Head – Human Resources (HR)Meenakshi Sundararajan Group of Institutions (MSGI)

? Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Employment Type: Full-time

Workplace: On-site

About Meenakshi Sundararajan Group of InstitutionsMeenakshi Sundararajan Group of Institutions (MSGI) carries a distinguished educational legacy dating back to 1947, founded on the vision of the late Prof. K. R. Sundararajan, an eminent educationist who established the Indian Institute of Engineering Technology (IIET) in Chennai.

With multiple institutions spanning engineering, management and international schooling, MSGI is committed to building a professional, accountable and progressive institutional environment.

As we continue to strengthen our institutional systems and workforce management practices, we are looking for an experienced HR leader to head the Human Resources function across the Group.

About the RoleWe are seeking a capable, disciplined and experienced Head – Human Resources (HR) to lead and oversee HR operations across MSGI institutions.

The role involves managing the complete employee lifecycle, workforce planning, attendance and leave administration, employee discipline, recruitment, performance management, grievance redressal and statutory compliance.

The ideal candidate will possess strong administrative leadership, practical HR experience and the ability to establish structured, transparent and accountable HR systems across multiple institutions.

Preference will be given to Ex-Servicemen / Ex-Service personnel with relevant experience in HR, personnel administration or manpower management.

Key Responsibilities1. HR Operations & Administration

- Lead and supervise HR operations across all MSGI institutions.
- Maintain employee records, personal files, service records and HR documentation.
- Ensure consistent implementation of HR policies, procedures and institutional rules.
- Monitor staff deployment, manpower utilisation and workforce requirements.

2. Attendance, Leave & Employee Discipline

- Monitor faculty and staff attendance, leave, late-coming and permission records.
- Ensure timely follow-up on absenteeism and unauthorised absence.
- Implement disciplinary procedures and maintain counselling, warning and memo records.
- Coordinate with Principals, HODs and institutional heads on employee discipline.

3. Recruitment & Employee Lifecycle Management

- Coordinate manpower planning and recruitment requirements with department heads.
- Oversee interviews, candidate selection, background verification and appointment formalities.
- Ensure effective employee onboarding and induction.
- Monitor probation, confirmation, resignation, exit formalities and full-and-final settlement coordination.

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Performance Management & Appraisal

- Implement the annual performance appraisal system for teaching and non-teaching staff.
- Coordinate KPI setting, self-appraisals, reporting officer evaluations and management reviews.
- Monitor performance improvement plans and employee development.
- Coordinate increment, promotion and confirmation recommendations.

5. Employee Relations & Grievance Management

- Establish an effective employee grievance redressal mechanism.
- Address employee concerns fairly, confidentially and within appropriate timelines.
- Conduct counselling and disciplinary meetings wherever required.
- Promote a professional, respectful and accountable working environment.

6. Training & Employee Development

- Identify training and development requirements for faculty and non-teaching staff.
- Coordinate employee induction, orientation and mandatory training programmes.
- Support leadership development, employee engagement and welfare initiatives.
- Maintain training records and evaluate programme effectiveness.

7. Statutory Compliance & HR Documentation

- Ensure applicable labour law and statutory compliance in coordination with concerned departments and consultants.
- Monitor employee records, registers, notices and statutory documentation.
- Coordinate with management and external authorities during audits and inspections.
- Ensure confidentiality, accuracy and security of employee information.

8. HR Reporting & Management Coordination

- Prepare monthly HR reports covering manpower, attendance, leave, recruitment, attrition, grievances and appraisal status.
- Present HR performance indicators and critical issues to management.
- Coordinate with Principals, Deans, HODs, Administrative Heads and other institutional leaders.
- Recommend improvements in HR systems, policies and workforce productivity.

Candidate ProfilePreferred Background: Ex-Servicemen / Ex-Service Personnel We particularly welcome applications from Ex-Servicemen / Ex-Service personnel with relevant experience in HR, personnel administration or manpower management.

Candidates should demonstrate practical experience in:

- Personnel administration and workforce management.
- Staff discipline, counselling and grievance handling.
- Manpower planning and deployment.
- Training, leadership and employee development.




- Administrative coordination and institutional operations.

Educational Qualifications

- MBA / Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management or Personnel Management preferred.
- Graduates with substantial and relevant HR experience may also be considered.

Professional Experience

- Preferably 8–15 years of overall professional experience.
- Minimum 5 years of relevant HR / Personnel Administration experience.
- Experience in managing multi-department or multi-unit HR operations will be an advantage.
- Experience in educational institutions, corporate organisations, manufacturing or service establishments is desirable.

Important: Military service experience alone will not be considered a substitute for HR experience. Candidates must demonstrate practical exposure to HR operations, employee administration or personnel management. Essential Skills & Competencies

- Strong leadership and administrative capabilities.
- Sound knowledge of HR policies, systems and procedures.
- Employee discipline and conflict-resolution skills.
- Recruitment and performance appraisal management.
- Grievance handling and employee relations.
- Knowledge of applicable labour laws and statutory compliance.
- Excellent communication, coordination and reporting skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgement.
- Proficiency in MS Office and HR documentation systems.

Key Performance ExpectationsThe Head – HR will be evaluated on:
- Accuracy and timely completion of attendance and leave records.
- Recruitment turnaround time and manpower fulfilment.
- Timely completion of employee onboarding and exit formalities.
- Completion of annual performance appraisals within approved timelines.
- Effective grievance resolution.
- HR policy implementation and statutory compliance.
- Employee record accuracy and audit readiness.
- Timely submission of monthly HR reports.

What We Expect From the RoleThe Head – HR will play a critical role in establishing a structured, transparent and accountable HR ecosystem across MSGI institutions. The successful candidate will be expected to bring consistency to HR operations, strengthen institutional discipline, improve workforce administration and build a professional working setting that supports the Group's long-term institutional objectives.

How to ApplyInterested and eligible candidates are invited to apply through LinkedIn.

Candidates with relevant Ex-Servicemen / Ex-Service backgrounds and demonstrated HR or personnel administration experience are particularly encouraged to apply.

Join MSGI and contribute to building a professionally managed, accountable and progressive institutional workforce.

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