HEAD HR FOR STEEL MANUFACTURING - RANCHI , JHARKHAND

Jobitus; Jharkhand; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobitus is seeking a Head of HR to lead the human resources function, shaping strategy and executing talent initiatives across the organization. The role partners with executive leadership to drive performance, engagement, and scalable people operations.

You will oversee HRIS, payroll, analytics, and governance, ensuring legal compliance and a high-performing work culture across the company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, business, or related field.
• 11+ years HR experience with leadership exposure.
• Strong knowledge of local labor laws and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the organization’s HR strategy aligned with business goals.
• Oversee talent acquisition, executive hiring, and workforce planning.
• Foster a diverse, inclusive culture and employee wellbeing.
• Design performance, succession, and L&D programs.
• Manage compensation, benefits, and cost efficiency.
• Ensure payroll, HR policies, and records comply with laws.

Skills

Labor law expertise

Executive communication

Business acumen

Change management

People analytics

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's in HR/related field

MBA/MA in HR preferred

Tools

HRIS systems

Payroll software

Data analytics tools

Job description

Job Title: Head of HR (Human Resources Director)

• Department: Executive / Human Resources

• Reports to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) / Managing Director / Board of Directors

• Location: [Insert Location / Hybrid / On-site]

• Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Overview

The Head of HR is a senior executive leader responsible for shaping and executing the organization’s overall human capital strategy. You will bridge executive leadership and the workforce, driving performance, talent acquisition, leadership development, employee engagement, and a high-performing workplace culture. You oversee all HR operations and ensure full compliance with regional and national labor laws.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning: Partner with executive leadership to align workforce planning, organizational design, and people strategies with long-term business goals.
• Talent Acquisition & Planning: Oversee the end-to-end recruitment strategy, executive hiring, and workforce forecasting to attract and retain top-tier talent.
• Culture & Employee Relations: Foster a diverse, inclusive, and engaging work environment; resolve complex employee relations matters and champion workplace well-being.
• Performance & Talent Development: Design and manage performance appraisal systems, succession planning, and continuous learning and development (L&D) programs.
• Compensation & Benefits: Oversee competitive salary structures, incentive plans, and employee benefit programs to ensure market competitiveness and cost efficiency.
• Compliance & Governance: Ensure all HR policies, payroll processes, and employee records comply with applicable employment and labor legislation.
• HR Operations & Analytics: Manage HR Information Systems (HRIS), track key performance indicators (KPIs) and workforce metrics, and report insights to the board or CEO.
• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and scale the internal HR and talent team.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; a Master’s degree (MBA or MA in HR) is strongly preferred.

• Experience:
  • Minimum of 8–12 years of progressive HR experience.
  • At least 5 years in a senior leadership or management role. CIPD are a strong plus.

• Knowledge & Skills:
  • Deep expertise in local/national labor laws and employment regulations.
  • Strong business acumen, emotional intelligence, and executive communication skills.
  • Proficiency in HRIS platforms, payroll systems, and HR data analytics.
  • Proven track record in change management, conflict resolution, and organizational scaling