The Head of HR & Administration will lead the HR and administrative functions for the India office, ensuring alignment with corporate strategies and compliance with local labor laws. The role requires a strategic leader with extensive experience in full-spectrum HR, including talent management, employee relations, performance management, and compliance. The ideal candidate is a certified HR qualified with a strong technical background (IT,ITES, Cybersecurity) exceptional leadership skills, and experience in managing complex HR operations within a multinational or diversified manufacturing group.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic HR Leadership

•Serve as a strategic partner to the leadership team on all people-related matters.

•Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business objectives and global HR policies.

•Partner with senior leaders on workforce planning, talent pipelines, and succession planning.

•Drive change management initiatives and foster a culture of innovation and accountability.

2. Performance Management & Talent Development

•Design and roll out a transparent, fair, and effective performance evaluation framework.

•Train managers and employees on goal setting, continuous feedback, and appraisal processes.

•Use performance data to support talent development, recognition, and career progression.

•Implement leadership and management development programs in collaboration with L&D; teams.

3. HR Policy Development & Compliance

•Draft, update, and implement HR policies in line with best practices and local labour laws.

•Ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements.





•Communicate policies effectively and ensure consistent application across the organization.

4. Recruitment & Onboarding

•Lead end-to-end recruitment for leadership and critical roles, ensuring diverse and top-quality talent acquisition.

•Manage employer branding strategies to attract the best talent.

•Oversee the design and execution of an engaging onboarding experience to accelerate new hire integration.

•Coordinate visa and relocation processes for international hires as required.

5. Employee Relations & Culture Building

•Act as the primary point of contact for employee relations, grievances, and conflict resolution.

•Drive initiatives that promote a positive, inclusive, and high-performance culture.

•Implement engagement programs to improve retention and overall employee experience.

•Serve as a cultural ambassador ensuring alignment with organizational values.

6. Compensation & Benefits Administration

•Manage the compensation and benefits framework to ensure competitiveness and internal equity.

•Conduct annual salary surveys and recommend adjustments aligned with market trends.

•Oversee payroll inputs and compliance in collaboration with Finance.

7. HR Operations & Systems





•Ensure efficient HR operations including contracts, records, HRIS, and reporting.

•Leverage HR analytics to provide insights on workforce trends and business decisions.

8. Organizational Development & Change Management

•Champion organizational development strategies, including structure design and workforce optimization.

•Lead initiatives that support diversity, inclusion, employee well-being, and engagement.

•Manage change management processes to ensure smooth business transitions.

Qualifications & Experience:

•Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

•15+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 8-9 years in a leadership role.

•Strong knowledge of labour laws, compliance requirements, and HR best practices.

•Proven experience in strategic HR planning, talent management, and organizational development.

•Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

•Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

•Experience in an international or multicultural organization is highly preferred.

Key Competencies:

•Strategic Thinking & Business Acumen

•Change Management & Organizational Agility

•Strong leadership and people management skills.

•Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal abilities.

•Proven expertise in HR strategy, compliance, and employee relations.

•Ability to influence stakeholders and drive organizational change.

•Proficiency in HRIS systems and HR analytics.

📌 Chief Human Resources Officer (Delhi)
🏢 CAPEON
📍 Delhi