HR Branch Manager

Godrej Infotech; Pune District; Hybrid; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Godrej Infotech is seeking an HR Business Partner for our Pune branch to scale technical teams through aggressive talent acquisition while aligning with corporate engagement strategies. This role will manage the full employee lifecycle, capability development, and local HR operations in a hybrid work setup.

The ideal candidate has an MBA/PGDM in HR with 3+ years in HR, preferably in IT/Tech, and strong recruitment and stakeholder management abilities to drive retention and performance

Qualifications

• MBA/PGDM in HR required.
• 3+ years HR experience in IT/Tech sector preferred.
• Strong recruitment and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end IT recruitment to scale delivery and support teams.
• Collaborate with branch leadership to align HR programs with corporate standards.
• Partner with L&D to identify skill gaps and organize training calendars.
• Ensure local labour law compliance and branch-level HR operations.
• Oversee office administration and vendor coordination for Pune branch.

Skills

Talent acquisition

Employee engagement

Capability building

Compliance

Communication

Education

MBA/PGDM in HR

Job description

Job Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven HR Business Partner to lead HR operations for our Pune branch office. This role heavily focuses on scaling our technical teams through aggressive talent acquisition while seamlessly executing corporate-driven engagement strategies locally. The ideal candidate will bridge corporate vision with branch operations, managing the full employee lifecycle, capability building, and local administration.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Talent Acquisition (Primary Focus)

• Drive the end-to-end recruitment lifecycle to scale technical, delivery, and support teams.
• Partner with technical hiring managers to forecast demands and map required tech skill sets.
• Source high-quality IT talent through direct sourcing, professional networks, and referrals.
• Manage candidate pipeline, conduct screening interviews, negotiate compensation, and roll out offers.
• Own the candidate onboarding journey to ensure high joiner-to-offer ratios.

2. Employee Engagement (Corporate Alignment)

• Adapt and execute employee engagement frameworks for the Pune branch.
• Maintain regular feedback channels aligned with corporate standards.
• Address local employee relations, grievances, and retention strategies within company policy guidelines.

3. Capability Building & Performance Management

• Partner with the L&D team to identify skill gaps and execute training calendars.
• Support corporate Learning & Development (L&D) programs and track employee completion rates.
• Facilitate the annual performance appraisal, goal setting and reviews

4. Local Compliances & Operations

• Ensure compliance with labour laws and regulations.
• Oversee mandatory branch compliances, including Shop & Establishment acts and POSH guidelines.
• Manage local employee documentation, attendance records, and monthly payroll inputs.

5. Administration & Office Support

• Oversee daily facility management, workplace infrastructure, and general administration.
• Coordinate with local vendors for cafeteria, transport, security, and office supplies.
• Monitor and manage the Pune office administrative budget and operational expenses.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Education: MBA / PGDM degree specializing in Human Resources.
• Experience: 3+ years of progressive HR experience preferably within the IT/Tech sector.
• Recruitment Expertise: Strong proven track record in sourcing and hiring complex IT roles.
• Compliance: Understanding of local Maharashtra employment laws and compliance norms.
• Work Style: High adaptability to work in a hybrid setup requiring 4 days of in-office presence.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.