Job Title: Senior Associate - People & Culture
What You ll do:
We are seeking a dynamic and driven HR professional with 3 5 years of experience to take ownership of HR Generalist and Learning & Development (L&D) responsibilities for our Hyderabad office. This individual will play a critical role in implementing people-focused strategies that align with our organizational goals. The role involves driving employee engagement, talent development, HR operations, and supporting strategic people initiatives at the location level.
Key Responsibilities:
1. HR Generalist & Operations Management
- Manage end-to-end HR operations for the Hyderabad office, including onboarding, offboarding, leave & attendance, employee records, and HRIS management.
- Ensure compliance with internal HR policies and Indian labour laws.
- Act as the primary HR contact for employees and managers in Hyderabad.
2. Talent Development & L&D
- Own and execute L&D initiatives for the Hyderabad location, including coordinating training sessions, tracking participation, and measuring outcomes.
- Work with stakeholders to identify skill gaps and implement relevant learning solutions.
- Support internal career development, mentorship programs, and competency-building activities.
3. HR Projects & Initiatives
- Lead or contribute to key people-related projects such as employee engagement programs, DEI initiatives, and policy improvements.
- Manage project timelines, stakeholder coordination, and reporting for assigned HR initiatives.
- Continuously improve HR processes, tools, and experiences.
4. Recruitment & Onboarding
- Coordinate local hiring needs in collaboration with hiring managers and recruitment partners.
- Facilitate a seamless onboarding experience for new hires and support hiring drives or events as needed.
5. Employee Relations & Culture
- Support managers in creating a positive and inclusive work culture.
- Address employee queries and concerns with empathy and professionalism.
- Drive engagement and cultural initiatives that align with Acuiti Labs values and organizational identity.
6. Data, Reporting & Compliance
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee data and generate reports for HR dashboards and analysis.
- Support internal audits and ensure compliance with documentation and statutory requirements.
Required Skills & Experience:
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Experience:
3 5 years in an HR generalist or HR operations role; experience in L&D is a strong advantage. -
Project Management:
Ability to independently manage and deliver HR initiatives. -
Communication:
Strong verbal and written communication skills. -
Stakeholder Engagement:
Able to collaborate effectively with managers and team members across functions. -
Analytical Skills:
Comfortable working with HR data, metrics, and systems (Excel/HRIS). -
Legal Knowledge:
Basic understanding of Indian labour laws and HR compliance. -
Employee Experience:
Proven ability to drive people initiatives with a strong employee focus.
Preferred Qualifications:
- MBA or PGDM in Human Resources or a related field.
- Experience in a technology, consulting, or multinational work environment.
- Exposure to cross-location HR collaboration or organisation-level initiatives