KC Overseas Education is currently seeking a Vice President - People to join our growing team and take charge of this strategic position to execute the growth plans of the organization.

 

As the Vice President - People, you will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive people strategy that aligns with the company's mission, values, and business objectives. You will oversee all aspects of human resources, talent management, and organizational development, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will be a key member of the leadership team, contributing to strategic decision-making and driving the company's growth.

 

Key Responsibilities

1. People Strategy and Leadership:

• Develop and execute the company's overall people strategy, including recruitment, talent management, performance evaluation, succession planning, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Partner with the leadership team to align the people strategy with the business strategy and goals.
• Provide strategic guidance and support to managers and employees on people-related matters.
• Foster a positive work environment that reflects the company's culture and values.
• Lead and develop a high-performing HR team, promoting a culture of continuous learning and growth.

 

2. Talent Acquisition and Management:

• Design and implement effective recruitment and selection strategies to attract top talent.
• Analyse the manpower requirement and accordingly plan for the recruitment. Ensure the recruitment is complete within set timeframe and qualitative candidates are recruited
• Tie-ups with A-Grade institutions for campus recruitment.
• Oversee the talent management lifecycle, including onboarding, training and development, performance management, and retention.
• Collaborate with managers to identify talent gaps and develop proactive strategies for talent acquisition and development.

 

3. Performance and Culture:

• Develop and implement performance management systems, processes, and tools to drive accountability and high performance across the organization.
• Do succession planning across all the business units.
• Lead the development of department goals, objectives, and systems. Provide leadership for Human Resources strategic planning.
• Foster a culture of continuous feedback, learning, and development.
• Develop targets and bonus plans for team as well individuals across functions and implement performance bonus schemes.

 

4. Organizational Development:

• Drive organizational change initiatives, ensuring effective communication, engagement, and support throughout the process.
• Assess and enhance organizational structure, roles, and responsibilities to support business objectives.
• Identify and address skill gaps and development needs within the organization.
• Drive employee development programs, including training, mentoring, and career development opportunities.

 

5. Compensation and Benefits:

• Collaborate with the leadership team and finance department to design and administer competitive compensation and benefits programs that attract and retain top talent.
• Conduct regular market analysis to ensure the company's compensation packages remain competitive and aligned with industry standards.
• Monitor and manage employee benefit programs, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and industry trends.

 

6. Employee Relations and Communications:

• Develop and implement effective employee communication strategies to ensure transparent and timely information flow throughout the organization.
• Oversee the resolution of employee grievances and conflicts, ensuring fair and consistent outcomes.

 

 

 

 

7. Employee Engagement and Well-being:

• Develop and implement initiatives to enhance employee engagement, satisfaction, and well-being.
• Implement programs and policies that support work-life balance, employee recognition, and employee retention.

 

8. HR Analytics and Reporting:

• Establish and analyze key HR metrics and data to inform decision-making and drive continuous improvement.
• Utilize data-driven insights to identify areas for improvement and develop strategies to enhance organizational effectiveness.

 

9. Compliance and Risk Management:

• Stay updated on relevant employment laws, regulations, and industry best practices.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures to mitigate HR-related risks and maintain a safe and inclusive work environment.

Key Skills

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with command over spoken and written English as well as the local language
• Outstanding interpersonal relationship building and employee coaching skills.
• General knowledge of various employment laws and practices
• Experience in the administration of benefits and compensation programs, incentive planning, appraisal system, defining hierarchy and other Human Resources recognition and engagement programs and processes.
• Excellent problem resolution skills and logical thinking
• Result-oriented
• Commercially astute
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality

 

Qualification and Experience

• Post-Graduate in Business Management (Specialization in HR preferred)
• 12-15 years of experience in HR functions
• Minimum 5 years of experience in team management

What’s on the plate for you? 

• Working with happy & brilliant minds 
• Extremely challenging & engaging work 
• Be part of the fastest growing tech-companies in India 
• Fun-filled work environment 
• Great compensation with employee benefits for self + family