Head of People, Leadership & Culture

(with ownership of People Systems & Governance)

Location: Delhi NCR
Reporting to: CEO
Experience: 12–15 years

About Arthan

Arthan is building the human capital backbone of Indias impact economy.

We partner with high-growth nonprofits and social enterprises to help them attract exceptional leaders, build resilient institutions, and scale with purpose and precision. Internally, we are committed to building an organisation where people grow, leaders are developed, and culture is intentional, not accidental.

As Arthan enters its next phase of growth, we are investing deeply in leadership quality, people capability, and organisational culture, supported by strong systems and governance.

Why This Role Exists

Arthan is seeking a senior People, L&D;, and Culture leader to shape how leadership is developed, how teams grow, and how culture is lived across the organisation.

This role exists because we believe that strategy only succeeds when leadership and culture are robust. You will be responsible for building leadership depth,



strengthening managers, and creating a culture of clarity, accountability, learning, and care. At the same time, you will ensure that the people systems, policies, and governance needed to sustain this culture are robust and scalable.

This is a role for someone who sees people development and systems discipline as complementary not competing forces.

What You Will Lead

1. Leadership Development & L&D; (Core of the Role)
- Own the organisations leadership and management development agenda.
- Design and implement L&D; frameworks for:
- First-time managers
- Senior leaders
- Cross-functional leadership roles
- Build a culture of regular feedback, coaching, reflection, and growth.
- Partner closely with the CEO and leadership team to strengthen leadership quality and bench strength.
- Support succession planning and leadership readiness as the organisation scales.

2. Culture Building & Employee Experience
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📌 Head of People, Leadership (New Delhi)
🏢 Arthan
📍 New Delhi