Assistant Manager - HR

organisation

We are looking for a driven and people-first Assistant Manager – HR to join our growing team. In this role, you will be the backbone of our day-to-day HR operations — from talent acquisition and onboarding to employee engagement and compliance. You thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous environments and have a demonstrated track record of scaling HR processes in a startup or product-led organisation.

Key responsibilities

Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

* Manage end-to-end recruitment for mid to senior-level roles across tech, product, and business functions.

* Partner with hiring managers to define job requirements and ensure a smooth, structured interview process.

* Own the onboarding experience, ensuring new hires integrate effectively into the culture and workflow.

* Build and maintain talent pipelines through sourcing strategies, employee referrals, and campus initiatives.

Employee Engagement & Culture

* Design and execute engagement programs, surveys, and pulse checks to measure and improve employee experience.

* Act as a trusted advisor and first point of contact for employee grievances, performance concerns, and conflict resolution.

HR Operations & Compliance

* Maintain accurate employee data and HRIS records; generate HR reports and dashboards for leadership.

* Ensure compliance with applicable labor laws, statutory requirements, and company policies.

* Oversee payroll inputs, leave management, and separation formalities in coordination with finance.

* Draft, update, and communicate HR policies, the employee handbook, and SOPs.

Must-haves

* 4–6 years as an HR Generalist in a Startup or product-based company

* Exposure to the full employee life cycle

* MBA / PGDM in HR or equivalent

* Comfortable working with AI tools.