Location:

Pune, India (On-site)

Company:

Skylark Labs

About Skylark Labs

Skylark Labs is an AI company building next-generation autonomous intelligence for defense, public safety, and critical infrastructure. Our technology enables cameras, drones, robots, and sensor systems to detect and respond to threats in real time using self-learning AI. We work with governments, enterprises, and research institutions around the world to develop cutting-edge AI solutions that make environments safer and smarter.

About the Role

We are looking for an organized, proactive, and people-oriented HR Associate to join our growing team in Pune. This role will support the day-to-day HR operations across the employee lifecycle, including recruitment coordination, onboarding, employee engagement, HR administration, compliance, and performance processes.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced startup environment and wants to build a broad HR skill set while partnering closely with leadership.

Key Responsibilities Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

- Coordinate the end-to-end recruitment process.
- Schedule interviews and communicate with candidates.
- Work with hiring managers to understand hiring needs.
- Coordinate offer letters and onboarding documentation.
- Maintain candidate databases and recruitment metrics.

Employee Onboarding & Offboarding

- Manage onboarding for new hires.
- Coordinate documentation, induction, and orientation.
- Ensure completion of joining formalities.
- Support smooth employee exit processes and documentation.

HR Operations

- Maintain employee records and HR documentation.
- Support attendance, leave management, and HRIS updates.
- Coordinate payroll inputs with finance and external vendors.
- Assist with employee letters, confirmations, and policy documentation.
- Ensure HR records remain accurate and confidential.

Employee Engagement

- Organize employee engagement activities and events.




- Support performance review cycles.
- Help address employee queries and day-to-day HR concerns.
- Foster a positive employee experience and company culture.

Compliance & Policies

- Ensure compliance with applicable Indian labor laws.
- Support statutory documentation and HR audits.
- Maintain HR policies and recommend improvements as the company grows.

General Administration

- Support HR reporting and analytics.
- Assist leadership with HR projects and organizational initiatives.
- Continuously improve HR processes and documentation.

Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.
- 2–5 years of HR experience in a startup or fast-paced organization.
- Strong understanding of HR operations and employee lifecycle management.
- Familiarity with Indian labor laws and HR compliance.
- Experience coordinating recruitment and onboarding.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
- Experience with HRIS or ATS platforms is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

- MBA/PGDM in Human Resources or equivalent.
- Experience in technology, AI, SaaS, robotics, or engineering organizations.
- Experience working with rapidly growing teams.

What We're Looking For

- Highly organized and dependable.
- Solid interpersonal and communication skills.
- Problem solver with a proactive mindset.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
- Comfortable working independently while collaborating across teams.
- Eager to learn and grow in a dynamic startup environment.

Why Join Skylark Labs?

- Work on cutting-edge AI technology with real-world impact.
- Join a fast-growing international company.
- Collaborate directly with leadership and cross-functional teams.
- Opportunity to take ownership and grow your HR career.
- Competitive compensation and professional development opportunities.

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