Human Resources Lead

Job Title: HR Lead

Location: Pune

Experience: 10+ Years

Role Overview:

We are looking for a seasoned HR professional to lead the Human Resources function. The ideal candidate will play a strategic and hands-on role in shaping the organizations people strategy, culture, talent acquisition, employee engagement, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Strategic HR Leadership

- Partner with business leaders to design and implement HR strategies aligned with organizational goals.

- Drive change management, workforce planning, and organizational development initiatives.

- Champion company culture and values across teams.

2. Talent Acquisition & Employer Branding

- Oversee mid to leadership-level hiring across functions Engineering, Sales, Manufacturing, Corporate.

- Strengthen employer branding to attract top-tier talent from the automotive and related industries.

- Lead onboarding strategies to ensure quick assimilation and engagement.

3. Talent Management & Development

- Lead Performance Management, L&D, Succession Planning, and Career Pathing.

- Design leadership development programs and support high-potential employee growth.

4. Employee Engagement & Culture

- Design and execute employee engagement initiatives that promote a positive, inclusive work culture.

- Serve as a trusted advisor to employees and leaders on people-related matters.

5. HR Operations & Compliance

- Oversee payroll, HRIS, policies, audits, and statutory compliance.

- Implement best-in-class HR processes and systems to enhance operational efficiency.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

- MBA/PGDM-HR from a reputed institute.

- 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role.

- Experience in Automotive/Manufacturing/Consumer Durables sectors preferred.

- Strong understanding of Indian labor laws and compliance.

- Proficiency in using HRMS tools (Workday/SAP/SuccessFactors etc.)

- Strong interpersonal, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.