HR Manager – People & Operations (India)

HR Manager – People & Operations HR 6-10 Years Full Time Gurgaon Role Overview As the HR Manager – People & Operations, you’ll be the primary HR and administrative leader for our Gurugram office, reporting directly to the leadership team. You will own all people-related processes — hiring, onboarding, compliance, performance management, engagement, and exits — while also managing a HR executive and ensuring day-to-day discipline, punctuality, and office upkeep. You must be assertive, structured, and hands-on. Key Responsibilities People Operations • Enforce attendance, punctuality, and code of conduct policies across the team • Manage the full employee lifecycle: hiring, onboarding, confirmations, appraisals, exits • Own and refine HR policies, grievance redressal, and compliance tracking (e.g., PF, ESI, leaves) • Run monthly payroll inputs, performance records, and HR MIS reporting • Conduct 1:1s, issue warnings, or initiate disciplinary actions where necessary • Coach the HR executive and delegate operational tasks appropriately Office & Admin Oversight • Act as the on-ground leader at the Gurugram office — handle space, attendance, vendor coordination, and visitor management • Coordinate with the central admin/finance teams for procurement, utilities, and events • Ensure office upkeep, security, and logistics for daily operations Culture & Engagement • Organize team events, birthday/occasion celebrations, and internal communication drives • Build positive energy and structure across the team, balancing empathy and discipline • Promote a culture of professionalism, accountability, and alignment with company values Requirements Must-Have: • 6–10 years of HR generalist experience, with at least 2 years managing people or office ops • Proven ability to enforce discipline and resolve conflicts constructively • Experience with HR software (Keka), payroll coordination, and compliance • Strong communication (English + Hindi), documentation, and interpersonal skills • Ability to work independently without daily supervision or leadership presence on-site Good to Have: • Prior experience in a SaaS, tech startup, or high-growth company • Familiarity with Gurugram-based vendors, labor regulations, or co-working operations • Comfort with multi-location coordination and cross-functional communication What We Offer • High autonomy and visibility in a leadership-aligned role • Chance to shape the company’s people culture as we scale • Exposure to both strategic HR and daily operations • Competitive compensation, team bonus eligibility, and long-term role growth • Dynamic team with a focus on ownership, performance, and respect