Senior Associate - Human Resources

Job Title: Senior Associate HR

Experience: 3–6 Years

Location: Chennai (Head Office)

Employment Type: Full-time

About The Indus Valley

The Indus Valley is India’s fastest-growing D2C brand revolutionizing the cookware industry with sustainable and healthy products. Built on a vision of making Indian kitchens healthy, our mission is to produce cooking products only from safe and toxin-free materials. We value operational excellence, employee well-being, and compliance at every level.

Position Overview

We are looking for a Senior Associate – HR to manage end-to-end HR activities for our D2C business. The role will focus on recruitment, complete employee lifecycle management (from onboarding to exit), statutory compliance, learning & development, and HR policy implementation. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, people-centric, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Recruitment

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for corporate and operational roles (sourcing, screening, interviewing, and closing).
• Coordinate with hiring managers to understand role requirements and define job descriptions.
• Manage candidate pipeline, interview schedules, and offer roll-outs.
• Ensure a strong employer brand and positive candidate experience.

2. Learning & Development

• Identify training needs in collaboration with managers and team leads.
• Coordinate and track internal and external training programs.
• Maintain L&D calendars, attendance, and feedback for continuous improvement.
• Support initiatives that build capabilities aligned with business goals.

3. Onboarding to Offboarding

• Handle complete employee lifecycle from pre-joining formalities to confirmation.
• Plan and execute structured onboarding and induction programs.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation in HRMS/ERP systems.
• Coordinate internal movements, confirmations, and role changes.

4. Exit Management

• Manage resignation process, exit interviews, clearance, and final settlement coordination.
• Capture and analyse exit feedback to identify trends and share insights with management.
• Ensure smooth and professional offboarding experience while maintaining compliance.

5. Statutory Compliance & HR Operations

• Ensure adherence to applicable labor laws and statutory requirements.
• Maintain and update records for PF, ESI, gratuity, bonus, and other statutory components.
• Coordinate with payroll and finance teams for timely and accurate salary processing.
• Support audits and prepare HR/compliance-related reports for management.

6. HR Policies & Employee Experience

• Implement and communicate HR policies and SOPs across teams.
• Ensure consistent policy interpretation and adherence.
• Support employee engagement initiatives and help maintain a positive work culture.
• Assist in handling employee queries and basic grievance redressal.

7. Employee Engagement & Experience

• Plan and execute employee engagement activities, events, and recognition programs.
• Work on initiatives that enhance overall employee experience, belonging, and culture.
• Conduct periodic pulse checks/surveys and share insights with management.
• Partner with managers to drive engagement at team level.

8. Employee Relations

• Serve as a point of contact for employee queries and concerns.
• Support resolution of grievances in a fair, timely, and compliant manner.
• Promote an open, transparent, and respectful work environment.
• Escalate and document sensitive matters appropriately, maintaining confidentiality.

9. Performance Management System

• Coordinate end-to-end PMS cycle including goal setting, mid-year reviews, and annual appraisals.
• Support managers and employees in understanding performance frameworks and timelines.
• Track PMS adherence, follow-ups, and documentation.
• Assist in linking performance outcomes to rewards, development plans, and succession inputs.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience: 3–6 years in HR, preferably with exposure to D2C/ecommerce/corporate HR roles.
• Technical Skills:
• Proficiency in payroll coordination and employee data management
• Knowledge of labor laws, statutory compliance, and HR operations
• Familiarity with HRMS/ERP systems
• Soft Skills:
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to handle multiple priorities
• Problem-solving mindset with a high sense of ownership
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-growth environment

Why Join us?

• Be part of India’s fastest-growing D2C brand with a mission to make kitchens healthy
• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
• Collaborative environment that encourages creativity, learning, and career growth
• Exposure to HR best practices in a dynamic, digital-first business environment