HR Associate
Location: University of Southampton Delhi
Type of Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: Competitive

Overview

The University of Southampton, in partnership with Oxford International Education Group (OIEG), has successfully launched its first international campus in India, located in Gurgaon, Delhi. This initiative, developed in response to India's New Education Policy, represents a significant investment in transnational education. The campus provides Indian students with the opportunity to earn a globally recognised degree without leaving the country.

Job Purpose

We are seeking a proactive and enthusiastic Executive – Human Resources with 1–2 years of HR experience to support the Human Resources function within the University. The role will primarily focus on Talent Acquisition (60%) while also supporting HR Operations (40%). The incumbent will work closely with the Head of HR to ensure timely recruitment, smooth onboarding, employee lifecycle management, HR administration, and compliance with organizational policies.

Main Duties and Responsibilities





Talent Acquisition

Manage end-to-end recruitment for academic and professional services positions.
Draft and publish job advertisements on recruitment portals, LinkedIn, university website, and other sourcing channels.
Source candidates through job portals, social media, employee referrals, and qualified networks.
Screen resumes and prepare candidate shortlists.
Coordinate interview scheduling with hiring managers and interview panels.
Maintain recruitment trackers and applicant databases.
Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
Coordinate pre-employment documentation, background verification, and reference checks.
Prepare offer documentation and support onboarding activities.
Generate recruitment MIS reports, dashboards, and hiring metrics.
Support employer branding initiatives and recruitment events.
Coordinate with external recruitment agencies where required

📌 HR Associate (Gurugram)
🏢 University of Southampton Delhi
📍 Gurugram