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Posted on May 20, 2025

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Job Title: Vice President – Human Resource Location: Preferred Hyderabad (Additional: Bangalore or Delhi) Reports To: Chief Executive Officer <div align="center" style="text-align:center"> <hr align="center" size="0" width="100%" /></div> About Excelra: Excelra is a data engineering and analytics company that transforms life sciences data into actionable insights for R&D clients. Our edge lies in the seamless integration of data, deep domain expertise, and advanced data engineering. We empower life sciences organizations by harmonizing vast, unstructured data, leveraging AI/ML-driven analytics, and enabling data-driven decision-making. As an end-to-end solutions provider, Excelra accelerates drug development by breaking down data silos and integrating insights across Omics, Clinical Trials, and Real-World Evidence (RWE). Over the past 17 years, we have partnered with over 150 clients, including 15 of the top 20 global pharmaceutical companies. <div align="center" style="text-align:center"> <hr align="center" size="2" width="100%" /></div> Position Overview: The Vice President - HR will serve as a strategic leader, driving Excelra’s global people strategy. This role requires a dynamic HR professional with deep expertise in talent strategy, culture-building, and HR innovation within fast-paced, knowledge-driven industries such as life sciences, data analytics, and technology. The VP-HR will work closely with the executive leadership team to foster a high-performance, inclusive, and agile workforce that aligns with Excelra’s mission and growth trajectory. <div align="center" style="text-align:center"> <hr align="center" size="2" width="100%" /></div> Key Responsibilities: 1. Strategic HR Leadership: <ul> <li style="text-align:justify">Develop and execute a global HR strategy aligned with Excelra’s business objectives and scientific mission.</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Partner with executive leadership to drive workforce planning, succession strategies, and organizational development.</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Enhance HR’s role as a key business enabler by aligning people initiatives with Excelra’s rapid growth and market expansion.</li> </ul> 2. Talent Acquisition & Management: <ul> <li style="text-align:justify">Oversee recruitment strategies to attract, develop, and retain top talent in life sciences, data analytics, and technology.</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Implement robust talent development frameworks, including career progression, mentorship, and leadership development programs.</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Optimize performance management processes to foster a culture of continuous feedback and high performance.</li> </ul> 3. Culture & Employee Engagement: <ul> <li style="text-align:justify">Champion Excelra’s core values—Trust, Transparency, Teamwork, Integrity and Commitment—to cultivate a dynamic and inclusive workplace.</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Lead initiatives to enhance employee engagement, satisfaction, and retention, ensuring Excelra remains an employer of choice.</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Foster a growth-oriented mindset that empowers employees to take ownership of their professional development.</li> </ul> 4. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI): <ul> <li style="text-align:justify">Develop and implement DEI strategies that align with Excelra’s global workforce and commitment to inclusive excellence.</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Drive initiatives that promote a diverse talent pipeline, equitable career advancement, and an inclusive workplace culture.</li> </ul> 5. HR Operations & Compliance: <ul> <li style="text-align:justify">Oversee compensation, benefits, HR systems (HRIS), and multi-jurisdictional employment compliance.</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Implement data-driven HR analytics to track key metrics, measure workforce trends, and drive decision-making.</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Ensure HR policies align with global best practices while being adaptable to local regulations and business needs.</li> </ul> 6. Innovation & Change Management: <ul> <li style="text-align:justify">Leverage HR technologies and industry best practices to optimize HR operations and enhance employee experience.</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Lead change management initiatives that support Excelra’s evolving business model, scaling operations in response to industry demands.</li> </ul> <div align="center" style="text-align:center"> <hr align="center" size="2" width="100%" /></div> Qualifications & Experience: Education: <ul> <li style="text-align:justify">Master’s degree (MBA/HR) preferred.</li> </ul> Experience: <ul> <li style="text-align:justify">12-15+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, ideally in life sciences, biotechnology, data analytics, or technology-driven industries.</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Proven ability to develop and execute strategic HR initiatives in fast-growing, global organizations.</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Expertise in talent strategy, performance management, and organizational development.</li> </ul> Preferred Skills: <ul> <li style="text-align:justify">Strong strategic and analytical thinking with a track record of aligning HR with business goals.</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Hands-on experience with HR technology systems, workforce analytics, and digital transformation in HR.</li> <li style="text-align:justify">Comprehensive understanding of employment laws, labor compliance, and HR best practices across multiple geographies.</li> </ul> <div align="center" style="text-align:center"> <hr align="center" size="2" width="100%" /></div> What We Offer: <ul> <li style="text-align:justify">A leadership role at the forefront of digital transformation in life sciences.</li> <li style="text-align:justify">The opportunity to shape and scale HR strategy in a high-impact, innovation-driven organization.</li> <li style="text-align:justify">A chance to engage with top global pharmaceutical and biotech companies.</li> <li style="text-align:justify">A collaborative, fast-paced work environment that values expertise, creativity, and people-centric leadership</li> </ul>

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