Job Description

Job Title:

HR Generalist

Department:

Human Resources & Operations

Location:

Nungambakkam, Chennai

Employment Type:

Full-time (Campaign Contract till April 2026)

Experience Required:

3-6 years

About Demos

Disruption is inevitable -- and Indian politics has long awaited a positive one.

Demos Project partners with organizations determined to do things differently -- with

strategy, speed, and substance. We work with leaders who have a healthy impatience for

change, helping them build long-term strategies and in-house growth platforms that truly

connect with people.

At our core, we put people first -- and the rest follows.

We believe in designing campaigns that listen deeply, engage authentically, and communicate

meaningfully. Our approach blends insight with innovation -- crafting political strategies rooted

in people, purpose, and progress.

https://demosindia.com

Role Overview

At Demos Project, the

HR Generalist

will serve as a key enabler of people strategy --

balancing

Talent Acquisition, HR Operations, Performance Management, Learning &

Development, and Employee Engagement.

This role requires a proactive and empathetic professional who thrives in a high-energy,

fast-moving campaign environment. The HR Generalist will ensure every employee touchpoint

--

from recruitment to retention

-- reflects the culture of collaboration, agility, and accountability

that drives Demos.

Key Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

? Manage end-to-end hiring across verticals including

Design, Editing, Research,

Content, and Media teams.

? Maintain and update the hiring tracker, monitor open positions, and align with hiring

budgets.

? Source candidates through

LinkedIn, Naukri, Internshala, Indeed, and internal

referrals to support volume hiring needs.

? Conduct

screening, interview coordination, and salary discussions.

? Support

employee onboarding, documentation, and background verification

processes.

HR Operations & Data Management

?

Maintain attendance, leave, and payroll coordination

through HR software systems.

? Collaborate with the Finance team for payroll accuracy and compliance reporting.

? Track HR analytics on

hiring, attendance, attrition, and performance for leadership

reporting.

? Maintain employee records and ensure data confidentiality.

Performance Management & L&D

? Support implementation of performance review cycles and competency assessments.

? Assist in tracking key metrics and maintaining structured performance documentation.

? Coordinate

Learning & Development (L&D)

initiatives -- including soft skills,

leadership, and technical training sessions.

? Work with leadership to identify skill gaps and plan focused upskilling modules.

Employee Engagement & Well-being

? Design and execute employee engagement programs to foster team cohesion and

morale.

? Organize

stress management sessions, wellness workshops, and recreational

activities.

? Act as a trusted point of contact for employees, addressing grievances and ensuring

workplace harmony.

? Champion an inclusive, transparent, and collaborative workplace culture.

Policy, Compliance & Governance

? Support

HR policy drafting, updating, and implementation across verticals.

? Ensure statutory compliance and adherence to company HR guidelines.

? Maintain HRIS data integrity and documentation readiness for audits.

Preferred Qualifications

? Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.

? Hands-on experience with

HRIS, ATS, and Payroll systems.

? Demonstrated ability to manage complex people operations with empathy and efficiency.

Minimum Qualifications

? Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related fields.

? Minimum 3 years of experience in recruitment and HR operations, preferably

managing on-ground teams.

? Strong communication skills in Tamil and English.

? Excellent Excel and data management proficiency for HR analytics.

Work Environment & Expectations

? Fast-paced, multi-stakeholder campaign setting requiring agility and attention to detail.

? Flexibility with working hours, especially during key campaign activity phases.

? High level of confidentiality, discretion, and professionalism.

? Collaborative mindset and ability to balance operational efficiency with people-centric

engagement.

Why This Role Matters

Behind every high-impact campaign is a strong, motivated, and well-supported team.

As the HR Generalist, you'll shape the organizational culture that powers every message,

event, and strategy -- ensuring people remain at the heart of every campaign success.

How to Apply

Interested candidates may send their resumes to careers@demosindia.com.

For more information, visit our career portal: https://demosindia.com/careers.php

Job Type: Contractual / Temporary
Contract length: 5 months

Pay: ?15,000.00 - ?30,000.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

Chennai, Tamil Nadu (600081): Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Application Question(s):

How many years of experience do you have in HR ? Do you have experience in end-to-end recruitment (sourcing to onboarding)? Have you handled attendance, payroll inputs, or basic HR operations? What is your Current monthly salary? What is your expected monthly salary? Are you available for immediate joining?
Experience:

Human resources: 3 years (Preferred)
Location:

Chennai, Tamil Nadu (600081) (Preferred)
Work Location: In person