HR Generalist

Job Title: HR Generalist

Department: Human Resources & Operations

Location: Nungambakkam, Chennai

Employment Type: Full-time (Campaign Contract till April 2026)

Experience Required: 3–6 years

About Demos

Disruption is inevitable — and Indian politics has long awaited a positive one.

Demos Project partners with organizations determined to do things differently — with

strategy, speed, and substance. We work with leaders who have a healthy impatience for

change, helping them build long-term strategies and in-house growth platforms that truly

connect with people.

At our core, we put people first — and the rest follows.

We believe in designing campaigns that listen deeply, engage authentically, and communicate

meaningfully. Our approach blends insight with innovation — crafting political strategies rooted

in people, purpose, and progress.

https://demosindia.com

Role Overview

At Demos Project, the HR Generalist will serve as a key enabler of people strategy —

balancing Talent Acquisition, HR Operations, Performance Management, Learning &

Development, and Employee Engagement.

This role requires a proactive and empathetic professional who thrives in a high-energy,

fast-moving campaign environment. The HR Generalist will ensure every employee touchpoint

— from recruitment to retention — reflects the culture of collaboration, agility, and accountability

that drives Demos.

Key Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

● Manage end-to-end hiring across verticals including Design, Editing, Research,

Content, and Media teams.

● Maintain and update the hiring tracker, monitor open positions, and align with hiring

budgets.

● Source candidates through LinkedIn, Naukri, Internshala, Indeed, and internal

referrals to support volume hiring needs.

● Conduct screening, interview coordination, and salary discussions.

● Support employee onboarding, documentation, and background verification

processes.

HR Operations & Data Management

● Maintain attendance, leave, and payroll coordination through HR software systems.

● Collaborate with the Finance team for payroll accuracy and compliance reporting.

● Track HR analytics on hiring, attendance, attrition, and performance for leadership

reporting.

● Maintain employee records and ensure data confidentiality.

Performance Management & L&D

● Support implementation of performance review cycles and competency assessments.

● Assist in tracking key metrics and maintaining structured performance documentation.

● Coordinate Learning & Development (L&D) initiatives — including soft skills,

leadership, and technical training sessions.

● Work with leadership to identify skill gaps and plan focused upskilling modules.

Employee Engagement & Well-being

● Design and execute employee engagement programs to foster team cohesion and

morale.

● Organize stress management sessions, wellness workshops, and recreational

activities.

● Act as a trusted point of contact for employees, addressing grievances and ensuring

workplace harmony.

● Champion an inclusive, transparent, and collaborative workplace culture.

Policy, Compliance & Governance

● Support HR policy drafting, updating, and implementation across verticals.

● Ensure statutory compliance and adherence to company HR guidelines.

● Maintain HRIS data integrity and documentation readiness for audits.

Preferred Qualifications

● Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.

● Hands-on experience with HRIS, ATS, and Payroll systems.

● Demonstrated ability to manage complex people operations with empathy and efficiency.

Minimum Qualifications

● Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related fields.

● Minimum 3 years of experience in recruitment and HR operations, preferably

managing on-ground teams.

● Strong communication skills in Tamil and English.

● Excellent Excel and data management proficiency for HR analytics.

Work Environment & Expectations

● Fast-paced, multi-stakeholder campaign setting requiring agility and attention to detail.

● Flexibility with working hours, especially during key campaign activity phases.

● High level of confidentiality, discretion, and professionalism.

● Collaborative mindset and ability to balance operational efficiency with people-centric

engagement.

Why This Role Matters

Behind every high-impact campaign is a strong, motivated, and well-supported team.

As the HR Generalist, you’ll shape the organizational culture that powers every message,

event, and strategy — ensuring people remain at the heart of every campaign success.

How to Apply

Interested candidates may send their resumes to careers@demosindia.com.

For more information, visit our career portal: https://demosindia.com/careers.php

Job Type: Contractual / Temporary
Contract length: 5 months

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Chennai, Tamil Nadu (600081): Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Application Question(s):

• How many years of experience do you have in HR ?
• Do you have experience in end-to-end recruitment (sourcing to onboarding)?
• Have you handled attendance, payroll inputs, or basic HR operations?
• What is your Current monthly salary?
• What is your expected monthly salary?
• Are you available for immediate joining?

Experience:

• Human resources: 3 years (Preferred)

Location:

• Chennai, Tamil Nadu (600081) (Preferred)

Work Location: In person