Head of Human Resources

Company Overview

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Job Summary

The Head of Human Resources will serve as a credible and trusted partner to the Founders and the leadership team. This role entails developing and executing the Human Capital strategy, addressing both short- and long-term human capital challenges while driving organizational effectiveness. The HR leader will bring a high level of ownership and bias for action to foster a people-centric impact within the company.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Founders and leadership team to achieve financial objectives by ensuring the availability of talent in key positions.
• Define and align the HR and people strategy and framework with the business aspirations and structure.
• Drive leadership team development and retention through talent reviews and performance evaluations, addressing underperformance as necessary.
• Build HR processes and systems to support company growth, including performance management programs and career development tools.
• Oversee compliance on people-related matters and implement technology for effective HR service delivery.
• Build, lead, and develop a high-caliber HR team, ensuring all HR personnel meet the demands of business growth.
• Embody and promote the organization’s culture as a visible and influential leader within the company.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 15-18 years in HR, with recent roles as Head of HR (Chief Human Resources Officer) in smaller setups or as an HR Business Partner in larger organizations.
• Industry Knowledge: Proven experience in Fintech, E-commerce, or Consumer Technology sectors. Experience managing product and technology talent is preferred, with some flexibility for candidates from Financial Services (especially lending).
• Leadership Skills: Demonstrated ability to break down strategies into actionable items, engage teams, and influence leadership decisions.
• Core Competencies: Strong execution focus with high bias for action, detail-oriented, adaptable, and capable of making prudent financial decisions.
• Team Development: Expertise in talent acquisition and development, with the ability to address underperformance effectively.
• Interpersonal Skills: High self-awareness, humility, integrity, and the ability to foster professional relationships throughout the organization.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in HR Metrics, KPI Analysis, Change Management, and HR Compliance.

Preferred Skills

• Exposure to companies recognized for best-in-class HR processes.
• Strong data-driven analytical skills, utilizing metrics for decision-making and performance evaluation.

Experience

• 15-18 years of experience in human resources, preferably with leadership experience in smaller organizations or within an HRBP role at a larger company.

Environment

This role is based in Mumbai and will report directly to the Founder.

Salary

Not specified.

Growth Opportunities

Opportunities for advancement within the organization as it continues to grow and expand its presence in the industry.

Benefits

Specific benefits offered are not detailed, but the company is expected to provide standard HR-related benefits aligned with its industry practices.