Job Description

Manager HRBP
Your area of work:
We are seeking a strategic and experienced Head of HR to establish and lead all HR functions for our new and expanding GCC in Hyderabad. This pivotal role is key to building a high-performing organization, fostering a positive culture, attracting, developing, and retaining top talent to ensure success in our newly established GCC in Hyderabad.
Your responsibilities:
HR Leadership & Strategy:

• Develop the local HR team, act as the primary HR contact for all stakeholders in India, and cover the full spectrum of HR activities, lead the local HR team once it is established.
• Partner with business leaders to develop and implement HR policies and strategies that support strategic growth, including employee relations, training programmers, and initiatives in alignment with the global people strategy.

Operations & Compliance:

• Ensure all HR policies, procedures, and practices comply with Indian labor laws and are kept up-to-date, and plan and develop practical HR solutions to meet business goals.
• Oversee core HR operations, along the entire employee lifecycle including talent acquisition and recruitment processes (done by external partner at first), onboarding / off-boarding processes, timely and accurate monthly payroll execution, and management of third-party vendor contracts.

Talent & Performance Management:

• Manage talent development, including providing career guidance to employees, succession planning, and advising line managers on annual salary reviews and promotions.
• Oversee local total rewards strategy including the participation in surveys to ensure market alignment, periodically assessing employee benefit programs.
• Address employee performance or grievance issues in a legally compliant and professional manner.

Budgeting & Engagement:

• Work with HR Controlling on the provision and management of the annual HR budget for India.
• Oversee and promote employee engagement activities to foster a positive and productive work environment.

Experience:

• At least 10+ years of experience in a similar role, with significant hands-on knowledge and mentality and ideally experience in newly setting up the HR function in a GCC.

Education:

• University Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or equivalent.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Thorough understanding and practical application of Indian labor laws, employment regulations, and governance processes to ensure compliance.
• Strong leadership, people management, and communication (written and verbal) skills.
• Good knowledge of local HR regulations and total rewards practices in India.
• Familiarity with HR best practices, ideally within a GCC of the financial industry or information technology sector.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to work independently with strong initiative, and also as a collaborative team player.
• Highly adaptable and able to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Ability to influence and build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to problem-solve both operational and strategic issues through a pragmatic and commercially sound approach.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English is essential. Knowledge of Hindi and/or other local Indian languages will be a significant asset.