HR Business Partner

Raintree Foundation; Thane, Devrukh; On-site; INR 1,400,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Raintree Foundation in India seeks an experienced HR Business Partner to shape people strategies and strengthen HR systems across corporate and field operations.

The role requires strategic thinking and execution excellence, with frequent travel to project sites and hands-on HR support for field teams. Fluency in Marathi is mandatory to engage with frontline staff.

Qualifications

• 8–15 years of progressive HR experience with 4–5 years in an HRBP or strategic role
• Experience in NGO / Development sector preferred
• Multi-location workforce management experience

Responsibilities

• Act as trusted advisor to leadership on all HR-related matters
• Drive HR strategy alignment with organizational growth and program goals
• Lead recruitment and onboarding for corporate and field roles
• Design employee engagement and culture initiatives across locations
• Oversee PMS, performance coaching, and capability development
• Ensure HR operations compliance and field staff support

Skills

HRBP

Stakeholder management

Change management

People analytics

Travel readiness

Job description

Job Title: HR Business Partner (HRBP)

Location: Thane / Devrukh

Experience: 8-15 Years

Language Requirement: English,Hindi,Marathi (Mandatory)

Role Overview

We are seeking a seasoned HR Business Partner (HRBP) who will play a critical role in driving people strategy and strengthening HR systems across both corporate and field operations. This role requires a strong balance of strategic thinking and execution excellence.

The HRBP will work closely with senior leadership, program teams, and field staff to ensure that HR practices effectively support organizational growth, employee engagement, and program impact. The ideal candidate should be comfortable operating in dynamic environments, including rural and urban locations, and must be fluent in Marathi to effectively engage with field teams.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic HR Partnering

• Act as a trusted advisor to leadership and functional heads on all HR-related matters
• Drive alignment of HR strategies with organizational vision, growth plans, and programmatic goals
• Contribute to organizational design, workforce planning, and change management initiatives
• Provide insights on people metrics, attrition trends, and productivity improvements
• Act as a bridge between business needs and HR interventions to drive organizational effectiveness

2. Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

• Lead and oversee end-to-end recruitment for junior to senior-level roles, including critical field and corporate positions
• Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline, especially for hard-to-fill roles
• Collaborate with hiring managers to define role expectations and hiring strategies
• Ensure a seamless onboarding experience to enable faster integration and productivity

3. Employee Engagement & Culture Building

• Design and implement engagement strategies tailored for both corporate and field teams
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performance work culture
• Act as a bridge between leadership and employees to address concerns and enhance employee experience
• Drive retention initiatives

4. Performance Management & Capability Building

• Drive the performance management system (PMS) including goal setting, mid-year reviews, and annual appraisals
• Coach and guide managers on effective performance conversations and team management
• Identify learning and development needs and facilitate relevant training interventions
• Support leadership development and succession planning initiatives

5. HR Operations & Compliance

• Ensure smooth functioning of HR operations including employee lifecycle management, documentation, and policy implementation
• Maintain compliance with applicable labour laws and statutory requirements
• Continuously improve HR processes for efficiency and scalability

6. Field HR & Stakeholder Management

• Provide on-ground HR support to field teams and CRPs
• Regularly travel to project locations to understand challenges and provide solutions
• Build strong relationships with field employees and CRPs
• Ensure HR practices are effectively implemented across all locations

Key Requirements

• 8-15 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 45 years in an HRBP or similar strategic role
• Prior experience in NGO / Development Sector / Social Impact organizations will be preferred
• Strong exposure to multi-location workforce management, especially field operations
• Fluent in Marathi (Mandatory)
• Strong stakeholder management, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution
• Willingness to travel frequently to the field locations

Preferred Skills & Competencies

• Understanding of labour laws and statutory compliance
• High emotional intelligence and ability to work with diverse teams
• Adaptability to work in fast-paced, evolving environments
• Passion for social impact and community development