HR Process - RHR - L5 - Chennai 2 (Neeladri)

Kotak Life; India; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Kotak Life in India is seeking an HR Professional to lead recruitment, hiring, and retention initiatives. The role covers end-to-end recruitment, sourcing candidates via platforms and events, and coordinating with hiring managers to define qualifications.

You will manage offers, ensure compliance with policies, conduct background checks, and drive onboarding. Strong communication, labor-law knowledge, and stakeholder collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Admin, or related field.
• 3+ years of recruitment, hiring, and retention experience.
• Strong knowledge of labor laws and hiring practices.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to collaborate across departments and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement recruitment strategies to attract qualified candidates.
• Manage full recruitment cycle: postings, sourcing, screening, interviewing, and selection.
• Coordinate with hiring managers to define role requirements and desired candidate profiles.
• Source talent via job boards, social media, networking events.
• Maintain and expand relationships with recruitment agencies and pipelines.
• Organize career fairs and networking events to promote the company.
• Oversee the offer process, including salary negotiations and letter preparation.
• Ensure onboarding for new hires with necessary tools and resources.
• Guide hiring managers through decision-making and background checks.
• Monitor recruitment and retention metrics and report findings.
• Mentor junior HR staff and stay updated on industry trends.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Collaboration

Recruitment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR / Business

Job description

HR Process - RHR - L5 - Chennai 2 (Neeladri) India 3 - 13 Years Employee

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

Recruitment:

Develop and implement recruitment strategies to attract qualified candidates for all positions.

Manage the full recruitment cycle, including job postings, candidate sourcing, screening, interviewing, and selection.

Coordinate with hiring managers to define role requirements and desired candidate profiles.

Utilize various recruitment platforms (job boards, social media, networking events) to source talent.

Maintain and expand relationships with recruitment agencies and talent pipelines.

Organize and attend career fairs and networking events to promote the company and attract potential candidates.

Hiring:

Manage the offer process, including salary negotiations and offer letter preparation.

Ensure compliance with legal and company-specific hiring policies.

Provide guidance to hiring managers throughout the decision-making process.

Conduct background checks and verify references as required.

Ensure a seamless onboarding process for new hires, ensuring they have the tools and resources they need to succeed.

Retention:

Develop and implement employee engagement programs to boost morale and reduce turnover.

Conduct stay interviews and exit interviews to understand employee satisfaction and address potential issues.

Partner with management to identify and address retention challenges within teams or departments.

Create and foster a positive work culture that emphasizes employee growth, recognition, and well-being.

Implement retention-focused initiatives such as mentorship programs, career development opportunities, and training programs.

Metrics and Reporting:

Track and report on recruitment metrics (e.g., time to hire, cost per hire, quality of hire).

Monitor retention data and turnover rates to identify trends and recommend improvements.

Use data to continuously improve recruitment and retention strategies.

Work closely with HR leadership to align recruitment and retention strategies with overall business goals.

Mentor junior HR staff and assist in their professional development.

Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices related to recruitment, hiring, and employee retention.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).

Proven experience in recruitment, hiring, and retention (3+ years preferred).

Strong understanding of labor laws and hiring practices.

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.

Ability to work collaboratively across various departments and stakeholders.