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.

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Visit us at: www.embracelives.com