Job Description
For one of our client in the Higher Education Sector :
Conceptualize the HR Strategy in alignment with business direction
• Formulate HR policies & practices that build a positive work environment in line with local laws and regulations
• Promote an organization culture that supports the overall HR strategy and company values
• Formulate and Lead performance management & rewards, learning & development, talent management and operations as per business requirements
• Institutionalise a performance culture by focusing on goal setting, timely performance reviews and feedback
• Ensure that the Local HR team adheres to the Performance Management Cycle and timelines
Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning
• Lead end-to-end recruitment of academic (full-time and adjunct faculty) and functional staff.
• Partner with academic leadership to forecast talent needs and build strategic hiring pipelines.
• Own and optimize the TA strategy to ensure hiring quality, time efficiency, and a world-class candidate experience.
HR Operations, Compliance & Payroll
• Ensure compliance with labor laws, especially for remote/global faculty employment.
• Collaborate with finance, legal, and payroll teams for seamless and timely payroll execution.
• Maintain a centralized repository of contracts, documentation, and HR policies.
Creation of HR scorecard and ensure achievement of the performance measures against the targets
• Set the HR performance targets in line with the global HR scorecard and establish the measurement criteria for the same
• Check the progress against the scorecard at regular intervals and modify targets and criteria for evaluation in the event of any unforeseen changes in the market conditions
Qualifications & Skills:
• 15 -25 years of experience across HRBP, Talent Acquisition, and HR Operations.
• Proven exposure to educational, research, or global academic environments is a plus.
• Excellent communication, program management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• In-depth knowledge of labor laws and compliance, especially in multi-location and cross-border contexts.
• Self-driven, agile, and capable of thriving in a fast-paced startup-like environment.
Conceptualize the HR Strategy in alignment with business direction
• Formulate HR policies & practices that build a positive work environment in line with local laws and regulations
• Promote an organization culture that supports the overall HR strategy and company values
• Formulate and Lead performance management & rewards, learning & development, talent management and operations as per business requirements
• Institutionalise a performance culture by focusing on goal setting, timely performance reviews and feedback
• Ensure that the Local HR team adheres to the Performance Management Cycle and timelines
Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning
• Lead end-to-end recruitment of academic (full-time and adjunct faculty) and functional staff.
• Partner with academic leadership to forecast talent needs and build strategic hiring pipelines.
• Own and optimize the TA strategy to ensure hiring quality, time efficiency, and a world-class candidate experience.
HR Operations, Compliance & Payroll
• Ensure compliance with labor laws, especially for remote/global faculty employment.
• Collaborate with finance, legal, and payroll teams for seamless and timely payroll execution.
• Maintain a centralized repository of contracts, documentation, and HR policies.
Creation of HR scorecard and ensure achievement of the performance measures against the targets
• Set the HR performance targets in line with the global HR scorecard and establish the measurement criteria for the same
• Check the progress against the scorecard at regular intervals and modify targets and criteria for evaluation in the event of any unforeseen changes in the market conditions
Qualifications & Skills:
• 15 -25 years of experience across HRBP, Talent Acquisition, and HR Operations.
• Proven exposure to educational, research, or global academic environments is a plus.
• Excellent communication, program management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• In-depth knowledge of labor laws and compliance, especially in multi-location and cross-border contexts.
• Self-driven, agile, and capable of thriving in a fast-paced startup-like environment.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The HR Head | For one of our client in the Higher Education Sector position is now open for candidates interested in the Human Resource (HR) Jobs sector. This role in Ahmedabad offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Human Resource (HR) Jobs is a plus.
