Job Description

Location:

Gurugram Sector 43

Experience:

5-8 years

Industry:

Advertising / Digital Marketing / Agency (preferred)

Job Overview

We are looking for a proactive and people-centric

HR Manager

to lead end-to-end human resource functions. The role requires a strong balance of

strategic HR thinking and hands-on execution

, ensuring compliance, fostering a strong culture, and maintaining smooth people operations in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

Lead end-to-end recruitment across departments (creative, marketing, tech, operations, etc.) Design hiring strategies aligned with business goals Improve quality of hires, reduce TAT, and enhance candidate experience Coordinate with department heads for manpower planning

2. HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle

Manage onboarding, confirmation, exits, and full employee lifecycle Maintain HR documentation, employee records, and HRMS data Ensure smooth payroll coordination, attendance, and leave management

3. Performance Management & Engagement

Drive PMS cycles (KRAs, appraisals, increments, promotions) Work closely with leadership on performance improvement plans Plan employee engagement activities, celebrations, and culture initiatives

4. Policy, Compliance & Labour Laws

Draft, update, and implement HR policies aligned with labour laws Ensure statutory compliance (PF, ESIC, gratuity, labour codes, etc.) Act as a point of contact for audits and legal HR matters

5. Employee Relations & Culture

Address employee concerns, grievances, and disciplinary matters Foster a positive, transparent, and high-performance culture Act as a trusted HR partner to employees and management

6. HR Strategy & Reporting

Provide HR MIS, attrition analysis, and people insights to management Support leadership in organization development and HR planning Implement HR best practices and process improvements

Required Skills & Qualifications

MBA / PGDM in HR or equivalent 5-8 years of core HR experience (agency/startup exposure preferred) Strong knowledge of Indian labour laws and HR compliance Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills Hands-on experience with HRMS & payroll coordination Ability to handle confidential information with integrity

What We Offer

Growth-oriented and collaborative work environment Opportunity to build and scale HR processes Exposure to leadership and strategic decision-making Competitive salary (based on experience and fit)
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹16,794.29 - ₹60,342.59 per month

Benefits:

Internet reimbursement Leave encashment Paid sick time Paid time off
Work Location: In person