We are looking for an HR Manager who brings a wealth of experience in managing the full spectrum of human resource functions, encompassing talent acquisition, organizational development, and employee engagement. Your role will involve enhancing our recruitment processes, onboarding experiences, and talent development strategies across various departments, including Product, Marketing, Technology, and Design.
The ideal candidate will excel at identifying and nurturing talent, optimizing HR operations, and cultivating a vibrant company culture that supports growth and innovation.
If you are passionate about empowering employees, fostering a productive workplace, and contributing to the company's success through strategic HR management, we are eager to connect with you.
Why This Role Is Unique
Make a difference: In this position, you're not just hiring; you're significantly influencing India's startup ecosystem by curating a stellar team for Inc42
Inc42 Talent Network: Engage with premier talent across various domains including product, marketing, technology, design, data, research, editorial, and beyond within the Inc42 Talent Network.
Brand Equity: Leverage Inc42's esteemed reputation in the tech community to advance your career, whether it's founding a startup or joining other leading companies.
About Inc42 Media
Inc42 is India’s #1 startup media & intelligence platform that informs, educates and empowers startup & business leaders through its incisive reporting, insightful reports, curated events & communities, and industry-leading executive courses & programs.
Since launching in January 2015, and having risen to become the authoritative voice on India’s startup economy, we've moved markets, gotten the early scoop on billions of dollars of transactions and told you what's happening deep inside some of the fastest growing startups & industries alike. Our stories have been followed by the Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, Reuters, TechCrunch and other major outlets hundreds of times.
We also track over 50,000+ startups and provide market research and intelligence through our in-depth research reports, and we organise some of the most sought-after conferences and events for startup & business leaders across India.
In 2020, we introduced Inc42 Plus, our exclusive membership program tailored for startup & business leaders, amassing over 10,000 members in record time. Apart from our sharp reporting & insightful research, through Inc42 BrandLabs, we partner with enterprises & brands to help them create branded content & experiences and reach our audience of decision makers.
Primary Responsibilities
Recruitment & Talent Development
- Develop and maintain recruitment, reporting, and audit systems to enhance recruitment processes, onboarding efficiency, and compliance.
- Collaborate with hiring managers to understand their recruitment needs and craft detailed job descriptions, utilizing diverse recruitment platforms for broad job visibility.
- Focus on sourcing, attracting, and engaging top-tier candidates, employing various channels to reach the top 1% talent pool and managing all stages of the recruitment cycle from profile screening to offer acceptance.
- Be accountable for overseeing the monthly recruitment outcomes, ensuring timely hiring closures and seamless onboarding of all new hires.
- Strengthen Inc42's vision and values during candidate interactions, showcasing our unique market position.
- Implement and enhance onboarding and pre-boarding formalities, introduce company culture, and oversee regular review systems (15/45/75 and 30/60/90 days) for continuous employee engagement.
- Enhance appraisal and promotion systems, establish regular feedback mechanisms, and conduct employee surveys to foster a positive work environment and continuous improvement.
- Identify and develop training programs for soft skills and leadership and execute L&D programs for employee growth.
- Develop an Employee Value Proposition (EVP), lead employer branding campaigns, and facilitate mentorship and networking opportunities to nurture potential leaders and align them with company values and objectives.
HR Operations
- Analyze competitive pay structures, bonuses, and benefits from other organizations to design a remunerative system beneficial for both employees and the company, including payroll budget forecasting.
- Manage and process company payroll, prepare leave, bonus, and incentive reports, and oversee the HR Information System (HRIS) to ensure efficient data management and analytics.
- Conduct data analytics to examine trends in employee performance, retention, and other crucial HR metrics, ensuring compliance with local labor laws and health and safety regulations.
- Develop and update HR policies, provide policy training, and regularly review and adjust policies to comply with changing laws and regulations.
- Oversee organizational structure design, including hierarchy, span of control, work processes, workflows, communication channels, and the establishment of clear incentives and performance metrics (KPIs and KRAs).
- Address grievances and disciplinary issues, liaising with management to resolve conflicts and maintain a positive work environment.
Workplace Culture
- Propose and implement policies that support organizational change, emphasizing the reinforcement of company values and expected behaviors through workshops.
- Design and implement initiatives aimed at boosting employee engagement and motivation, such as organizing monthly catch-ups, town halls, festival & milestone celebrations, team-building activities, or retreats.
- Conduct regular surveys to collect employee feedback and gauge overall job satisfaction, using this information to inform and adapt engagement strategies.
Core Competencies
- Talent Management Expertise: Mastery in overseeing the recruitment life cycle, optimizing onboarding, and enhancing retention strategies.
- Recruitment and Negotiation Proficiency: Strong skills in developing precise job descriptions, steering recruitment processes, and conducting successful negotiations.
- Onboarding and Development Focus: Dedicated to creating impactful onboarding experiences and establishing consistent frameworks for employee evaluations and development.
- Performance and Feedback Systems: Adept at improving appraisal processes, instituting robust feedback systems, and promoting professional growth.
- Compensation and Payroll Management: In-depth knowledge of formulating competitive pay structures and managing payroll operations efficiently.
- Data-Driven HR Insights: Competent in leveraging HRIS for insightful analytics and informed decision-making based on HR metrics.
- Policy Compliance and Ethical Standards: Up-to-date with the latest HR policies, ensuring adherence to legal requirements and ethical practices.
- Culture and Engagement Leadership: Ability to spearhead cultural initiatives, drive engagement, and facilitate workshops that underscore company values.
- Employee Relations and Inclusivity: Proven effectiveness in addressing and resolving workplace issues, fostering a supportive and inclusive culture.
- Engagement and Culture Advocacy: Innovative in creating initiatives that celebrate organizational culture and elevate employee morale and unity.
- Communication and Team Collaboration: Exceptional communication skills, capable of inspiring teamwork and synchronizing efforts across various departments.
Qualification
- Master’s degree in Human Resources, ideally from a Tier 1 or Tier 2 institution, with an outstanding academic record.
- 4-6 years of experience in senior roles such as Sr. Recruitment Specialist or HR Manager or similar role particularly within fast-paced, growth-oriented environments.
- Demonstrable tech-savviness, including advanced proficiency in MS Office and database management, essential for modern HR operations.
- Experience in recruiting for diverse roles within Product, Marketing, Tech, Design/Editorial sectors, especially in media or similar industries, is highly valued.
- Deep understanding of the startup ecosystem, with the ability to navigate its unique challenges and leverage its dynamic nature for talent acquisition.
- Strong capability in developing and executing HR strategies that align with business objectives, driving both organizational and employee growth.