Assistant Manager – HR

Sweco; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Sweco in Bengaluru is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager - HR to independently manage HR functions and the Bangalore office operations. The role covers employee lifecycle, end-to-end recruitment, HR operations, engagement, and overall office management. Ideal candidate is proactive, well-organized and capable of ownership.

The role requires hands-on HR experience, strong communication and stakeholder management skills, and the ability to work autonomously in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in HR, Business Administration or a related field.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and stakeholder-management skills.
• Hands-on, proactive and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment and onboarding.
• Oversee the complete employee lifecycle including onboarding, induction, confirmation, performance management, engagement and exits.
• Serve as primary HR contact for employees and managers; address queries and workplace concerns.
• Take ownership of Bangalore office facilities and day-to-day operations.
• Maintain HR reports and dashboards for headcount, recruitment, attrition and movements.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Ownership

Education

Master's degree in HR or related field

Job description

We are looking for an experienced and hands‑on Assistant Manager - HR to independently manage the HR functions and overall office operations for our Bangalore location.

The role will be responsible for the complete employee lifecycle, end-to-end recruitment, HR operations, employee engagement, and overall management of the Bangalore office. The ideal candidate should be proactive, well‑organized, and capable of taking complete ownership of the role.

Key Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition

• Manage end-to-end recruitment, from understanding manpower requirements and sourcing to selection, offer management, and onboarding.
• Coordinate with hiring managers and ensure timely closure of positions.
• Manage job portals, LinkedIn, employee referrals, consultants, and other sourcing channels.

Employee Lifecycle & HR Operations

• Manage the complete employee lifecycle including onboarding, induction, confirmation, performance management, employee engagement, and exits.
• Act as the primary HR point of contact for employees and managers.
• Address employee queries, grievances, and workplace concerns.

Employee Engagement & Performance

• Drive employee engagement initiatives and promote a positive workplace culture.
• Coordinate performance appraisal processes and support managers on employee performance, development, and retention.

Facility Management & Administration

• Take overall ownership of the Bangalore office and its day-to-day functioning.
• Manage office facilities, seating arrangements, and other administrative requirements.
• Ensure a professional, safe, efficient, and employee-friendly workplace.

Management & Reporting

• Maintain HR reports and dashboards covering headcount, recruitment, attrition, and employee movements.
• Provide regular HR and office administration updates to management.

Desired Profile

• Strong communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Hands‑on, proactive, organized, and capable of working independently.
• Master's degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Key Attributes: Ownership | Proactive Approach | Employee Focus | Problem Solving | Strong Communication | Multitasking