Position: Head – HR & Compliance

Location: Mumbai (Bombay)

Department: Human Resources

Experience: 6–7 Years

Employment Type: Full-Time

Reporting To: Management / Director

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and knowledgeable HR professional to lead HR operations, employee benefits, statutory compliance, and corporate HR functions at our Mumbai office. The ideal candidate should have strong knowledge of Indian labour laws, employee benefit structures, statutory regulations applicable to a limited company, and employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs).

The candidate will be responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable statutory requirements, developing effective HR policies, managing employee benefits, and supporting management in strategic HR decisions.

Key Responsibilities

1. HR Operations & Management

Oversee end-to-end HR operations, including recruitment, onboarding, employee engagement, performance management, and separation formalities. Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies, procedures, and employee handbooks.

Manage employee records, HR documentation, and personnel files.

Coordinate with department heads and senior management on workforce planning and HR-related matters.

1. Statutory & Labour Law Compliance

Ensure compliance with applicable Indian labour laws and employment regulations. Manage statutory compliance relating to Provident Fund (PF), Employee State Insurance (ESI), Professional Tax (PT), Labour Welfare Fund (LWF), gratuity, bonus, and other applicable statutory advantages.

Ensure timely filing of statutory returns, maintenance of registers, and completion of compliance documentation.

Coordinate with external consultants, auditors, and legal advisors for statutory audits and compliance reviews.

Monitor changes in labour laws and ensure timely implementation of applicable regulatory requirements.

Support compliance requirements applicable to the company's corporate structure and establishment.

1. Employee Benefits & Compensation Management

Design, review, and administer employee benefits and welfare programmes. Manage employee benefits such as group medical insurance, group personal accident insurance, term life insurance, leave benefits, gratuity, and other applicable benefits.

Oversee salary structures, CTC calculations, payroll coordination, deductions, reimbursements, and employee benefit administration.





Ensure appropriate documentation and communication of employee benefits and entitlements.

Review employee compensation structures to ensure alignment with company policies and applicable statutory requirements.

1. ESOP & Equity Compensation Knowledge

Possess a sound understanding of Employee Stock Option Plans (ESOPs), including their structure, eligibility, vesting schedules, exercise periods, and employee communication. Understand the key compliance, documentation, and governance requirements associated with ESOPs in the context of Indian companies.

Coordinate with the finance, legal, company secretarial, and external advisory teams for ESOP documentation, administration, and compliance.

Understand the basic tax implications of ESOPs for employees and the associated employer compliance considerations.

Assist management in implementing or administering employee incentive and long-term retention programmes, including ESOPs, where applicable.

1. Corporate Compliance & Governance

Coordinate with finance, legal, and company secretarial teams on employee-related statutory and corporate compliance matters. Maintain proper documentation for employment contracts, appointment letters, amendments, employee declarations, and separation records.

Support internal and external audits relating to HR, payroll, employee benefits, and statutory compliance.

Maintain confidentiality of employee information, compensation details, and sensitive company records.

Ensure HR processes are aligned with applicable corporate policies and regulatory requirements.

1. Employee Relations & Policy Implementation

Handle employee grievances, disciplinary matters, and workplace issues professionally. Support the implementation of the company's code of conduct, POSH policy, and related workplace policies.

Coordinate POSH compliance requirements, including Internal Committee administration and applicable reporting obligations.

Promote a professional, ethical, and compliant workplace culture.

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Management Reporting

Prepare periodic reports on employee strength, payroll costs, employee benefits, statutory compliance, attrition, and other HR metrics. Provide management with updates on HR risks, compliance matters, employee costs, and policy implementation.

Recommend improvements in HR systems, employee advantages, and compliance processes.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Commerce, or a related field.

MBA/PGDM in Human Resources or a relevant professional qualification will be preferred.

Minimum 6–7 years of relevant HR experience, preferably in a corporate or manufacturing organisation.

Strong working knowledge of Indian labour laws, statutory compliance, payroll, and employee benefits.

Practical understanding of ESOPs, equity-based compensation, or employee incentive schemes.

Experience coordinating with finance, legal, company secretarial teams, and external consultants.

Required Skills & Competencies

Strong knowledge of statutory compliance and employee benefits applicable in India.

Understanding of ESOPs and equity compensation structures.

Good knowledge of payroll, compensation and benefits, and HR policies.

Strong analytical, documentation, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to interpret statutory requirements and coordinate their implementation.

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.

High levels of integrity, confidentiality, and accountability.

Ability to work independently and interact effectively with senior management.

Preferred Candidate Profile

Experience working in a limited company or corporate environment.

Exposure to corporate governance and employee-related compliance.

Experience managing HR operations independently with minimal supervision.

Familiarity with HRMS, payroll systems, compliance trackers, and audit documentation.

Exposure to ESOP implementation, administration, or coordination with legal and company secretarial teams will be an advantage.

Key Expectations The selected candidate will be expected to independently manage HR operations and employee benefits at the Mumbai office, ensure applicable statutory compliance, maintain accurate HR documentation, and provide reliable HR and compliance support to management.

Work Location: In person

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