Group HR Manager

The Opportunity

We are seeking a GROUP HR MANAGER who is not just a functional expert but a strategic collaborator. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in:

• Strengthening HR processes and building a high-performance culture across diverse businesses.
• Strategically planning and aligning the people function with the business growth objectives.
• Working closely with leadership to evaluate current teams, address gaps, and build a robust talent pipeline for future expansion.
• Leading recruitment efforts end-to-end across all businesses – from store staffing to senior management hiring.
• Driving initiatives for training, employee engagement, performance management, and retention.
• Setting up strong HR systems, SOPs, and technology platforms where necessary to enhance efficiency.
• Playing an active role in employer branding as we grow across sectors.
• Helping to develop a framework for CSR initiatives under the Arthniti Foundation.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

Recruitment and Talent Acquisition

• Creating job descriptions
• Sourcing and screening candidates
• Coordinating interviews
• Managing offers and onboarding new employees

Employee Onboarding and Training

• Designing onboarding programs
• Helping new employees settle in
• Organizing training and development programs

Employee Relations

• Maintaining a positive work environment
• Handling grievances, conflicts, and disputes
• Ensuring clear communication between employees and management

Performance Management

• Setting up appraisal systems
• Supporting managers in performance reviews
• Assisting employees in goal-setting and career growth

Compensation and Benefits Management

• Designing salary structures
• Managing bonuses, incentives, and benefits (like insurance, leave, etc.)

Compliance and Legal

• Ensuring adherence to labour laws and employment standards
• Handling contracts, policies, and other HR documentation
• Managing audits and employee records properly

Policy Development and Enforcement

• Creating HR policies (leave, work hours, remote work, etc.)
• Communicating and enforcing these policies consistently

Culture and Engagement

• Promoting company culture
• Organizing employee engagement activities
• Conducting employee satisfaction surveys and acting on feedback

Exit Management

• Conducting exit interviews
• Managing resignations, terminations, and retirements
• Facilitating smooth transitions

Strategic HR Planning

• Workforce planning based on company goals
• Helping leadership with organizational development
• Leading change management initiatives when necessary

Candidate Profile

We are looking for someone who brings a blend of operational excellence and strategic thinking.

Key Attributes:

• 6–12 years of experience in HR roles, preferably with exposure to mid-sized, growing organizations.
• Experience working with multi-business group structures or diverse sectors would be a significant advantage.
• Strong expertise in recruitment, employee relations, learning & development, and organization design.
• Proactive, solution-oriented, and excited to work in entrepreneurial environments with ambitious growth plans.
• High levels of ownership, ability to independently drive projects, and collaborate across multiple teams.
• Comfort with fast-paced environments and businesses in scale-up mode.

Educational Qualifications:

• MBA/PGDM in Human Resources or equivalent from a reputed institute.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹75,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Provident Fund

Application Question(s):

• Notice Period
• Expected Salary

Willingness to travel:

• 100% (Required)

Work Location: In person