HR Manager

FoodChain ID; Maharashtra; Hybrid; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international HR firm is seeking an experienced HR Manager for India & Thailand to oversee regional HR operations. The role involves strategic HR leadership, policy development, and ensuring compliance with local laws. Ideal candidates will have over 12 years of HR experience, including 5 in leadership, and strong knowledge of employment laws in Asia. This is a full-time hybrid position based in Mumbai, requiring regular office presence.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of HR experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role, preferably overseeing multi-country operations.
• Strong expertise in employment legislation in India, and preferably in other Asian markets like Thailand.
• Proven success in establishing HR frameworks, policies, and infrastructure in an international business.
• Experience in partnering with senior business leaders on people strategies.
• Fluency in English required; knowledge of additional Asian languages is an advantage.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute HR strategies for business growth across Asia.
• Design and implement HR policies aligned with global standards.
• Support talent management and succession planning initiatives.
• Drive engagement and change initiatives reflecting company values.
• Oversee compliance with local employment laws across regions.
• Establish consistent HR processes ensuring data accuracy.
• Mentor the local HR team, including the HR Associate.
• Collaborate with global HR to align regional initiatives.
• Guide recruitment and onboarding for key positions.
• Lead HR reporting and metrics for regional insights.

Skills

HR strategy development

Policy development

Employee relations

Organizational design

Communication

Talent management

HR analytics

Job description

The HR Manager India & Thailand will establish and expand FoodChain ID’s HR presence across the Asian region. This role will establish and oversee all aspects of regional HR operations, including the development and implementation of HR policies, procedures, and best practices to support business growth. The HR Manager will act as a strategic partner to regional leadership, helping to shape the company culture, enable organizational capability, and ensure compliance across the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute HR strategies to support the company’s expansion and growth objectives across Asia
• Policy & Process Development: Design and implement region-specific HR policies, procedures, and frameworks aligned with global standards
• Organizational Design: Support local leadership with talent management, and succession planning initiatives
• Culture Building: Partner with leadership to drive engagement, culture, and change initiatives that reflect FoodChain ID’s values
• Employee Relations: Oversee employee relations matters and ensure compliance with local employment laws across Asian jurisdictions
• HR Governance: Establish consistent HR processes, ensuring data accuracy, compliance, and reporting quality
• Team Leadership: Mentor, develop, and oversee the local HR team, including the HR Associate
• Stakeholder Partnership: Collaborate with global HR to align regional initiatives with global HR priorities
• Talent Acquisition Oversight: Guide the recruitment and onboarding process for key positions across Asia
• HR Analytics: Lead HR reporting and metrics to provide insights for decision‑making at the regional level

Your Profile

• 12+ years of HR experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role, at best having overseen multi‑country operations
• Strong expertise in employment legislation in India, and preferably other Asian markets such as Thailand
• Proven success in setting up HR frameworks, policies, and infrastructure in a growing international business
• Experience partnering with senior business leaders to drive people strategies
• Excellent communication skills, fluency in English required; additional Asian languages an advantage
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, multicultural environment

This is a full‑time hybrid role with presence required in Mumbai office on a regular basis.

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Human Resources
• Internet Publishing