in this role include the ability to influence leaders and drive people strategies aligned with business objectives, strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach, adeptness in managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment, expertise in organizational development, employee relations, and performance management, as well as excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. At our company, Rocket, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you require special assistance or accommodation during the employment-seeking process, please reach out to us. If you thrive in a dynamic environment working with enthusiastic over-achievers, you will find a fulfilling career with us.,