Senior Human Resources Manager

About Vananam

Vananam, founded in September 2021 in Bangalore, India, aims to become a US$ 50 Bn conglomerate in five years, focusing on global and Bharat markets. With over 500 team members located in India, Dubai, Singapore, and the US, it spans Transit Retail, Real Estate, Hospitality, and Rewards & Loyalty sectors, targeting significant growth through stakeholder wealth creation. As a fast-growing organisation, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and inclusive work culture that nurtures talent and promotes professional growth.

Position Overview

We are looking for a dynamic and hands-on Senior HR professional with 5–7 years of experience to lead core HR functions including hiring, payroll, compliance, and employee engagement. The ideal candidate has strong operational expertise, a sound understanding of labour laws, and prior experience in a fast-scaling startup environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process from sourcing and screening to interviews, offers, and onboarding.
• Oversee employee lifecycle management including documentation, HRMS data maintenance, and exit formalities.
• Handle monthly payroll processing, attendance, and leave management with accuracy and compliance.
• Ensure timely execution of statutory compliance such as PF, ESI, gratuity, and Shops & Establishment requirements.
• Conduct and support employee engagement initiatives to promote a positive and collaborative workplace culture.
• Partner with leadership to identify workforce needs and support performance management processes.
• Liaise with external consultants and auditors for compliance and HR audit activities.
• Draft and maintain HR policies, letters, and communication in line with company standards.
• Stay updated on labour law changes and best HR practices relevant to growing organisations.

Key Skills & Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5–7 years of relevant HR experience in a startup or fast-paced organisation.
• Strong knowledge of HR operations, payroll management, and statutory compliance.
• Hands-on experience in end-to-end recruitment, onboarding, and exit formalities.
• Thorough knowledge of labour laws, HR policies, and documentation.
• Proficiency in HRMS tools, payroll software, and MS Office.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently.
• Experience in performance management and employee engagement activities.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and attention to detail.

How to Apply

“ Sr Manager, HR”