HR Manager

About the role

We are looking for an HR Manager who can independently manage and lead the complete HR function – from talent acquisition and employee engagement to performance management, HR operations, compliance, and employee relations. This hands‑on leadership role works closely with business leaders to understand organisational requirements, own people‑related decisions and build processes that improve employee experience and business performance.

Key responsibilities

• Define and implement HR strategy and people management initiatives that support overall business objectives.
• Lead talent acquisition and workforce planning to attract, select and retain the right talent.
• Oversee the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, development, performance reviews and off‑boarding.
• Design and manage performance management systems to drive continuous improvement.
• Foster employee relations and nurture a positive workplace culture.
• Create and deliver learning and development programs aligned with skill gaps.
• Manage HR operations, policies and compliance with Indian labour laws.
• Maintain HRMS, ensure data integrity and generate actionable people analytics.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives and promote a high‑performance environment.
• Handle exit processes and develop retention strategies to reduce turnover.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to align HR practices with strategic goals.

Required profile

• 5‑7 years of progressive HR experience with ownership of core HR functions.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of Indian HR policies, labour laws and compliance requirements.
• Proven ability to produce HR documentation, reporting and use HRIS tools for data‑driven decisions.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, conflict‑resolution and stakeholder management skills.
• Deep understanding of HRMS/HRIS platforms and advanced proficiency in MS Office.
• Experience in organizational development, change management and designing engagement and retention initiatives.
• Demonstrated capability to handle confidential and sensitive employee matters with discretion.
• Self‑motivated, independent and able to make sound HR decisions while managing multiple priorities.
• Prior experience in travel, tourism, hospitality, e‑commerce or service industries is a plus.

Required skills

• Proficiency with HRIS tools and HRMS platforms.
• Ability to analyse people data and generate insights (People Analytics).
• Advanced use of MS Office for reporting and documentation.
• Strong documentation and reporting skills within HR contexts.