Director of Human Resources

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Director, Human Resources based in India.

• Act as a strategic HR business partner to India business leaders and executive management, providing guidance on organizational strategy, workforce planning, talent management, and people priorities.
• Align regional HR strategy with broader business objectives and support the cascading of organizational goals across India operations.
• Advise leadership on executive onboarding, development, organizational effectiveness, and change management initiatives.
• Ensure HR policies and practices comply with Indian labor laws, employment regulations, the Shops and Establishments Act, and other applicable requirements.
• Own POSH compliance, including policy implementation, employee awareness and training, documentation, and complaint resolution.
• Monitor regulatory developments, update HR policies as needed, and serve as the primary contact for audits and compliance-related inquiries.
• Develop and maintain competitive compensation structures, conduct market benchmarking, and lead annual compensation review cycles.
• Oversee benefits programs, including healthcare, retirement, wellness, and other employee offerings, while managing vendor relationships and total rewards planning.
• Lead regional talent acquisition strategy, workforce planning, recruitment pipelines, employer branding, and consistent hiring practices.
• Partner with hiring managers and global HR stakeholders to improve recruitment effectiveness, hiring metrics, and workforce forecasts.
• Lead and develop HR team members through coaching, mentoring, performance management, and professional development.
• Handle complex employee relations matters, workplace disputes, investigations, grievances, corrective actions, performance issues, and employee separations in accordance with local requirements.
• Support employee engagement, recognition, retention, communications, and broader organizational change initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement of HR processes, systems, analytics, and operating practices.
• Lead HR transformation and modernization initiatives while contributing to global HR programs and strategic projects.

• Advanced degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• 8+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 3 years in an HR management or director-level leadership position.
• Deep knowledge of Indian labor laws, employment regulations, HR compliance, and local statutory requirements.
• Demonstrated experience implementing and managing POSH compliance and handling employee relations matters in India.
• Strong background in compensation and benefits strategy, salary benchmarking, pay structures, annual review processes, and workforce planning.
• Proven experience leading talent acquisition strategies, recruitment operations, employer branding, and hiring processes.
• Experience managing, developing, and retaining high-performing HR teams.
• Proficiency with HRIS platforms, HR analytics, workforce reporting, and HR technology.
• Strong understanding of employee engagement, performance management, organizational development, and change management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively with employees, managers, and senior executives.
• Strong strategic thinking combined with a hands-on, execution-oriented approach.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment while managing multiple priorities and sensitive employee matters.
• Strong judgment, discretion, problem-solving ability, and commitment to employee experience and organizational effectiveness.

• Competitive compensation package aligned with experience and responsibilities.
• Healthcare and employee benefits designed to support overall wellbeing.
• Retirement benefits and financial planning support.
• Professional development and learning opportunities.
• Opportunity to shape and modernize HR practices across India operations.
• Strategic exposure to executive leadership and global HR initiatives.
• Collaborative and supportive working environment focused on innovation and employee experience.
• Opportunity to build, lead, and develop a dedicated HR team.
• Meaningful influence over talent, culture, compensation, compliance, and organizational growth.
• Inclusive workplace committed to equal employment opportunities.