HR Projects - Corporate and Emerging Markets

SUN PHARMA; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Sun Pharma in Mumbai is seeking an HR Projects Lead for Corporate & Emerging Markets to centrally drive HR projects spanning Corporate HR and Emerging Markets across about 40 countries. You will oversee HR technology, talent management, and lifecycle initiatives to ensure consistent HR delivery.

The ideal candidate brings 7-8 years of HR strategy and project management experience, with strong stakeholder management, governance, and analytical skills to drive performance improvements across a

Qualifications

• Postgraduate degree in Human Resources; MBA from a Tier I institute preferred.
• 7-8 years in HR strategy, project management, HR partnering, post-MBA.
• Experience in driving projects across multiple stakeholders / geographies preferred.
• Experience managing or influencing senior leaders.
• Strong execution, problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Responsibilities

• Centrally drive HR projects spanning Corporate HR and Emerging Markets across ~40 countries.
• Drive HR technology, talent management, and field-force initiatives for EM and corporate lifecycle programs.
• Ensure consistent HR delivery, reporting, and process discipline across both areas.
• Support governance, quarterly reviews, HR dashboards, and stakeholder engagement.
• Lead projects focused on performance improvement and HR strategy execution.

Skills

HR strategy

Project management

HR partnering

Post-MBA

Education

Postgraduate degree in Human Resources

MBA from a Tier I institute

Job description

Job Title

HR Projects – Corporate and Emerging Markets

Business Unit

Global Human Resource

Location

Mumbai

At Sun Pharma, we commit to helping you “Create your own sunshine”— by fostering an environment where you grow at every step, take charge of your journey and thrive in a supportive community.

Are You Ready to Create Your Own Sunshine?

As you enter the Sun Pharma world, you’ll find yourself becoming ‘Better every day’ through continuous progress. Exhibit self-drive as you ‘Take charge’ and lead with confidence. Additionally, demonstrate a collaborative spirit, knowing that we ‘Thrive together’ and support each other’s journeys.”

Key Responsibilities

The HR Projects Lead – Corporate & Emerging Markets will centrally drive HR projects that span both the Corporate HR agenda and the Emerging Markets (EM) across approximately 40 countries. The role drives successful implementation of HR technology, talent management, and field-force performance initiatives on the EM side, and induction, talent tracking, and employee lifecycle initiatives on the corporate side — ensuring consistent HR delivery, reporting, and process discipline across both. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver with strong project management, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.

Emerging Markets

• Centrally drive HR Technology projects
• Ensure Diversity and Talent Management practices
• Design and drive innovative HR practices for life-cycle management of field force employees
• Ensure HR reviews and reporting – quarterly business reviews, HR dashboards, and process governance
• Lead key projects focused on performance improvement.

Corporate HR

• Redefine and roll out the employee Induction Program
• Track Talent Management initiatives, including IDP and talent/KRA tracking frameworks
• Support Training and Leadership Development programs
• Prepare reports and reviews for HR and business leadership
• Own the end-to-end Employee Lifecycle experience

Governance & Stakeholder Management

• Act as a key liaison between HR leadership, Corporate teams, and Emerging Markets leaders/HR across 40 countries
• Support preparation for leadership and governance meetings, including HR strategy-into-action and Sr. Management reviews
• Drive alignment on people strategy and HR structure across Corporate and EM leadership

Qualification

Postgraduate degree in Human Resources; MBA from a Tier I institute preferred.

Experience

• 7-8 years in HR strategy, project management, HR partnering, post-MBA
• Experience in driving projects across multiple stakeholders / geographies preferred
• Experience managing or influencing senior leaders
• Strong execution, problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making abilitiesAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Soft Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to influence and engage stakeholders across all organizational levels.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with a proactive and innovative approach.
• Demonstrates a high level of integrity, professionalism, and ethical standards.
• Ability to lead in multi-cultural environments.
• Capable of thriving in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with an evolving threat landscape.

Your Success Matters to Us

At Sun Pharma, your success and well-being are our top priorities! We provide robust benefits and opportunities to foster personal and professional growth. Join us at Sun Pharma, where every day is an opportunity to grow, collaborate, and make a lasting impact. Let’s create a brighter future together!

Disclaimer

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employee within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees as assigned to this job. Nothing herein shall preclude the employer from changing these duties from time to time and assigning comparable duties or other duties commensurate with the experience and background of incumbent(s).