Company: College Guru

Location: Kochi, Kerala

Work Mode: Hybrid / On-site Visits as Required

Engagement Type: Freelance / Part-Time Consultant

Compensation: Based on Experience & Engagement (Consulting Fee)

About College Guru

College Guru is a career guidance and education services organization specializing in higher education admissions, counselling, and student career planning.

We are looking for an experienced HR Consultant to provide strategic HR guidance, strengthen HR systems, streamline organizational processes, and ensure statutory compliance.

The consultant will work closely with the management team to establish HR best practices, improve employee performance, and support the company's long-term growth and expansion.

Immediate Opening

Candidates with prior experience in the Education / EdTech industry are strongly preferred.

Professionals with experience in Digital Marketing, IT, or Recent Age Media industries will also be considered, provided they have strong HR consulting and strategic HR management experience.

Location Preference: Kochi-based candidates are strongly preferred, as the role requires periodic office visits and in-person discussions with the management team.

Key Responsibilities

- Evaluate, select, and oversee the implementation and optimization of HRMS (preferably greytHR).
- Develop, review, and implement HR policies, employee handbooks, and HR manuals.
- Design and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), HR systems, and business processes.
- Develop and implement KRA, KPI, and Performance Management Frameworks.
- Establish employee appraisal, recognition, reward, and career development frameworks.
- Guide recruitment strategy, workforce planning, and talent acquisition processes.
- Advise management on organizational development and succession planning.
- Ensure compliance with Labour Laws, PF, ESI, and other statutory requirements.
- Conduct monthly, quarterly, and annual HR audits and submit improvement reports.
- Design and deliver employee and leadership training programs.




- Recommend HR strategies to improve productivity, accountability, and employee engagement.
- Support management in preparing the organization for future expansion, investment readiness, and sustainable growth.

Requirements
- MBA in Human Resources or an equivalent qualification preferred.
- Minimum 10 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in strategic HR leadership or HR consulting.
- Strong preference for candidates with prior experience in the Education / EdTech industry.
- Experience working with educational institutions, EdTech companies, online education platforms, or education service organizations will be an added advantage.
- Proven experience in HRMS selection, implementation, and optimization.
- Demonstrated expertise in developing HR policies, HR manuals, SOPs, and organizational frameworks.
- Strong knowledge of Labour Laws, statutory compliance, PF, ESI, and HR governance.
- Experience in implementing performance management systems, including KRA/KPI frameworks.
- Excellent leadership, consulting, analytical, and communication skills.
- Experience in Digital Marketing, IT, or New Age Media industries will also be considered.

Engagement Details
- This is a Freelance / Visiting HR Consultant opportunity, not a full-time in-house position.
- The consultant will visit the office on mutually agreed schedules and provide strategic guidance to the management team.
- Remote consultation and periodic review meetings may be required based on business needs.
- Weekly online meetings may be conducted through Google Meet.
- Office visits may be required approximately 2–3 times a month, depending on business requirements.
- Consulting fees will be mutually discussed based on experience, expertise, and engagement requirements.

How to Apply Interested candidates with relevant experience are requested to share their updated resume.

Work Location: Kochi, Kerala (Hybrid – Remote consultation with scheduled in-person office visits).

Preferred Candidates: Kochi-based HR professionals, particularly those with Education / EdTech industry experience.

Pay: Up to ₹50,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

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