We are seeking a dynamic and experienced HR Operations personnel to lead HR operations for a diverse workforce of approximately 2,000 employees across Head Office, Satellite Offices, Branch Operations, and Manufacturing Units across India. The role demands a strong grasp of Compensation & Benefits, Policy Governance, Labour & Statutory Compliance, and Digital HR Transformation, ensuring consistent service delivery for both white-collar and blue-collar employees including on-rolls and contract staff.

Key Responsibilities:

1. HR Operations Management

- Oversee day-to-day HR operations across the corporate office, regional branches, and factory locations.

- Standardize and streamline HR processes for seamless service delivery across all touchpoints.

- Ensure efficient onboarding, employee lifecycle management, and HR shared services for all employees.

- Assist in responding to audit findings related to HR during external financial audits

- Implement corrective actions and process improvements based on audit feedback.

2. Compensation & Benefits

- Design and execute compensation structures aligned with organizational goals and market standards.

- Manage monthly payroll processes, incentive calculations, and statutory deductions across locations.

- Administer employee benefit programs such as medical, insurance, and welfare schemes.

3. Policy Administration & Governance

- Develop, update, and communicate HR policies and employee handbooks across all units.

- Ensure alignment of HR policies with business objectives and compliance with regional labour laws.

- Partner with site HRs to ensure policy enforcement and disciplinary governance.

4. Labour & Statutory Compliance

- Ensure 100% compliance with all applicable central and state labour regulations (ESI, PF, CLRA, Factories Act, etc.).

- Coordinate with contractors and third-party agencies to monitor contract labour compliance.

- Manage labour inspections, audits, and government interactions with complete documentation.

5. Workforce Management

- Oversee on-roll and contract employee administration across all geographies.

- Support manpower planning, deployment, and grievance redressal mechanisms across all locations.

- Maintain and monitor accurate workforce data and HR dashboards for leadership reporting.

6. Digital HR Transformation

- Drive digitization of HR processes including HRMS implementation, payroll automation, and self-service tools.

- Identify opportunities for tech-led enhancements in HR operations.

- Ensure data accuracy, system integration, and end-user adoption of HR tools.

7. Performance Management System

- Develop and enhance the performance management policy, tools, templates, and rating structures.

- Design and implement KRA/KPI frameworks in alignment with organizational goals.

- Ensure integration of PMS with compensation, learning, and career development systems.

- Drive the annual appraisal cycle including timelines, communications, and system administration.

- Guide managers and employees through appraisal processes including self-review, manager review, and calibration.

- Track performance trends and generate analytical reports and dashboards for leadership.

- Administer performance management systems or HRIS tools; liaise with vendors/IT for technical enhancements.

- Collaborate with managers on Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) for underperformers.

8. HR Budget Planning & Forecasting

- Collaborate with Finance and HR leadership to prepare the annual HR budget, including headcount, compensation, benefits, training, and other HR-related expenses.

- Forecast monthly, quarterly, and annual HR expenditures based on workforce planning, salary revisions, and new HR initiatives.

- Monitor budget utilization trends and provide variance analysis.

- Coordinate with departments to allocate HR-related expenses to correct cost centres.

- Maintain accurate records of HR cost allocations across business units/functions.

- Prepare monthly and quarterly HR budget vs. actual reports and present insights to HR and Finance leadership.

- Analyze trends, variances, and cost drivers to support better decision-making.

Qualifications & Experience:

- Master's degree in human resources, Labour Welfare, or Business Administration.

- 12-15 years of experience in HR Operations, with at least 3-5 years in a managerial/leadership role.

- Proven track record in managing large-scale operations in a multi-location manufacturing setup.

- Strong knowledge of labour laws, payroll management, compliance, and HR automation.

- Strong knowledge of HRMS implementation, maintenance and trouble shooting the queries related to HR modules.

- Strong knowledge on data analytical and reporting

Key Competencies:

- Strong execution and stakeholder management skills.

- High attention to detail, with ability to handle scale and complexity.

- Deep understanding of statutory and legal requirements across India.

- Change management and digital transformation leadership.

- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.

Note: This role involves travel across India to oversee HR operations at factories, offices, and regional