HR Manager/Assistant Manager

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced and hands-on HR Manager / Assistant Manager capable of independently managing the complete employee lifecycle and end-to-end HR operations.

The position requires someone who can manage both corporate and project/site HR requirements, including recruitment, onboarding, HR operations, attendance, payroll coordination, employee relations, performance management, statutory compliance, HRMS, policies, engagement and separation.

The role requires a person who is comfortable working in a growing, fast-paced and evolving organization and can balance both strategic HR initiatives and day-to-day execution.

Key Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition & Manpower Planning

• Manage end-to-end recruitment across technology, engineering, project, operations and corporate functions.
• Coordinate manpower requirements with Functional Heads and Management.
• Source candidates through Naukri, LinkedIn, consultants, referrals and other channels.
• Manage screening, interview coordination, salary discussions, offer rollout and joining follow-up.
• Maintain recruitment MIS, position trackers and consultant performance.

Onboarding & Employee Lifecycle

• Manage complete joining and employee onboarding documentation.
• Coordinate induction and orientation programs.
• Maintain accurate employee personnel records and HR documentation.
• Manage confirmation, transfers, promotions, salary revisions and other employee lifecycle processes.
• Ensure proper separation, clearance and exit documentation.

HR Operations & HRMS

• Manage day-to-day HR operations and employee queries.
• Manage attendance, leave, employee data and HRMS processes.
• Ensure accurate and timely employee master-data maintenance.
• Coordinate monthly payroll inputs and validate attendance, leave, deductions and other payroll information.
• Maintain HR MIS, manpower reports, attrition reports and dashboards.

Performance Management

• Coordinate the Performance Management System (PMS).
• Support goal/KRA/KPI setting and periodic performance reviews.
• Coordinate probation and confirmation assessments.
• Support performance improvement and employee development initiatives.

Employee Relations & Engagement

• Act as a point of contact for employee HR matters.
• Support employee engagement, communication and recognition initiatives.
• Handle employee grievances professionally and ensure appropriate resolution.
• Work closely with managers to improve employee discipline, engagement and retention.

HR Policies & Compliance

• Implement and maintain HR policies, SOPs and processes.
• Ensure compliance with applicable employment and labour requirements.
• Support POSH, statutory compliance, audits and HR documentation.
• Maintain records required for internal, external and ISO-related audits.
• Ensure confidentiality and appropriate management of employee information.

Learning & Development

• Coordinate training-needs identification with Functional Heads.
• Maintain training calendars and training records.
• Support technical, behavioural, compliance and cross-functional training initiatives.
• Track employee competency and development requirements.

Exit Management

• Manage resignations, notice periods and exit formalities.
• Conduct exit interviews and analyze reasons for attrition.
• Coordinate clearance, Full & Final Settlement inputs and relieving documentation.

Candidate Requirements

• Qualification: MBA / PGDM in HR / Human Resources Management or equivalent.
• Experience: Preferably 610 years of end-to-end HR experience.
• Strong hands-on experience across Talent Acquisition + HR Operations + Employee Relations + PMS + Compliance.
• Experience independently managing HR responsibilities for a growing organization/business unit will be preferred.
• Experience managing both corporate and project/site employees is an advantage.
• Good understanding of HRMS, attendance, payroll inputs, employee documentation and HR MIS.
• Working knowledge of labour/statutory compliance and POSH.
• Strong communication, coordination, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work closely with Management, Functional Heads and employees across levels.
• Must be hands-on and comfortable managing both operational HR and people-management responsibilities.