Job Description

Role Overview

The Head of HR will build, drive, and scale all people-related processes in a fast-growing startup environment. This role requires a hands-on leader who can design systems from scratch, set up culture practices, and partner closely with founders to shape the organization's future.

Key Responsibilities

1. HR Strategy & Leadership

Develop and execute HR strategies aligned with business goals. Build HR foundations, policies, and frameworks for a scaling startup. Act as a strategic advisor to founders on people, culture, and organization structure.

2. Talent Acquisition & Employer Branding

Build talent acquisition processes and own end-to-end hiring for all functions. Partner with leadership to define hiring plans, job descriptions, and interview frameworks. Create and drive employer branding initiatives to attract top talent.

3. HR Operations & Compliance

Set up HR systems (HRMS, ATS, onboarding/offboarding). Ensure statutory compliance (PF, ESIC, PT, Shops & Establishment, payroll inputs, etc.). Develop and maintain HR SOPs and standardized documentation.

4. People Experience & Culture Building

Foster a high-performance, transparent, and values-driven culture. Design and implement employee engagement programs. Build recognition and reward mechanisms suited for a startup environment.

5. Performance Management

Implement OKR/KRA-based performance management systems. Guide managers on goal setting, feedback, productivity and coaching. Ensure unbiased, data-driven appraisal cycles.

6. Learning & Development

Identify skill gaps and create learning pathways for employees. Introduce training modules, mentorship programs, and leadership development.

7. Compensation & Benefits

Build competitive C&B structure aligned with startup budgets. Work closely with finance for salary reviews, increments, and payroll accuracy. Recommend ESOP structures where applicable.

8. Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution

Act as a trusted HR partner for employees. Manage grievances, disciplinary actions, and workplace ethics with fairness. Ensure a safe, compliant, and inclusive work environment (POSH, DEI programs).

Required Skills & Competencies

Strong understanding of HR fundamentals across hiring, operations, PMS, and compliance. Ability to run HR in a fast-paced, ambiguous startup environment. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills. Experience in building teams and processes from scratch. Problem-solving mindset with a balance of empathy and structure. Strong knowledge of Indian labor laws.

Qualifications

MBA/PGDM in HR or equivalent. 8-15 years of HR experience (preferably with startup/tech/SME exposure). Experience in leading HR independently will be an added advantage.

What the Startup Offers

Opportunity to build and scale an HR function from the ground up. Direct access to founders and decision-making. Fast-growth environment with autonomy and ownership. Culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ?500,000.00 - ?1,200,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Health insurance Provident Fund
Work Location: In person