Job Description

Title:

Associate - Human Resources

Department:

Human Resources

Employment Type:

Full Time

Location:

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. (400 034)

Role Overview:

The candidate will be responsible for independently managing and leading the Human Resources function of the organisation. This role requires a professional who can balance strategic people initiatives with day-to-day HR operations in a growing education-sector organisation. The candidate will oversee end-to-end recruitment, employee enrichment and engagement, and HR administration, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and a positive workplace culture aligned with the organisation's mission and values.

Key Responsibilities

1. Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

Drafting and posting job descriptions Screening resumes and shortlisting candidates Conducting initial interviews and coordinating further rounds Reference checks and offer rollouts Coordinate onboarding processes, including documentation, induction sessions, and orientation. Ensure timely closure of open positions while maintaining quality hiring standards.

2. Employee Enrichment & Engagement

Design and implement employee engagement initiatives to improve morale, retention, and productivity. Organise training and development programs Plan internal workshops, learning sessions, and knowledge-sharing initiatives Seek employee feedback via mechanisms and surveys

3. Administration & Operations

Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records including but not limited to personal files and employment contracts Manage HR databases and ensure data accuracy and confidentiality Handle policy acknowledgements and employee communications

4. Policy Implementation & Compliance

Implement and administer HR policies, codes of conduct, and internal guidelines Periodically review HR policies and suggest improvements aligned with organisational growth. Serve as the single point of ownership for HR in a youth-led organisation. Support leadership in building a strong employer brand within the education ecosystem.

Required & Desired Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, Psychology or a related field. Master's degree in HR or a relevant discipline. (Desired) A maximum of 2 years of experience in Human Resources, preferably in Education, training, or social sector organisations OR small to mid-sized organisations where HR responsibilities were handled independently. Strong understanding of HR fundamentals and operations Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong organisational and documentation skills Problem-solving mindset with a people-centric approach Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with leadership

Ideal Candidate Profile

Comfortable wearing multiple HR hats of a recruiter, administrator, employee advocate, and advisor. Proactive, empathetic, and process-oriented Passionate about working in the education sector and contributing to institutional growth. Capable of building systems while managing daily HR tasks
Job Types: Full-time, Fresher

Pay: ₹300,000.00 - ₹360,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person