Job Description

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This role is for one of Weekday's clients
Min Experience: 12 years
Location: Pune
JobType: full-time
Requirements:
We are seeking an experienced and strategic HR Consultant with over 12 years of experience in human resources, specializing in HR policy development, IT recruitment, administration, employee engagement, and performance management. The ideal candidate will act as a trusted advisor to our leadership and HR teams, driving HR excellence, building scalable systems, and creating a positive and productive work environment. Prior experience in designing and implementing HR frameworks for IT organizations is highly desirable.
Key Responsibilities:
1. HR Policy Development & Compliance

• Develop, implement, and periodically review comprehensive HR policies aligned with industry standards and legal requirements.
• Ensure that all HR policies are communicated effectively across the organization and adhered to consistently.
• Offer guidance and training to managers and employees regarding policy interpretation and implementation.
• Monitor changes in labor laws and recommend timely updates to internal policies and procedures.

2. IT Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

• Design and execute effective talent acquisition strategies tailored to IT roles including software developers, QA, DevOps, analysts, and engineering leaders.
• Lead end-to-end recruitment processes: sourcing, screening, interviewing, shortlisting, and onboarding.
• Collaborate with department heads to forecast talent needs and build talent pipelines for future hiring demands.
• Implement employer branding strategies to attract top-tier IT talent.

3. HR Administration & Operations

• Oversee core HR administrative functions including employee records, HRIS management, statutory compliance, and reporting.
• Improve HR operational processes through automation and systems to drive efficiency and transparency.
• Work with Finance and Admin teams to support payroll, reimbursements, and other HR operational functions.

4. Employee Engagement & Culture Building

• Design and implement employee engagement programs that foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performance work culture.
• Conduct employee satisfaction surveys, feedback sessions, and drive actionable improvements.
• Partner with leadership to address employee relations issues and improve workplace harmony and morale.

5. Performance Management & Development

• Design and oversee a performance management system that links individual contributions with organizational goals.
• Drive the appraisal and review cycles, ensuring fairness, transparency, and accountability.
• Support managers in identifying high-potential employees and create plans for learning, development, and succession.

6. Strategic HR Advisory

• Work closely with the leadership team on HR strategy, organizational development, workforce planning, and change management.
• Provide insights and recommendations to improve employee retention, productivity, and overall HR effectiveness.

Candidate Requirements:

• Minimum 12 years of experience in HR with a strong focus on policy-making, IT recruitment, and employee lifecycle management.
• Proven success in designing and implementing HR frameworks and recruitment processes in an IT environment.
• In-depth knowledge of HR compliance, labor laws, and best practices.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, lead HR projects, and manage multiple stakeholders effectively.
• Postgraduate degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field preferred.