Executive - Human Resources

Job Summary

We are seeking a qualified, strong-willed, and decisive Human Resources professional who will take ownership of HR functions at the center. This role demands the ability to rapidly build high-quality teams, command respect, and act as the central custodian for all HR matters. The incumbent will implement and sustain a structured, disciplined, and performance-driven work culture as envisioned by senior management. The ideal candidate must balance firmness with neutrality, trust, and fairness, ensuring timely execution and consistent standards across all teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end recruitment and onboarding to rapidly build high-quality teams aligned with organisational culture and performance standards.
• Act as the central custodian for all HR-related matters at the center.
• Own and manage complete HR operations with authority, accountability, and consistency.
• Implement and sustain a disciplined, performance-oriented work culture in line with senior management expectations.
• Enforce the code of conduct and workplace behavioural standards with neutrality, fairness, and objectivity.
• Serve as a neutral, trusted authority for employee relations, conflict resolution, grievance handling, and performance or behavioural interventions.
• Drive coordination, accountability, and cross-functional collaboration across departments.
• Maintain employee records, HR documentation, and statutory compliance with accuracy, confidentiality, and legal adherence.
• Manage attendance, leave records, and holiday calendars with timely and accurate updates.
• Prepare and coordinate payroll inputs and compensation-related data.
• Coordinate training programs, workshops, and skill-development initiatives.
• Plan and execute employee engagement initiatives and internal cultural activities that reinforce teamwork and organisational values.
• Ensure ethical conduct, data confidentiality, and compliance across all HR processes.

Skills, Competencies & Ideal Candidate Profile

• MBA in Human Resources preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in a HR role.
• Proven ability to assert authority, command respect, and act decisively while managing people and processes.
• Demonstrated capability to rapidly build, stabilise, and lead high-quality teams aligned with organisational goals.
• Strong sense of neutrality, fairness, and trustworthiness while exercising authority and decision-making power.
• Proven experience in implementing organisational culture, discipline, compliance, and behavioural standards.
• High proficiency in MS Office and HRMS/CRM tools, with the ability to quickly learn and adopt new systems.
• Strong time-management skills with consistent on-time execution of responsibilities.
• Effective communication skills in English and Hindi.
• Confident, authoritative, and impactful public speaking ability.
• Prior experience in the education or EdTech sector is an added advantage.
• High standards of professionalism, integrity, confidentiality, and ethical judgement.

Location: Deccan Gymkhana, Pune
Contact: [phone removed]