Assistant Manager - HR Operations Location Mumbai On-site Experience Minimum 10 years in HR Operations with 3-5 years Talent Acquisition exposure CTC 10-12 LPA Employment Type Full-timeRole Summary We are hiring an experienced and structured HR Operations professional to manage end-to-end HR processes for a 60 employee organization The role includes Payroll Compliance HRMS Keka Employee Lifecycle Performance Management Employee Engagement and oversight of Talent Acquisition The ideal candidate is disciplined detail-oriented process-driven and capable of independently managing HR with robust ownership Key Responsibilities HR Operations Employee Lifecycle Manage complete employee lifecycle onboarding induction confirmations transfers separations Ensure accurate HR documentation employee files and statutory records Manage attendance leave time-tracking and discipline adherence 9 AM-6 PM shift Maintain and update employee data in HRMS Coordinate with Finance IT Admin for lifecycle processesPayroll Compliance Process monthly payroll with 100 accuracy and timely closure Ensure compliance with PF ESIC PT Bonus Gratuity and Shops Establishment Act Maintain statutory registers compliance files and audit-ready documentation Coordinate with Finance for payroll inputs reconciliations and audits Conduct regular HR audits for compliance and process checksHRMS Management Keka Preferred Manage HRMS workflows attendance leave approvals regularizations Ensure accuracy of HRMS data across all modules Train employees and managers on HRMS usage and processes Identify gaps and drive HR automation to reduce manual tasksTalent Acquisition Oversight Support sourcing screening coordination and closure of key roles Manage recruitment agencies and control hiring costs Maintain hiring trackers interview scorecards and candidate MIS Strengthen employer branding on Naukri LinkedIn and other platforms Share weekly hiring updates with managementEmployee Engagement Culture Retention Plan and execute monthly employee engagement activities Conduct pulse surveys and feedback sessions Handle employee grievances with confidentiality and fairness Support retention initiatives and culture-building programsPerformance Management Manage annual appraisal cycles mid-year reviews and goal-setting Assist managers with KPI setting and performance documentation Track performance issues and support PIP implementation Maintain appraisal records and ensure timelines are followedHR Policies Process Improvement Draft update and enforce HR policies and SOPs Improve HR workflows through process re-engineering and automation Ensure consistent implementation of HR policies Prepare HR dashboards and submit monthly HR reportsExit Management Manage resignation workflow and notice period tracking Conduct exit interviews and maintain exit documentation Coordinate FnF settlements clearance forms IT Asset handovers Prepare insights from exit trends to support retentionCandidate Profile Must-Have Skills Minimum 10 years experience in HR Operations mandatory Strong command of payroll compliance and labor laws Hands-on experience with HRMS Keka preferred 3-5 years exposure to Talent Acquisition Excellent communication people-handling discipline enforcement High ownership confidentiality and attention to detail Ability to manage HR independently in a fast-paced environmentPreferred Qualifications MBA PGDM in Human Resources Experience managing HR Ops for 60-200 employees Background in manufacturing export e-commerce fast-growing companies