Job Description

Position Overview:

The Director - HR is responsible for developing and executing the institution's

human resource strategy in support of its mission, vision, and long-term goals. This

includes overseeing talent acquisition, faculty & staff development, performance

management, compensation & benefits, employee engagement, compliance, and

organizational culture. The role requires strategic leadership to align HR practices

with academic excellence and institutional growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic HR Leadership

? Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with the institution's objectives.

? Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership on workforce planning, talent

development, and succession planning.

? Build a positive and inclusive organizational culture that supports academic

and operational excellence.

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

? Lead faculty and staff recruitment to attract top talent.

? Design and implement structured selection, onboarding, and induction

programs.

? Collaborate with academic leadership to ensure workforce planning meets

curriculum and research needs.

Employee Relations & Engagement

? Foster a collaborative and transparent work environment.

? Address employee grievances, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution

fairly and legally.

? Drive employee engagement initiatives to enhance retention and satisfaction.

Learning & Development

? Create and implement faculty development programs and staff training

workshops.

? Promote leadership development and career progression pathways.

? Oversee compliance with continuous professional development requirements

for educators.

Performance Management

? Establish clear performance appraisal systems for faculty and staff.

? Ensure fairness, objectivity, and linkage to institutional KPIs.

? Drive a culture of accountability and high performance.

Compensation & Benefits

? Design competitive salary structures and benefits packages.

? Ensure statutory compliance with labor laws, PF, ESI, gratuity, and other

regulations.

? Recommend performance-linked incentive programs.

Compliance & Policies

? Develop and maintain HR policies, code of conduct, and institutional

guidelines.

? Ensure compliance with UGC/AICTE norms, state and central labor laws, and

accreditation requirements.

? Maintain confidentiality of employee records and data security.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)

? Promote diversity in hiring and inclusive workplace practices.

? Conduct sensitization and awareness programs to ensure a safe and

respectful environment.

Qualifications & Experience:

? Master's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field (MBA/PGDM

preferred).

? 10+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership

role (preferably in higher education or service sector).

? Deep understanding of Indian labor laws, education sector regulations, and

HR best practices.

? Experience managing HR for a multi-campus institution (preferred).

Key Skills & Attributes:

? Strategic thinker with excellent people management skills.

? Strong communication, negotiation, and conflict-resolution abilities.

? Data-driven decision-making and proficiency with HRIS tools.

? High integrity, emotional intelligence, and ability to inspire trust.

? Commitment to fostering academic excellence and institutional growth.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹150,000.00 - ₹200,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Health insurance Provident Fund
Work Location: In person