Human Resource Manager

Job Title: HR Manager
Location: D Y Patil University, Ambi, Talegaon
Department: Human Resources
Type: Full-Time

Job Summary:

The HR Manager will be responsible for leading and managing the universitys human resource functions, ensuring strategic alignment with institutional goals. The role involves overseeing recruitment, performance management, employee engagement, training & development, HR compliance, and policy implementation for both academic and non-academic staff.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic HR Planning:
Develop and execute HR strategies that align with the university's academic mission and growth objectives.

Recruitment & Onboarding:
Lead the hiring process for faculty, administrative, and support staff including job postings, interviews, selection, and onboarding.

Employee Relations:
Serve as a key point of contact for employee concerns, disciplinary matters, and conflict resolution, ensuring a healthy and compliant work environment.

Performance Management:
Implement and oversee performance appraisal systems for academic and non-academic staff; support HODs and department heads in performance evaluation processes.

Policy Development & Compliance:
Ensure compliance with university regulations and labour laws. Develop, revise, and implement HR policies and SOPs.

Training & Development:
Identify training needs and coordinate programs for staff development, faculty enrichment, and leadership training.

Payroll & Benefits Administration:
Coordinate with finance for accurate payroll processing, leave management, and statutory benefits administration (PF, Gratuity, ESI, etc.).

HRMIS and Documentation:
Maintain up-to-date digital and physical HR records; ensure data integrity in HR software systems.

Staff Welfare & Engagement:
Plan and execute employee engagement initiatives, wellness programs, and grievance redressal mechanisms.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Master’s degree in Human Resources / Business Administration / or related field.
• Minimum 7–10 years of progressive HR experience; at least 3 years in an academic or higher education setup is preferred.
• Knowledge of UGC/AICTE/NAAC/NIRF and other statutory bodies' HR compliance requirements.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in HRMS/HRIS tools and MS Office Suite.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

Preferred Attributes:

• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with academic staffing requirements.
• Expertise in HRMS, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage HR audits smoothly.
• Experience in faculty recruitment and academic staffing procedures.
• Familiarity with ERP-based university management systems.
• Capability to work in a fast-paced, multicultural academic environment.
• Conflict management and negotiation skills.