Group Chief Human Resources Officer (Group CHRO)

Company Overview

We are a leading FMCG conglomerate with a legacy spanning decades, headquartered in Patna, Bihar. With an annual revenue of ₹700 crore and a workforce of 3,000+ employees across production, distribution, and retail operations, we are committed to maintaining our market leadership through operational excellence, innovation, and people-centric practices.

Position Overview The Group CHRO will lead all human resources functions across the organization and will be a strategic business partner to the Board and C-suite. This role encompasses organizational development, talent management, compensation & benefits, employee relations, recruitment, training & development, and compliance. The Group CHRO will champion a high-performance culture aligned with our values and drive organizational transformation.

Key Responsibilities

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Strategic HR Leadership & Organizational Effectiveness

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Develop and execute multi-year HR strategy aligned with business objectives and organizational transformation roadmap.

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Build organizational capability through design of optimal structures, roles, and reporting lines; manage organizational change initiatives.

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Establish HR governance frameworks, policies, and standard operating procedures across all business units.

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Talent Acquisition & Retention

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Drive employer branding and recruitment strategy to attract top-tier talent for leadership and critical roles.

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Oversee succession planning for critical positions and develop high-potential talent pipelines.

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Implement retention strategies and drive employee engagement programs to reduce attrition.

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Compensation, Perks & Payroll

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Design and administer competitive compensation and benefits packages; conduct market benchmarking and salary reviews.

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Manage payroll operations, statutory compliance, and benefits administration across all locations.

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Performance Management & Learning Development

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Establish performance management systems and drive accountability culture; oversee performance reviews and ratings.

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Build organizational learning capability through training, capability development, and leadership coaching programs.

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Employee Relations & Culture

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Foster a positive, inclusive workplace culture reflecting company values; manage employee grievances and disciplinary matters.

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Lead employee engagement initiatives, internal communications, and team-building programs.

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Compliance & Risk Management

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Ensure compliance with all applicable labor laws, regulatory requirements (EPF, ESI, PF, gratuity, etc.) across operating states.

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Manage workplace safety, health, and wellness programs; conduct risk assessments and mitigation.

Required Qualifications

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Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; MBA/PGDM preferred.

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18+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, with minimum 5 years in a Group CHRO or Head of HR role.

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Proven experience in large, complex, multi-location organizations (preferably 2,000+ employees).

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Strong expertise in organizational strategy, change management, talent management, and employee relations.

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Deep knowledge of Indian labor laws, compliance, and statutory requirements.

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Proficiency in HRIS systems, analytics, and people data management.

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Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and strategic thinking capabilities.

Preferred Experience

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FMCG, consumer goods, or manufacturing sector experience.

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Exposure to family business or mid-market organizations.

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Digital HR transformation and technology implementation experience.

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Board-level or C-suite interaction and governance experience.

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CIPD, SHRM, or equivalent professional certification.

Key Competencies

Strategic thinking · Business acumen · Change management · People leadership · Emotional intelligence · Stakeholder engagement · Problem-solving · Integrity & ethics · Cultural sensitivity · Digital literacy

Reporting Structure & Location

Reports to: Managing Director / Chief Executive Officer

Primary Location: Patna, Bihar (with travel to other locations as required)

This is subject to review and updates at the discretion of the organization.

📌 Chief Human Resources Officer (Patna)
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