Role Overview The Head of Human Resources will be responsible for managing the end-to-end HR function for the firm, with a strong focus on execution, compliance, and building efficient people processes.

This role requires a hands-on professional who can operate in a lean environment, support a partner-driven legal practice, and align HR initiatives with business needs while maintaining cost discipline.

Key Responsibilities

1. End-to-End HR Management

- Independently manage the complete employee lifecycle: recruitment, onboarding, confirmation, performance management, and exits
- Act as the primary HR point of contact for all employees and partners
- Ensure smooth day-to-day HR operations without reliance on large teams

2. Talent Acquisition

- Lead hiring for legal, secretarial, and support functions
- Build cost-effective sourcing strategies (referrals, professional networks, institutes)
- Ensure timely hiring with a focus on quality and cultural fit

3. Performance Management

- Design and implement a simple and effective appraisal system (KRAs/KPIs)
- Support partners in conducting structured performance reviews
- Align individual performance with client delivery and productivity expectations

4. HR Operations & Compliance

- Ensure compliance with applicable labour laws and local regulations
- Oversee payroll coordination (in-house or outsourced) and employee documentation
- Maintain HR policies, employee records, and audit-ready documentation

5. Employee Engagement & Retention

- Drive practical, low-cost engagement initiatives
- Address employee concerns and manage grievance resolution




- Improve retention in a high-pressure, deadline-driven environment

6. Process Development & Optimisation

- Build and standardise HR processes (onboarding, appraisal, exit, etc.)
- Implement basic HR systems, trackers, and automation tools
- Continuously improve efficiency while keeping costs under control

Key Requirements

Qualification

- MBA/PGDM in HR or equivalent (preferred)

Experience

- 37 years of HR experience
- Prior experience in legal firms, consulting firms, CA/CS firms, or similar skilled services setups preferred
- Experience working in lean teams or independently managing HR functions

Skills & Competencies

- Strong execution capability with a hands-on approach
- Good understanding of Indian labour laws and HR compliance
- Ability to manage multiple responsibilities with limited resources
- Strong stakeholder management skills, especially with senior professionals/partners
- Practical and solution-oriented mindset

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

- Time-to-hire and cost per hire
- Employee attrition and retention levels
- Compliance adherence and audit readiness
- Effectiveness of performance management system
- Employee engagement and feedback

Ideal Candidate Profile

- Self-starter with a “build and execute” mindset
- Comfortable working without large teams or structured HR setups
- Able to balance employee needs with business priorities
- High ownership and accountability

Compensation (Indicative)

- Competitive, aligned with mid-sized firms and role scope
- May include a performance-linked componentRole & responsibilities

Preferred candidate profile

📌 Head Human Resource (Mumbai)
🏢 Mangalam Placement
📍 Mumbai