Are you an HR skilled who wants to go beyond routine HR operations?

We are looking for a Senior Executive – HR & Office of the COO who can combine strong HR execution with high-level business coordination.

This is a unique opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys being close to the business, people and leadership. You will manage core HR operations while also working closely with the COO's office to drive reviews, information flow, follow-ups and execution.

The role is approximately 70% HR Operations and 30% Office of the COO, giving you exposure to both people management and business operations.

If you are someone who takes ownership, follows through, communicates confidently and enjoys making things happen rather than simply maintaining processes, this could be a strong next step for you.

What You'll Do

1. Own Core HR Operations

You will be responsible for the day-to-day execution of key HR processes, including:

- Manage recruitment coordination for staff and supervisory positions.
- Source, screen and coordinate candidates with hiring managers.
- Drive joining formalities, documentation and employee induction.
- Maintain accurate employee records, organisation data and HRMS information.
- Manage attendance, leave and overtime records.
- Prepare and validate monthly payroll inputs and coordinate with Accounts/Payroll.
- Handle routine employee queries and support grievance resolution.
- Coordinate employee exits, clearance and full-and-final settlement inputs.
- Support employee engagement and communication initiatives.
- Support implementation of Job Descriptions, KPIs, escalation matrices and performance management processes.
- Identify opportunities to improve HR processes and employee experience.

2. Be the Execution Partner to the COO's Office This is where the role goes beyond conventional HR.

You will work closely with the COO on the operational governance and follow-through of the business.

Your responsibilities will include

- Manage the COO's calendar, meetings and day-to-day coordination.
- Coordinate weekly department-head reviews and monthly business/function reviews.




- Prepare meeting agendas and ensure relevant pre-reads and inputs are available.
- Capture key decisions, actions and commitments.
- Maintain a central action tracker and actively follow up with owners until closure.
- Consolidate updates and KPI information from functional heads into concise management briefs.
- Track key priorities, dependencies and pending actions.
- Coordinate with consultants, vendors and other external stakeholders.
- Ensure smooth information flow between the COO's office and key stakeholders.

Why This Role Is Different This isn't a conventional HR operations role.

You will get the opportunity to work at the intersection of:

People + HR + Business Operations + Leadership

You will see how business decisions are made, how functional leaders operate, how priorities are translated into action, and how strong execution drives business outcomes.

At the same time, you will build a strong foundation across HR operations, employee relations, performance processes and people practices.

It is therefore particularly suited to someone who sees HR as a business function, not just an administrative function.

What We're Looking For

You should have:

- 4–5 years of HR experience, including at least 2 years of hands-on HR generalist experience.
- Strong practical experience across recruitment, onboarding, attendance, leave and payroll inputs.
- Working knowledge of HR operations and performance management.
- Strong MS Excel skills and familiarity with HRMS/attendance systems.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Fluency in English, Malayalam and Hindi.
- A graduate degree; MBA/PG qualification in HR will be an advantage.

Your experience will stand out if you have:

- Experience in manufacturing, jewellery, gems, engineering or precision manufacturing.




- Experience working closely with a senior leader in an EA, executive coordination, business coordination or similar role.
- Exposure to KPI tracking, management reporting or performance management.
- Experience working with a diverse or multi-state workforce.

The Person We're Looking For More than qualifications, we are looking for someone who is:

Proactive – You don't wait to be told what needs to be done. You spot open items and take them to closure.

Organised – You can manage HR processes, leadership meetings, data, deadlines and follow-ups without losing the detail.

Business-minded – You are curious about how the business works and can connect people matters with operational priorities.

Confident & articulate – You can communicate comfortably with employees, functional heads, vendors and senior leadership.

Firm but diplomatic – You can follow up, challenge constructively and hold people accountable without creating unnecessary friction.

Discreet & trustworthy – You will have access to sensitive employee, compensation and leadership information and must handle it with complete confidentiality.

Hands-on – You are equally comfortable on the shop floor, working with employees and sitting in a leadership review.

What You Can Expect From This Role

This role offers an opportunity to:

- Work closely with the COO and business leadership.
- Gain exposure beyond traditional HR operations.
- Develop a strong understanding of business operations and leadership governance.
- Build experience across HR, employee relations, performance and business coordination.
- Take ownership of meaningful work in a hands-on, growing business environment.

Ready to take the next step? If you are an HR professional who wants to learn the business, work closely with leadership and make a visible impact, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply now with your updated CV.

Pay: ₹22,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Benefits

- Cell phone reimbursement
- Food provided
- Health insurance
- Leave encashment
- Paid sick time

Work Location: In person

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