Job Description

Location: Bangalore

Role Overview:

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

? Plan hiring 12-18 months ahead so projects have the right people on time.

? Find talent through job boards, LinkedIn, tech events, and a fun referral program.

? Run clear, fast interviews with set questions and scorecards to cut bias.

? Track time-to-hire, diversity, and other metrics; share easy-to-read updates.

? Guide every candidate from first call to first day with a smooth experience.

? Adjust hiring plans to match budget changes and new product goals.

Employee Relations, Engagement & Appraisal

? Replace the yearly review with quarterly check-ins and real-time feedback.

? Coach managers on giving feedback, fixing issues early, and PIP steps.

? Launch creative engagement ideas (peer shout-outs, hack-weeks, small prizes).

? Use quick pulse surveys and stay-interviews to spot problems before turnover.

? Handle conflicts quickly and fairly to keep a positive, inclusive culture.

? Grow a brand-ambassador and referral program that boosts morale and hiring.

Compensation, Benefits, Payroll & ESOP

? Research market pay and set fair salary bands for each role and location.

? Lead annual salary, bonus, and stock reviews within budget limits.

? Run the 401(k) plan, testing, and filings; answer employee questions.

? Manage option/ESOP grants, vesting schedules, and cap-table updates.

? Process bi-weekly payroll on time with zero errors and correct taxes.

? Review benefits each year and suggest upgrades employees will value.

Training & Development

? Spot skill gaps and build clear learning paths for staff and managers.

? Offer short online lessons, workshops, and mentoring pairs.

? Tie training goals to business goals and measure the results.

? Keep career levels and promotion rules simple and transparent.

? Ensure all compliance courses (harassment, security) get done on time.

? Check training impact with quick tests and follow-up performance data.

HR Administration & Strategic Ops (Non-Clerical)

? Use HRIS/ATS tools and automation to cut manual paperwork.

? Own the employee handbook and state add-ons; update them promptly.

? Send monthly dashboards on headcount, hiring, DEI, and turnover.

? Partner with Finance & Legal on budgets, audits, and data-security tasks.

? Lead projects that make HR processes faster and simpler.

? Guard HR data privacy and meet SOC-2/GDPR requirements.

Legal Compliance (Focus: California)

? Follow all federal rules: EEO, FLSA, FMLA, ADA, OSHA.

? Stay current on California laws--AB 5, pay-range posting, PAGA, etc.--and train

leaders.

? Track changes in other states (TX, FL, PA, etc.) and update policies as needed.

? Run regular internal audits and fix any gaps quickly.

? Keep a compliance calendar for filings, posters, and deadlines.

? Give managers short guides so they can follow new laws with confidence.

Skills & Qualifications

? Bachelor's in HR, Business, or similar; SHRM-SCP, PHR, or CCP is a plus.

? 7+ years HR work in U.S. tech companies with deep California law know-how.

? Hands-on experience with payroll, 401(k), salary reviews, and stock/ESOP plans.

? Proven success setting up modern reviews and engagement programs.

? Strong with Excel, HRIS/ATS tools (Rippling, BambooHR, Greenhouse).

? Clear, friendly communicator who advises execs and coaches teams.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹100,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person