Senior Manager - HR

About eMbrace
eMbrace is a leading mental health and child development organization committed to
evidence-based, accessible care. We serve children, adolescents, adults, and corporate clients
through personalized therapy, assessments, and training. We are a growing organization with
the vision to build a Pan-India presence in the next few years. As we scale our impact across
India and globally, we are seeking a Senior HR Manager to drive strategic HR operations and
shape a resilient, purpose-driven, performance-focused workforce, and help build the
organizational vision.
Role Overview
As a Senior HR Manager, you will lead the human resources function with a strong focus on
strategic workforce planning, compliance, operations, and culture-building. You will play a
critical advisory role to the leadership team in organizational design, talent forecasting, and
the implementation of systems that support scalable and compliant growth.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic HR Leadership

• Forecast talent needs in alignment with business expansion and clinical operations

across verticals.

• Advise founders on workforce planning, organizational design, and structuring for

scale.

• Evaluate, recommend, and implement HR tools such as HRMS and payroll systems to

enhance efficiency.

• Update HR policies in accordance with evolving Indian labor laws and healthcare-

specific compliance needs.
Talent Acquisition

• Lead end-to-end recruitment: JD creation, sourcing, screening, scheduling, and

closures.

• Optimize offer-to-join ratios and build strong hiring pipelines across functions.
• Enhance eMbrace’s employer brand across platforms and networks.
• Build and maintain talent pipelines for clinical (therapists, psychologists) and non-

clinical roles.
Onboarding & Induction

• Design and implement seamless onboarding processes and orientation programs.
• Create induction kits, run buddy systems, and develop feedback loops for continuous

improvement.

• Track probation period evaluations and confirm confirmation processes.

Payroll & Compliance

• Collect and verify monthly payroll inputs (attendance, leave, reimbursements, LOPs,

etc.).

• Liaise with finance or payroll vendors to ensure accurate, timely salary processing.
• Ensure full statutory compliance: PF, ESI, Gratuity, PT, Shops & Establishments Act,

etc.
Employee Engagement & Culture

• Lead monthly employee engagement initiatives, wellness activities, and celebration

events.

• Cultivate a positive, inclusive, and values-aligned work culture.
• Gather and act on employee feedback to improve retention and morale.

Generalist HR Operations

• Maintain accurate HR records, HRMIS, and dashboards for leadership review.
• Draft and execute HR policies, SOPs, and internal communications.
• Manage employee grievances, exit interviews, and full & final settlements.
• Support performance management, goal-setting, and appraisal processes.

Qualifications & Experience

• Master’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• 7+ years of HR experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Strong understanding of Indian labor laws and HR compliance.
• Experience in healthcare, mental health, or social impact sectors preferred.
• Familiarity with HR tech platforms and payroll systems (e.g., Zoho, Keka, GreytHR,

etc.).
Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking and analytical mindset
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• High ownership and execution bias
• Empathy and ability to foster inclusive culture
• Process orientation with attention to detail

Why Join Us?
At eMbrace, we are building a resilient future through inclusive mental health care. Join us in
shaping a people-first organization where impact, growth, and care go hand-in-hand.
To Apply
Interested candidates may send their updated CV to supriyamalik@embracelives.com &
hr@embracelives.com

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹55,000.00 - ₹85,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person