Senior Manager HR

Senior Manager HR

Exp: 15+ yrs

Work Location: Kochi, Kerala

Notice Period: Looking for immediate joiners

Job Description:

HR will oversee the entire HR function across India, UAE and UK, covering both HR Operations and HR Business Partnership. The role is responsible for ensuring seamless HR service delivery, compliance with global employment laws, and driving people strategies that align with business objectives. This position will lead a team of HR professionals, managing both operational excellence and strategic initiatives.

12+ years of HR experience, including senior-level exposure. • Strong expertise in global HR practices across India, UAE, UK, and US. • Knowledge of international labor laws and data protection regulations. • Proven ability to manage HR operations and partner strategically with leadership. • Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and HR technology skills (Zoho, KEKA HR, Workday, etc.). Competencies • Strategic mindset with hands-on execution. • High accountability and ownership. • Strong interpersonal and influencing skills. • Focus on compliance, employee experience, and continuous improvement

Duties to be performed:

HR Business Operations • Oversee employee lifecycle: onboarding, induction, probation, background verification, documentation, and offboarding. • Manage global payroll, benefits, attendance, leave/WFH, and insurance programs. • Ensure compliance with labour laws, statutory regulations, mobility, and visa requirements. • Supervise employee data integrity, HRMS/ZOHO systems, and HR automation. • Drive engagement activities, helpdesk/ticketing, and internal communication. HR Business Partnership • Lead talent management: performance, career development, rewards, and recognition. • Strengthen employee relations, workplace grievance resolution, and stakeholder alignment. • Oversee HR budgeting, attrition reporting, audits, and policy governance. • Manage employee experience initiatives: surveys, feedback mechanisms, HR newsletters, and engagement programs. • Drive HR programs such as internships, buddy programs, induction, stay interviews, and leadership development. • Ensure compliance with data protection (DPO, GDPR, UAE Federal Law, US requirements) and HR process governance.