HR Manager - Generalist & Statutory Compliance

Samy Hospital; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Samy Hospital in Chennai seeks an experienced HR Manager Generalist to lead HR operations, statutory compliance, payroll, and policy governance. The role requires hands-on knowledge of Indian labour laws and regulatory audits, with focus on employee relations and lifecycle management.

The ideal candidate will have an MBA/PGDM in HR and 3+ years of relevant experience, capable of handling payroll processing and compliance with integrity and proactive problem-solving.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of HR Operations experience with statutory compliance.
• Hands-on knowledge of Indian Labour Codes, PF, ESIC, PT, LWF, Gratuity, Bonus acts.
• Experience with statutory audits and regulatory filings.

Responsibilities

• Oversee statutory compliance and regulatory audits end-to-end.
• Partner with finance for payroll computations and disbursements.
• Frame and enforce HR policies and handbooks per labour codes.
• Manage full employee lifecycle and performance processes.

Skills

HR Operations

Statutory Compliance

Indian Labour Laws

Payroll Processing

HRIS/Payroll Software

Negotiation & Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

MBA/PGDM in HR

MSW / PMIR / Labour Studies

Tools

Keka

Darwinbox

GreytHR

Zoho People

Job description

Job Title: HR Manager Generalist & Statutory Compliance

Location: Nungambakkam, Chennai

Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent

Experience: 3 to 8 Years

Educational Qualification: Bachelor's Degree with MBA/PGDM in HR

Job Overview:

We are looking for an experienced and proactive HR Manager to lead our HR Operations, Employee Relations, and Statutory Compliance framework. The ideal candidate must have a thorough, hands on understanding of Indian Labour Laws, statutory filings, payroll processing, and regulatory audits, alongside core HR Generalist responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Statutory Compliance & Regulatory Audits:

• End-to-end management of all statutory requirements including PF, ESIC, Professional Tax (PT), LWF, Gratuity, and Bonus Acts.
• Prepare, verify, and submit monthly, quarterly, and annual statutory returns within legal timelines.
• Maintain alignment with the 4 New Labour Codes (Code on Wages, Social Security, Industrial Relations, and OSH Code), including wage restructuring (50% Basic+DA rule).
• Ensure strict adherence to Shops & Establishment Act / Factories Act, Minimum Wages Act, Contract Labour Act, and POSH regulations.
• Liaise with government bodies, labor inspectors, external compliance consultants, and auditors.
• Conduct regular internal HR compliance audits and maintain statutory registers (Form A, B, C, etc.).

2. Payroll & Benefits Oversight:

• Partner with finance/payroll teams to ensure accurate salary computation, deductions, and statutory disbursements.
• Handle Full & Final (F&F) settlements, leave encashment, and severance calculations per labor law standards.

3. Employee Relations & Policy Governance:

• Frame, update, and enforce HR policies, code of conduct, and employee handbooks in compliance with current labor codes.
• Manage employee grievances, disciplinary actions, domestic inquiries, and legal notices smoothly.
• Serve as part of the Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) for POSH compliance.

4. Core HR Generalist Operations:

• Manage the complete employee lifecycle from onboarding, documentation, probation reviews to offboarding.
• Oversee performance management cycles (Appraisals, PIPs, KPI tracking).
• Drive employee engagement activities, retention strategies, and positive workplace culture.

Desired Candidate Profile:

• Bachelor's degree with an MBA/PGDM in HR, MSW, or M.A. in Personnel Management & Industrial Relations (PMIR) / Labour Studies.
• 5+ years of experience in HR Operations with a heavy focus on Statutory Compliance and Indian Labour Laws.
• Proven track record handling government authority audits, inspections, and filings independently.
• Hands‑on experience with HRIS/Payroll software (e.g., Keka, Darwinbox, GreytHR, Zoho People).
• Strong conflict-resolution, negotiation, and communication skills.Role & responsibilities

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary: Best in the industry, commensurate with experience, skills, and market standards.
• Annual appraisal, performance incentives, and comprehensive statutory benefits (PF, ESIC, Gratuity).
• Salary will not be a constraint for deserving candidates.