Senior Manager/Associate Vice President - Corporate Human Resources - Startup/IT (10-19 yrs)

Position Title: Sr. Manager / AVP Corporate HR

Location: Gurgaon (Work from Office)

Experience Required: 10+ years

Industry Preference: Start-up ecosystem / IT

Function: Corporate HR

Work Type: Full-time, On-site

About the Role:

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic HR leader to join our Corporate HR team as Sr. Manager / AVP Corporate HR. This individual will play a pivotal role in designing and implementing HR strategies aligned with business goals, driving performance management, leading digital HR transformation initiatives, and closely partnering with the CEO on organization-wide priorities.

Key Responsibilities:

HR Strategy & Planning:

- Develop and execute HR strategies that align with organizational objectives, business growth, and people-first culture.

CEO HR Partnering:

- Work closely with the CEO and leadership team on strategic HR initiatives, org design, workforce planning, leadership hiring, and succession planning.

Performance Management (PMS):

- Design, implement, and manage end-to-end performance management systems including OKRs, KPIs, appraisal frameworks, and continuous feedback models.

Digital Transformation in HR:

- Lead and champion HR digital initiativesHRIS implementation, automation of HR processes, and leveraging analytics for decision-making.

Culture Building & Change Management:

- Drive cultural initiatives, employee engagement, and change management programs especially in fast-paced, high-growth environments.

HR Policies & Governance:

- Create and govern HR policies, ensure compliance, and enable HR operations excellence.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

- Experience: 10+ years in core HR roles, with strong exposure to Corporate HR, preferably in start-ups or IT/Tech organizations.

- Strategic Mindset: Strong understanding of HR as a business enabler; experience in scaling HR practices in growing companies.

- Stakeholder Management: Ability to work directly with C-level executives and drive cross-functional initiatives.

- Digital Savvy: Experience in implementing or managing HR Tech tools like SAP SuccessFactors, Darwinbox, etc.

- Education: MBA/PGDM in HR or equivalent from a reputed institute is preferred.