Senior Human Resource Manager

Job Title: Senior Human Resource Manager Location: Infopark, Kochi Work Mode: Work From Office (WFO) Experience: 8+ Years Role Overview We are hiring a Senior Human Resource Manager to lead and manage end-to-end HR functions for a fast-growing organization. This role demands a strong blend of strategic HR leadership and hands-on execution , with close collaboration with business leaders to drive talent, culture, performance, and compliance. Key Responsibilities HR Strategy & Business Partnering Partner with leadership and functional heads to align HR initiatives with business goals Support workforce planning, organizational design, and capability development Act as a trusted advisor on people management, performance, and organizational culture Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning Own and drive recruitment strategy across lateral and campus hiring Improve recruitment processes, employer branding, and candidate experience Work with business leaders on headcount planning and resource forecasting Employee Lifecycle Management Manage onboarding, confirmations, internal movements, and separations Ensure a consistent and positive employee experience across the lifecycle Design retention strategies to minimize unwanted attrition Performance & Talent Management Lead performance management processes including goal setting, reviews, and appraisals Coach managers on feedback, performance improvement, and development planning Identify high-potential talent and support succession planning initiatives Employee Engagement & Culture Design and execute employee engagement and internal communication initiatives Handle employee relations, grievances, and sensitive workplace matters Promote an inclusive, high-performance, and values-driven culture HR Operations & Policies Ensure smooth execution of HR operations with accuracy and consistency Draft, implement, and update HR policies, SOPs, and frameworks Oversee payroll coordination, attendance management, and leave governance Compliance & Legal Ensure compliance with Indian labor laws and statutory regulations Manage audits, statutory documentation, and regulatory requirements Advise leadership on HR risk management and compliance matters HR Analytics & Reporting Track and analyze HR metrics such as attrition, hiring, productivity, and utilization Present insights and dashboards to leadership for data-driven decisions Leverage people analytics to improve HR effectiveness Required Qualifications Bachelor’s or master’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field 8–15 years of progressive HR experience Prior experience in IT / GCC / Services / Product-led environments preferred Key Skills & Competencies Strong business partnering and stakeholder management skills In-depth understanding of HR operations and people processes Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution abilities Proven experience handling employee relations and sensitive issues Strong knowledge of Indian labor laws and statutory compliance Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment Preferred Experience Experience supporting multi-location or distributed teams Exposure to scaling organizations or GCC setups Hands-on experience with HRMS, ATS, and people analytics tools Success Indicators Improved employee engagement and retention Efficient and scalable hiring processes Strong HR credibility and leadership trust Robust compliance and risk mitigation