Assistant Manager - HR

CIEL HR; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,400,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

CIEL HR in Pune is seeking an experienced Talent Acquisition and HR professional to lead end-to-end recruiting for plant and support functions, coordinate manpower planning, source, screen, interview, negotiate offers, and onboard candidates. The role covers core HR operations, employee lifecycle management, performance management, and learning and development, plus employee engagement and HR compliance.

You will partner with department heads to ensure statutory compliance and a smooth,

Qualifications

• MBA/MSW in Human Resources or equivalent qualification.
• 7+ years of experience in HR, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong hands-on experience in Core HR, Recruitment, Performance Management, and Training & Development.
• Good knowledge of labour laws and statutory compliance.
• Proficient in MS Office and HRMS/ERP systems.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Talent Acquisition: Manage end-to-end recruitment for plant and support functions; coordinate manpower planning with department heads; source, screen, interview, negotiate offers, and onboard candidates; ensure timely hiring and a smooth candidate experience.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Stakeholder management

Organizational skills

Education

MBA/MSW in Human Resources or equivalent qualification

Tools

MS Office

HRMS/ERP systems

Job description

Talent Acquisition

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for plant and support functions.
• Coordinate manpower planning with department heads.
• Source, screen, interview, negotiate offers, and onboard candidates.
• Ensure timely hiring and a smooth candidate experience.

Core HR Operations

• Manage the complete employee lifecycle from onboarding to exit.
• Maintain employee records, HR documentation, and HRMS.
• Implement HR policies, SOPs, and employee welfare initiatives.
• Ensure statutory compliance and HR process adherence.

Performance Management

• Drive the Performance Management System (PMS), including goal setting, mid-year and annual performance reviews.
• Coordinate appraisal cycles and performance calibration.
• Support managers in employee development and performance improvement initiatives.

Learning & Development

• Identify training needs through performance reviews and competency mapping.
• Organize technical, behavioral, and leadership training programs.
• Monitor training effectiveness and maintain training records.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and employee development.

Employee Engagement

• Plan and execute employee engagement and recognition programs.
• Handle employee grievances and promote a positive work environment.
• Support employee retention initiatives.

HR Compliance & MIS

• Ensure compliance with labour laws and company HR policies.
• Prepare monthly HR reports, dashboards, and MIS.
• Support HR audits and maintain statutory documentation.

Desired Candidate Profile

• MBA/MSW in Human Resources or equivalent qualification.
• 7+ years of experience in HR, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong hands-on experience in Core HR, Recruitment, Performance Management, and Training & Development.
• Good knowledge of labour laws and statutory compliance.
• Proficient in MS Office and HRMS/ERP systems.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.