HR - Generalist

Upman Placements; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 2,600,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Upman Placements is seeking an HR Generalist with a strong focus on Employee Engagement to drive retention, culture, and workplace satisfaction across corporate teams. You will design, execute, and measure engagement initiatives, strengthen employee relations, and act as a cultural champion for the workforce.

Reporting to Senior VP HR, the role covers onboarding, life cycle support, and collaboration with senior leadership on performance reviews and retention strategies.

Qualifications

• MBA or masters in HRM or organizational psychology.
• 12–18 years of core HR Generalist experience, with 10+ years in engagement, culture, and relations.
• Excellent沟通能力 and ability to work with senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute an annual Employee Engagement and Culture strategy.
• Lead DEI and wellness initiatives to support an inclusive workplace.
• Oversee onboarding, employee relations, performance cycles, and retention strategies.

Skills

HR Generalist

Employee Engagement

Culture

Employee Relations

Onboarding

Performance Reviews

Education

MBA in HR

Masters in Organizational Psychology

Job description

Job Description: HR Generalist Employee Engagement & Culture

Job Title: Manager HR Generalist (Employee Engagement Specialist)

Location: Bengaluru, India (Corporate Office)

Department: People & Culture / Human Resources

Reporting To: Senior Vice President HR

Employment Type: Full-Time

One of Asias largest privately-owned alternative asset owners and real estate platforms. Spanning offices, hospitality, industrial/logistics, residential, data centers, and infrastructure, creates vibrant, sustainable, and tech-forward urban ecosystems. Our culture is built on empowerment, inclusive leadership, and continuous innovation.

Role Summary

As an HR Generalist with a strong focus on Employee Engagement, you will play a central role in driving employee retention, organizational culture, and workplace satisfaction across our corporate teams and asset businesses. Reporting directly to the Senior VP of HR, you will design, execute, and measure engagement initiatives, strengthen employee relations, and act as a trusted cultural champion for the workforce.

Key Responsibilities

1. Employee Engagement & Culture Strategy (Primary Focus)

• Engagement Calendar: Design and execute the annual engagement strategy, including cultural celebrations, team-building offsites, wellness drives, and corporate town halls.
• Feedback & Insights: Run eNPS, pulse surveys, and culture assessments. Analyze employee sentiment, present trends to the Sr. VP of HR, and drive cross-functional action plans.
• Rewards & Recognition (R&R): Structure and manage company-wide R&R frameworks to recognize high performers, team wins, and behaviors aligned with core values.
• DEI & Wellness Programs: Lead Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives alongside mental, physical, and financial health programs for employees.

2. Generalist & Employee Life Cycle Support

• Onboarding & Assimilation: Manage the engagement touchpoints during new hire onboarding, ensuring a warm integration into culture.
• Employee Relations: Serve as the primary point of contact for employee grievances, conflict resolution, and workplace climate checks to foster an open-door culture.
• Performance Culture & Alignment: Partner with business managers during performance review cycles to foster continuous feedback and growth discussions.
• Retention Strategies: Conduct stay interviews and exit discussions to gather actionable insights that help reduce attrition among key talent.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• 1. Engagement Scores: Measurable increase in annual employee engagement and eNPS results.
• 2. First-Year Retention: High retention rates driven by effective onboarding and early-tenure touchpoints.
• 3. Execution & Adoption: On-time, high-impact delivery of engagement and wellness initiatives with high participation rates.
• 4. Employee Satisfaction: SLA/TAT for resolving employee relations issues and grievances.

Candidate Qualifications & Profile

• Education: MBA / Masters Degree in Human Resource Management or organizational psychology.
• Experience: 1218 years of core HR Generalist experience, with at least 10+ Years focused on employee engagement, culture, and employee relations.
• Communication: Outstanding verbal and written communication skills with the confidence to collaborate directly with senior leadership.
• People First Mindset: Strong interpersonal empathy, facilitation skills, and a creative approach to building an engaging workplace culture.