Associate Manager - Admin

Adani Group; Vidisha; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Adani Group is seeking a Lead – HR & Administration with 8-12 years of experience to manage HR and admin activities across functions. This strategic role involves partnering with business leaders on talent acquisition, performance management, and compliance while fostering a collaborative work culture.

The ideal candidate holds an MBA in HR and possesses deep expertise in various HR competencies. You will ensure effective people management practices align with Adani's values and objectives,

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of relevant experience in Human Resources and Administration.
• Experience working with senior stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of compliance and labor laws.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders for talent acquisition and workforce planning.
• Act as the primary HR point of contact for assigned business units.
• Drive goal-setting and performance management processes.
• Lead employee engagement initiatives and culture building.

Skills

Talent Acquisition

HR Business Partnering

Performance Management

Employee Engagement

HR Operations

Education

MBA / PGDM in Human Resources

Certifications in HR Analytics

Job description

Purpose/Objective

The Lead – HR & Administration will be responsible for managing end-to-end human resources and administration activities for assigned businesses/functions. The role will act as a strategic partner to business leaders while driving talent acquisition, employee engagement, performance management, HR operations, compliance, and administration excellence. The incumbent will ensure effective people management practices aligned with business objectives and Adani Group values.

Key Responsibilities of Role

• 1. Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning - Partner with business leaders to understand manpower requirements and workforce plans. - Drive end-to-end recruitment for critical and leadership positions within defined timelines. - Build talent pipelines through lateral hiring, referrals, campus recruitment, and diversity initiatives. - Monitor recruitment metrics and ensure achievement of hiring targets.
• 2. HR Business Partnering - Act as the primary HR point of contact for assigned business units. - Advise managers on people-related matters including workforce planning, performance, and employee engagement. - Support organizational restructuring, manpower budgeting, and talent deployment initiatives. - Ensure alignment of people strategies with business objectives.
• 3. Performance Management & Talent Development - Drive goal-setting, mid-year reviews, and annual performance management processes. - Facilitate talent review and succession planning discussions. - Identify capability gaps and coordinate learning & development interventions. - Support leadership development and high-potential employee programs.
• 4. Employee Engagement & Culture Building - Lead employee engagement initiatives to enhance employee experience. - Drive reward and recognition programs across the business. - Support diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. - Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and high performance.
• 5. HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle Management - Oversee onboarding, confirmation, promotion, transfer, and separation processes. - Ensure accuracy of employee records and HRMS transactions. - Coordinate payroll inputs, benefits administration, and policy implementation. - Drive continuous improvement in HR processes and employee services.
• 6. Compliance & Governance - Ensure adherence to company policies, labor laws, and statutory requirements. - Support internal audits and compliance reviews. - Maintain appropriate HR documentation and records. - Monitor implementation of HR governance standards across the business.
• 7. Employee Relations - Address employee grievances and workplace concerns in a timely manner. - Partner with managers to resolve employee relations issues. - Support disciplinary actions and corrective measures in line with company policies. - Promote positive employee relations and workplace harmony.
• 8. Administration & Facilities Management - Oversee administration operations including facilities, transport, security, housekeeping, and vendor management. - Ensure smooth functioning of office infrastructure and support services. - Manage administration budgets and monitor service-level performance. - Support workplace safety and employee well-being initiatives.

Technical Competencies

• Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning
• HR Business Partnering
• Performance Management & Talent Development
• Employee Engagement & Culture Building
• HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle Management

Qualifications and Experience

• Educational Qualification Essential - MBA / PGDM in Human Resources, Personnel Management, or equivalent.
• Certifications in HR Analytics, Labor Laws, Talent Management, or HR Business Partnering.
• Experience - 8-12 years of relevant experience in Human Resources and Administration.
• Experience in HRBP, Talent Acquisition, Employee Relations, HR Operations, and Talent Management.
• Exposure to large organizations, shared services, infrastructure, energy, manufacturing, logistics, or corporate environments preferred.
• Experience working with senior stakeholders and managing business HR requirements.