Lead HR

Job Title: Lead HR

Experience: 5-8 Years

Salary: 5 LPA - 8 LPA

Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Employment Type: Full-Time

Work Mode: Work From Office (WFO)

Job Overview

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Lead HR to manage and oversee end-to-end Human Resources functions. The ideal candidate should have strong knowledge of HR operations, talent acquisition, employee engagement, performance management, payroll coordination, and statutory compliance.

The candidate will be responsible for implementing HR policies, improving employee experience, managing HR processes, and supporting organizational growth.

Key Responsibilities

1. Talent Acquisition & Recruitment

- Manage end-to-end recruitment across various departments.
- Coordinate with hiring managers to understand manpower requirements.
- Develop effective sourcing strategies and maintain a strong candidate pipeline.
- Oversee interview scheduling, candidate evaluation, offer negotiations, and onboarding.

2. HR Operations & Administration

- Manage day-to-day HR operations and employee lifecycle activities.
- Maintain employee records, HR documentation, and HR databases.
- Handle joining formalities, employee confirmations, transfers, and exit processes.
- Ensure smooth execution of HR policies and procedures.

3. Payroll & Statutory Compliance

- Coordinate monthly payroll processing and salary-related activities.
- Ensure compliance with applicable labour laws and statutory requirements.
- Manage PF, ESI, gratuity, professional tax, and other statutory requirements.
- Maintain attendance, leave, and employee compensation records.

4. Employee Engagement & Relations





- Plan and execute employee engagement initiatives and activities.
- Address employee grievances and workplace concerns.
- Improve employee satisfaction, retention, and workplace culture.
- Handle disciplinary matters and support conflict resolution.

5. Performance Management & Development

- Coordinate performance appraisal and evaluation processes.
- Support goal setting, KPI tracking, and performance reviews.
- Identify employee training and development requirements.
- Assist in succession planning and employee development initiatives.

6. HR Strategy & Team Management

- Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business objectives.
- Monitor HR metrics such as attrition, employee retention, and recruitment turnaround time.
- Lead and guide the HR team in daily activities.
- Prepare HR reports and provide regular updates to management.

Mandatory Skills & Requirements

- 58 years of experience in Human Resource Management.
- Strong knowledge of end-to-end HR operations.
- Experience in handling recruitment and talent acquisition.
- Good understanding of payroll, PF, ESI, and statutory compliance.
- Experience in employee engagement and performance management.
- Knowledge of labour laws and HR policies.
- Solid communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
- Proficiency in MS Excel and HRMS tools.

Preferred Qualifications

- MBA / PGDM in Human Resource Management or MSW (HRM).
- Experience in independently managing HR functions.
- Prior experience in leading or supervising an HR team.

Key Competencies

- Leadership and team management
- Problem-solving and decision-making
- Employee relationship management
- Communication and negotiation
- Strategic HR planning
- Confidentiality and professionalism

📌 Human Resource Lead (Chennai)
🏢 Orange I Advisors
📍 Chennai