HR Business Partner

Location: Pune, India

Reports To: Head – Human Resources

Role Overview

HRBP will serve as a strategic partner for HR operations in the Pune location, with a strong focus on talent acquisition, onboarding, employee engagement, and HR operational excellence. This role will actively contribute to building a positive employee experience while ensuring smooth execution of HR processes in alignment with corporate standards.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Engagement & Events

- Coordinate and execute events, celebrations, and engagement activities for the Pune office as per directives from Head HR.

- Partner with internal stakeholders to enhance organizational culture and employee connect.

Learning & Development Support

- Assist the L&D function in executing training programs and evaluating their effectiveness.

- Collect and analyse post-training feedback to support continuous improvement in capability-building initiatives.

Employee Relations & Policy Guidance

- Listen to employee concerns and resolve queries promptly, ensuring timely closure of tickets in the HR system.

- Provide guidance on HR policies, exercising discretion under the direction of Head HR.

- Conduct periodic visits to the Mumbai office to support grievance resolution and relationship building.

HR Operations & Compliance

- Support the HR Operations Officer in HR audits, data management, and compliance activities.

- Ensure accurate maintenance of HR records and adherence to company policies.

Talent Acquisition & Coordination

- Support the Talent Acquisition team by coordinating interviews, screening candidates, and ensuring a seamless recruitment experience.

- Map out strategic timelines and budgets for hiring in consultation with the Talent Acquisition Lead/Head HR.

- Maintain candidate engagement from selection to joining.

Pre-Onboarding & Onboarding

- Confirm candidate joining, arrange necessary logistics (e.g., accommodation, reporting details, Laptop).

- Facilitate onboarding activities including email ID creation, documentation, buddy assignment, and employee kit distribution.

- Organize and execute the 3-Day Induction Program in collaboration with the Induction & Onboarding Lead, covering HR policies, Autopilot overview, department orientation, and plant tours.

Key Skills & Attributes

- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.

- Proactive problem-solving approach with an employee-first mindset.

- Sound knowledge of HR policies, processes, and compliance.

- Willingness to travel periodically to the Mumbai office.

Qualifications & Experience

- Bachelor’s/master's degree in human resources or related field.

- 8–10 years of experience in HR, with a focus on talent acquisition and HR business partnering.

- Experience in onboarding, employee relations, and HR operations preferred.