We are looking for a Manager, Human Capital with extensive experience in managing the full spectrum of Talent Management and HR operations. In this role, you will oversee and enhance our recruitment processes, onboarding experiences, talent development strategies, and employee engagement activities. Additionally, you will provide valuable insights on HR data to inform our practices.
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
A. 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.
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.
B. 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) alongside the team managers.
Address grievances and disciplinary issues, liaising with management to resolve conflicts and maintain a positive work environment.
Manage our compensation and benefits practices by analyzing annual benchmarking surveys, developing compensation models, and establishing salary bands.
C. HR Analytics and Reporting:
Use data and analytics to measure the effectiveness of talent management programs and make data-driven decisions.
Drive governance on critical HR metrics such as retention, turnover and cost.
D. Workplace Culture
Design, implement, and monitor initiatives aimed at boosting employee engagement and motivation.
Organize monthly catch-ups, town halls, festival and milestone celebrations, team-building activities, and retreats.
Core Competencies
Mastery in overseeing the recruitment life cycle, optimizing onboarding, and enhancing retention strategies.
Strong skills in developing precise job descriptions, steering recruitment processes, and conducting successful negotiations.
Dedicated to creating impactful onboarding experiences and establishing consistent frameworks for employee evaluations and development.
Adept at improving appraisal processes, instituting robust feedback systems, and promoting professional growth.
In-depth knowledge of formulating competitive pay structures and managing payroll operations efficiently.
Competent in leveraging HRIS for insightful analytics and informed decision-making based on HR metrics.
Up-to-date with the latest HR policies, ensuring adherence to legal requirements and ethical practices.
Ability to spearhead cultural initiatives, drive engagement, and facilitate workshops that underscore company values.
Proven effectiveness in addressing and resolving workplace issues, fostering a supportive and inclusive culture.
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.
5-8 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.