Summary

Job Title: Vice President (Human Resources)

Location: Mumbai

Department: Human Resources

Job Type: Full Time

HR Operations:

• Lead and manage end-to-end HR services for the mentioned entities
• Oversee payroll, onboarding, benefits administration, and compliance to ensure smooth HR operations.
• Establish and implement standardized HR processes across the group to enhance efficiency and consistency.
• Act as the primary point of contact for employee queries and HR-related escalations.
• Drive HR process automation and optimization to improve operational effectiveness.
• Prepare and manage quarterly and annual HR reports (board reporting, investor reporting) to track key HR metrics for all India businesses, workforce trends, and compliance status.
• Support fund-raising initiatives by providing necessary HR-related information for Due Diligence Questionnaires (DDQ), ensuring accurate and timely responses for investor and regulatory requirements.

Talent Acquisition & Recruitment Strategy:

• Lead recruitment efforts ensuring efficient, timely, and business-aligned hiring
• Partner with business leaders and hiring managers to define workforce planning and recruitment strategies.
• Develop talent pipelines and sourcing strategies using recruitment platforms, agencies, and professional networks.

Performance Management:

• Implement performance management frameworks that align with business objectives.
• Guide managers on performance reviews, goal setting, and employee development plans.
• Drive continuous feedback mechanisms to enhance employee productivity and engagement.
• Identify high-potential employees and work on career development strategies.
• Collaborate with leadership to ensure a culture of meritocracy and accountability.

Employee Lifecycle Management:

• Manage all employee lifecycle processes, including onboarding, transfers, promotions, exits, and retirements across AGP entities.
• Implement HR self-service tools to enhance employee experience and reduce administrative workload.
• Ensure accurate documentation and compliance with legal and company requirements.

Compliance & HR Governance:

• Ensure HR operations comply with Indian labor laws, including EPF, ESIC, Gratuity, Shops & Establishment Act, and PoSH regulations.
• Conduct HR audits to ensure adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Keep senior management informed of policy updates and labor law changes impacting HR operations.

Stakeholder Management & Employee Experience:

• Collaborate with senior leadership and business heads to align HR services with organizational goals.
• Act as a strategic advisor to leadership and employees on HR best practices, talent strategy, and compliance.
• Foster a culture of service excellence by ensuring transparent and efficient HR operations.

HR Projects:

HR Policy, Benefits Unification & Compliance Alignment:

• Drive the unification of HR policies across AGP entities in India, ensuring legal compliance and best practices.
• Align HR frameworks with regulatory requirements, including PoSH Act compliance, setting up committees, and awareness programs.
• Standardize employee benefits across the organization to optimize group negotiation power for insurance, wellness programs, and other perks.
• Collaborate with leadership to integrate HR policies that foster a unified and engaging workplace culture.

Qualifications & Experience:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. An MBA or HR certification is a plus.

Experience:

• 10-15 years of experience in HR Operations, preferably in financial services, logistics, or multinational environments. Ideally understands the dynamic environment at startup phase.
• Proven experience in talent acquisition, workforce planning, and HR transformation.
• Experience in setting up or restructuring HR shared services is an advantage.

• In-depth knowledge of Indian labor laws and PoSH Act compliance.
• Experience in HR process automation and benefits negotiation.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• High emotional intelligence, with the ability to build strong relationships and foster a positive workplace culture.
• Proactive, approachable, and able to balance business needs with employee well-being.
• Resilient, with a solution-oriented mindset to handle challenges effectively.
• Strong stakeholder management abilities.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and project management skills.
• Agile, adaptable, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Process-oriented with keen attention to detail.