HR Head/ HR Operation
1 Nos.
115131
Full Time
8.0 Year(s) To 15.0 Year(s)
10.00 LPA TO 12.00 LPA
HR - IR / Administration / Facility Management
Education/Teaching/Training/E-Learning/EdTech
Job Description:
Job Description
HR Head/ HR Operation will lead the human resources function, ensuring strategic alignment with the institution’s academic goals and organizational values. This leadership role is responsible for managing the entire employee lifecycle – from recruitment and onboarding to performance management and compliance – while cultivating a thriving and inclusive workplace culture. The role also involves oversight of compensation and benefits, HR systems, and legal compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Talent Acquisition and Onboarding
- Lead end-to-end recruitment for academic and non-academic positions.
- Design and implement talent acquisition strategies to attract high-caliber faculty, staff, and administrators.
- Establish and maintain partnerships with academic institutions and recruitment agencies.
- Oversee onboarding and induction programs to ensure seamless integration of new hires into the college culture.
2. Employee Development and Training
- Identify training needs and implement professional development programs.
- Drive leadership and soft-skills enhancement for faculty and staff.
- Ensure continuous upskilling and exposure to modern teaching methodologies and institutional best practices.
3. Performance Management
- Develop, monitor, and enhance performance management frameworks.
- Conduct performance reviews and feedback sessions, and guide underperformance management.
- Promote a culture of high performance, recognition, and accountability.
4. Compensation and Benefits
- Design and manage compensation structures aligned with market trends and institutional budgets.
- Oversee payroll administration, benefits delivery, and bonus management with accuracy and timeliness.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of compensation and benefits programs regularly.
5. Compliance and Legal
- Ensure compliance with applicable labour laws, educational regulations, and internal HR policies.
- Maintain accurate employee documentation and ensure data protection standards.
- Review and update employment contracts and institutional agreements.
6. HR Systems and Data Management
- Manage and implement Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) for efficient HR operations.
- Monitor and report on key HR metrics (e.g., cost-per-hire, retention, absenteeism).
- Leverage technology to optimize processes including payroll, attendance, and performance tracking.
7. Employee Relations and Workplace Culture
- Foster a transparent, inclusive, and productive work environment.
- Address grievances and resolve workplace conflicts professionally.
- Initiate employee engagement programs and internal communication activities such as satisfaction surveys, team-building events, and recognition programs.
8. Strategic HR Planning
- Align HR strategies with institutional goals to support academic and operational excellence.
- Forecast staffing needs and plan HR budgets and resource allocations.
- Periodically review and refine HR policies, ensuring relevance and effectiveness.
Requirements
- Graduate or post graduate; HR certification is a plus.
- 8+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role (preferably in the education sector).
- Proven expertise in managing the full employee lifecycle across diverse functions.
- Strong understanding of Indian labour laws, HR compliance, and educational HR policy frameworks.
- Proficient in HR technology platforms and payroll/HRIS tools.
- Demonstrated leadership in fostering high-performance cultures and inclusive workplaces.
Company Profile
A premier higher education institution in Siliguri, it offers industry aligned undergraduate programs across management, computer science, design and media, and hospitality. Approved by recognized authorities and accredited for quality, it emphasizes learning by doing through innovative infrastructure, practical projects, and soft skills training to bridge the gap between academia and real world career readiness.
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