Sr. Lead HR

Job Title: Sr. Lead HR Level: M-7 Department: Barbil Common Asset: Mining Location: Barbil, Odisha Company: ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India Limited Job Purpose: The Sr. Lead HR is responsible for fostering effective communication among employees, management, and external stakeholders to maintain harmonious industrial relations. The role also includes leading and driving strategic and operational HR initiatives at the Barbil Mining site. Key Responsibilities: Human Resources: Design and implement HR strategies aligned with business goals Manage end-to-end recruitment and talent acquisition Lead performance management processes Identify training needs and execute capability development initiatives Oversee HR administration including payroll, HRIS, leave, and record maintenance Lead change management efforts and employee engagement programs Drive talent management and employee lifecycle processes Manage BPO/Associate workforce effectively Contract Labour Management: Resolve internal and external issues related to contractors and contract labour Ensure proper documentation, renewals, and statutory compliance Maintain records as per legal requirements Statutory Compliance: Ensure adherence to labour laws including EPF, ESIC, Bonus, Minimum Wages, etc. Handle grievances and disciplinary matters in compliance with company policies Administration Support: Support admin functions for improved employee experience Coordinate event management and administrative approvals Oversee HR/Admin approval processes Key Decisions: By Jobholder: Acts as liaison among employees, management, and stakeholders Recommendations to Superior: Suggest adoption of modern HR techniques Provide recommendations during IR situations requiring immediate action Internal Interactions: HR teams, Plant Head Cross-functional teams: Safety, Procurement, Finance, Technical, CSR, Legal External Interactions: Government/statutory bodies HR consultants, recruitment partners, union leaders, police, local influencers Peers and personnel from competitor organizations Required Qualifications & Experience: Education: MBA / PMIR / PGDM in Human Resource or Industrial Relations Experience: 15–20 years minimum in Mining and/or Manufacturing industries Functional Expertise: Subject matter expert in HR & IR Strong knowledge of statutory compliance Experience in both Mines and Plant HR operations High standards of HSE compliance Behavioral Competencies: Strategic thinker with leadership capability Strong communication and feedback handling Innovative and solution-oriented Team-oriented with high adaptability Work Type: Full-Time | On-Site at Barbil