Founding HR - AI based B2B Startup/ ESOP policy

PeopleGene; Delhi; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR firm in Delhi is seeking an experienced HR manager with at least 10 years in generalist roles, particularly in high-growth startups. This role involves managing the entire hiring process, creating ESOP policies, and ensuring compliance with Indian labor laws. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to drive employee engagement are key to this position. The ideal candidate should have a proven track record in independent HR management and building an employer brand.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in HR generalist roles, preferably in high growth startup.
• Strong experience in HR management and ESOP policy making.
• Solid understanding of Indian labour laws and statutory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end hiring process for leadership and other roles.
• Draft, implement, and continuously improve HR policies, SOPs, and manuals.
• Build a high value employer brand.

Skills

HR management

ESOP policy making

Indian labour laws understanding

Interpersonal skills

Performance appraisal

Job description

• Own the end-to-end hiring process for leadership and other roles.
• Formulate a comprehensive ESOP policy with vesting schedule and exercise guidelines.
• Build a high value employer brand.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws, factory acts, payroll, PF, ESIC, CLRA, Shops & Establishments, etc.
• Design and implement a structured performance appraisal framework aligned with company goals
• Drive goal-setting, mid-cycle reviews, and annual appraisal processes
• Work closely with leadership to ensure fair, data-driven performance evaluations
• Support managers in performance feedback, improvement plans, and career development discussions
• Own end-to-end monthly payroll management for employees
• Ensure payroll processes are fully compliant with statutory and company policies
• Draft, implement, and continuously improve HR policies, SOPs, and manuals
• Ensure policies are practical, compliant, and aligned with company culture
• Drive employee engagement initiatives across office and plant teams

Good to have:

• Prior 10+ years of experience in HR generalist roles, preferably in high growth startup.
• Strong experience in HR management and ESOP policy making.
• Solid understanding of Indian labour laws and statutory compliance
• Proven ability to independently manage the entire HR function
• Hands-on, execution-focused, and comfortable working in a fast-moving startup environment
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work across levels
• Prior experience setting up HR systems from scratch is a big plus