Job Description

Job Title:

Head of Human Resources

"Please note: Candidates who do not answer the screening questions will be automatically rejected."

Location:

Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India

Work Type:

Full-time, Work From Office

Work Address

: Sun Gravitas, A/328, Shyamal Cross Rd, Shyamal, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380015, India

Salary Range:

?6 - ?8 LPA (based on experience) + Performance Incentives

Company Overview

We operate under two primary business verticals:

VIS (Vishram International Services)

- Specializes in sending Indian students and professionals abroad for education, internships, and work programs.

VMG (Vishram Management Group)

- Manages backend operations for our group-owned retail and food franchise businesses including supermarkets, restaurants, and liquor stores.
We are seeking a dynamic, hands-on

Head of HR

who can lead both verticals with strategic direction and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

A. For VIS - International Education & Work Placement Vertical

Strategic HR Leadership

Design and implement a complete HR framework for VIS Set up core departments including recruitment, operations support, compliance, and training Contribute to organizational planning, goal setting, and productivity tracking

Talent Acquisition

Lead 360 recruitment for all roles: counselors, operations staff, student advisors, recruiters, and management positions Build pipelines for internal staff and affiliate partners across India and abroad

Performance & Productivity

Set KPIs and OKRs for recruitment and operations teams Track conversions (student/work placement success rates) and align HR processes with revenue outcomes Identify performance gaps and implement corrective measures

Compliance & Development

Ensure HR policies align with labor laws, visa rules, and international placement regulations Oversee training modules, performance review systems, and employee development initiatives

B. For VMG - Retail and Restaurant Operations Vertical

Recruitment & Onboarding

Recruit store managers, kitchen/deli staff, cashiers, cleaners, and support staff Ensure smooth onboarding, documentation, and background verifications

Training & SOP Implementation

Deliver staff training programs tailored to each business (e.g., QSRs, liquor stores) Implement and update operational SOPs and employee manuals

Employee Retention & Discipline

Track attendance, address absenteeism, and ensure shift coverage Resolve conflicts and implement disciplinary procedures when needed Maintain employee satisfaction and retention through engagement programs

Required Qualifications

Must Have Master's degree in HR, Business Administration, or relevant field Minimum 5-8 years of HR experience (preferably including startup and multi-unit retail environments) Proven experience with full-cycle recruitment, team building, and HR system setup Strong knowledge of Indian labor laws and HR best practices Comfortable handling both white-collar (admin, counselors) and blue-collar (retail/restaurant staff) recruitment Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and organizational skills Tech-savvy; familiar with HRMS, Excel/Google Sheets, and productivity tools
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ?600,000.00 - ?800,000.00 per year

Schedule:

Day shift Weekend availability
Supplemental Pay:

Performance bonus
Ability to commute/relocate:

Ahmedabad, Gujarat: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Application Question(s):

What is the advertised salary range for this position Have you ever set up an HR department or system from scratch for a startup or new business unit?
Have you been responsible for HR KPIs that are directly linked to business revenue or placement targets?

Are you experienced in handling HR operations across multiple business verticals or locations simultaneously? Have you directly managed hiring, training, and performance tracking for both white-collar (office) and blue-collar (retail/restaurant) employees?
Education:

Master's (Required)
Experience:

Head of HR : 5 years (Required)
Location:

Ahmedabad, Gujarat (Required)
Work Location: In person