Head of People & Culture

Zoho; Coimbatore District; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Prognova in Coimbatore seeks an experienced Head – People & Culture to lead the HR function, shaping the people strategy and aligning initiatives with business goals. You will oversee Talent Acquisition, Employee Engagement, Performance, Learning & Development, Compensation & Benefits, and HR Operations to foster a high-performance, people-first culture.

The ideal candidate has 10–15 years of progressive HR experience, with IT services or BPO exposure, strong talent management, labour-law

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of progressive HR experience.
• Minimum 3–5 years in an HR leadership role.
• Experience in the IT Services or BPO industry is mandatory.
• Strong expertise in Talent Management, Organizational Development, Employee Engagement, and HR Operations.
• Proven experience managing large and diverse teams.
• In-depth knowledge of labour laws, statutory compliance, and HR best practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to influence senior leadership and drive organizational change.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the organization's People & Culture strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Lead all HR functions, including Talent Acquisition, Employee Engagement, Performance Management, Learning & Development, Compensation & Benefits, and HR Operations.
• Partner with business leaders to develop workforce planning and talent strategies.
• Build and foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performance organizational culture.
• Establish scalable HR policies, processes, and frameworks to support business growth.
• Drive leadership hiring, succession planning, and talent development initiatives.
• Design and implement employee engagement, recognition, and retention programs.
• Lead performance management and career development frameworks across the organization.
• Ensure compliance with labour laws, statutory regulations, and company policies.
• Manage employee relations, conflict resolution, and grievance handling effectively.
• Develop HR dashboards, reports, and analytics for data-driven decision-making.
• Promote continuous learning, innovation, accountability, and collaboration.

Skills

Talent Management

Organizational Development

Employee Engagement

HR Operations

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

MBA/PGDM in Human Resources or equivalent

Tools

HRMS

HR analytics

Digital HR tools

Job description

Coimbatore South, India | Posted on 06/16/2026

At Prognova, we specialise in optimising workforce potential through comprehensive global Recruitment and HR Management Solutions. We offer end-to-end recruitment services across both IT and Non-IT sectors, ensuring the right talent aligns seamlessly with your business goals. Our capabilities extend to agile workforce strategies, staff augmentation, and customised HR support to meet diverse organisational needs. Additionally, we provide curated corporate gifting solutions designed to enhance employee engagement and workplace culture.

With a focus on excellence and innovation, Prognova is your trusted partner in building productive, future-ready teams.

Job Title: Head – People & Culture (HR) Location: Coimbatore (On-site) Years of experience : 10–15 Years

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced and strategic Head – People & Culture to lead our HR function and build a high-performing, people-first organization. This role will be responsible for driving the overall people strategy, strengthening organizational culture, and aligning HR initiatives with business objectives. The ideal candidate should have strong leadership experience in the IT Services or BPO industry , with the ability to balance strategic planning and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute the organization's People & Culture strategy aligned with business objectives.

Lead all HR functions, including Talent Acquisition, Employee Engagement, Performance Management, Learning & Development, Compensation & Benefits, and HR Operations.

Partner with business leaders to develop workforce planning and talent strategies.

Build and foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performance organizational culture.

Establish scalable HR policies, processes, and frameworks to support business growth.

Drive leadership hiring, succession planning, and talent development initiatives.

Design and implement employee engagement, recognition, and retention programs.

Lead performance management and career development frameworks across the organization.

Ensure compliance with labour laws, statutory regulations, and company policies.

Manage employee relations, conflict resolution, and grievance handling effectively.

Develop HR dashboards, reports, and analytics for data-driven decision-making.

Promote continuous learning, innovation, accountability, and collaboration.

Key Requirements

10–15 years of progressive HR experience.

Minimum 3–5 years in an HR leadership or Head of HR role.

Experience in the IT Services or BPO industry is mandatory.

Strong expertise in Talent Management, Organizational Development, Employee Engagement, and HR Operations.

Proven experience managing large and diverse teams.

In-depth knowledge of labour laws, statutory compliance, and HR best practices.

Excellent leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to influence senior leadership and drive organizational change.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

MBA/PGDM in Human Resources or equivalent qualification is preferred.

HR certifications such as SHRM, HRCI, or similar will be an added advantage.

Experience leading HR transformation and organizational development initiatives.

Exposure to HRMS, HR analytics, and digital HR tools.