Senior Human Resources Manager

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eMbrace is a leading mental health and child development organization committed to evidence-based, accessible care. We serve children, adolescents, adults, and corporate clients through personalized therapy, assessments, and training. We are a growing organization with the vision to build a Pan-India presence in the next few years. As we scale our impact across India and globally, we are seeking a Senior HR Manager to drive strategic HR operations and shape a resilient, purpose-driven, performance-focused workforce, and help build the organizational vision.

As a Senior HR Manager, you will lead the human resources function with a strong focus on strategic workforce planning, compliance, operations, and culture-building. You will play a critical advisory role to the leadership team in organizational design, talent forecasting, and the implementation of systems that support scalable and compliant growth.

·      Forecast talent needs in alignment with business expansion and clinical operations across verticals.

·      Advise founders on workforce planning, organizational design, and structuring for scale.

·      Evaluate, recommend, and implement HR tools such as HRMS and payroll systems to enhance efficiency.

·      Update HR policies in accordance with evolving Indian labor laws and healthcare- specific compliance needs.

·      Lead end-to-end recruitment: JD creation, sourcing, screening, scheduling, and closures.

·      Optimize offer-to-join ratios and build strong hiring pipelines across functions.

·      Enhance eMbrace’s employer brand across platforms and networks.

·      Build and maintain talent pipelines for clinical (therapists, psychologists) and non- clinical roles.

·      Design and implement seamless onboarding processes and orientation programs.

·      Create induction kits, run buddy systems, and develop feedback loops for continuous improvement.

·      Track probation period evaluations and confirm confirmation processes.

·      Collect and verify monthly payroll inputs (attendance, leave, reimbursements, LOPs, etc.).

·      Liaise with finance or payroll vendors to ensure accurate, timely salary processing.

·      Ensure full statutory compliance: PF, ESI, Gratuity, PT, Shops & Establishments Act, etc.

·      Lead monthly employee engagement initiatives, wellness activities, and celebration events.

·      Cultivate a positive, inclusive, and values-aligned work culture.

·      Gather and act on employee feedback to improve retention and morale.

·      Maintain accurate HR records, HRMIS, and dashboards for leadership review.

·      Draft and execute HR policies, SOPs, and internal communications.

·      Manage employee grievances, exit interviews, and full & final settlements.

·      Support performance management, goal-setting, and appraisal processes.

·      Master’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.

·      7+ years of HR experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.

·      Strong understanding of Indian labor laws and HR compliance.

·      Experience in healthcare, mental health, or social impact sectors preferred.

·      Familiarity with HR tech platforms and payroll systems (e.g., Zoho, Keka, GreytHR, etc.).

·      Strategic thinking and analytical mindset

·      Strong interpersonal and communication skills

·      High ownership and execution bias

·      Empathy and ability to foster inclusive culture

·      Process orientation with attention to detail

At eMbrace, we are building a resilient future through inclusive mental health care. Join us in shaping a people-first organization where impact, growth, and care go hand-in-hand.

supriyamalik@embracelives.com

Visit us at: www.embracelives.com