Human Resources Manager

SC&H; Gurugram District; Hybrid; INR 1,500,000 - 2,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive compensation

Job summary

SC&H in Gurugram (Hybrid) seeks an experienced HR leader to own the end-to-end people agenda across Talent Acquisition, Core HR Business Partnering, and HR Operations. You will drive hiring outcomes, partner with business leaders on org design and performance, and ensure process excellence across HR policies, payroll/compliance, and HR systems.

You will lead a small team, shape workforce plans, coach managers on performance and engagement, and ensure timely execution of compensation cycles,

Qualifications

• 8-12 years HR experience spanning TA, HRBP, and HR Ops.

Responsibilities

• TA: Own full-cycle recruitment and workforce planning; build sourcing strategies and improve time-to-hire.
• Core HRBP: Advise on org design, talent planning, performance enablement, and engagement; lead annual cycles.
• HR Operations: Oversee onboarding, HRIS data integrity, payroll interfaces, compliance, and governance.

Skills

Business acumen

Talent expertise

HRBP depth

Operational excellence

Data analytics

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree; MBA/PGDM in HR preferred

Tools

SAP SuccessFactors

Workday

Zoho

Oracle

Job description

Role Summary

We’re seeking a seasoned HR leader to own the end-to-end people agenda across Talent Acquisition (TA), Core HR Business Partnering (HRBP), and HR Operations. This role will drive hiring outcomes, partner with business leaders on org design and performance, and ensure process excellence across HR policies, payroll/compliance, and HR systems. You will lead a small team and work cross-functionally to deliver scalable, data-backed HR solutions aligned to business growth.

HR Manager (AVP Equivalent)

Location

Gurugram (Hybrid), India

Experience

8-12 years

Employment Type

Full-time

Key Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition (40%)

• Own full-cycle recruitment for critical roles across functions; manage demand planning (workforce planning, budgeting).
• Build and execute sourcing strategies (direct sourcing, referrals, niche channels, DEI hiring).
• Enhance employer branding and candidate experience; drive TAT and quality-of-hire.
• Manage vendor relationships, SLAs, assessment frameworks, and offer negotiation.
• Establish recruiting analytics (pipeline health, conversion ratios, source effectiveness).
• Build succession pipelines and campus/early-career hiring charters where relevant.

Core HR Business Partner (35%)

• Serve as strategic HR partner for assigned business units; advise on org design, talent planning, and change management.
• Coach managers on performance enablement, capability building, and engagement.
• Lead annual performance cycle, calibration, and compensation planning in partnership with Total Rewards.
• Drive culture and engagement initiatives; measure and act on pulse survey insights.
• Handle ER/IR (if applicable), disciplinary processes, and escalation management with fairness and compliance.
• Partner on learning agendas: leadership development, manager effectiveness, and skill-building roadmaps.

HR Operations & Governance (25%)

• Oversee HR operations: onboarding, HRIS data integrity, letters, exits, and documentation.
• Partner with Payroll and Finance to ensure accurate compensation runs and reconciliations.
• Ensure statutory compliance (PF, ESIC, gratuity, Shops & Establishments, POSH, etc.) and audit readiness.
• Own HR policy updates, SOPs, and process automation; drive service-level adherence.
• Maintain HR dashboards, analytics, and reporting (monthly, quarterly).

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree; MBA/PGDM in HR preferred.
• 8-12 years of progressive HR experience spanning TA, HRBP, and HR Ops; at least 3–5 years in a managerial/lead role.
• Demonstrated experience in scaling hiring, partnering with business leaders, and running HR operations in mid-to-large organizations.

Skills & Competencies

• Business Acumen: translates strategy into people plans; strong stakeholder management.
• Talent Expertise: sourcing strategies, assessment design, employer branding.
• HRBP Depth: performance management, org design, engagement, change management.
• Operational Excellence: HRIS (SAP SuccessFactors/Workday/Zoho/Oracle), payroll interfaces, compliance.
• Data & Analytics: builds dashboards, uses insights to drive decisions.
• Leadership: team management, coaching, and cross-functional influence.
• Communication: crisp written and verbal communication; executive presence.

Reporting & Team Structure

• Reports to: Senior Vice President

Compensation

Competitive; commensurate with experience.

About SC&H

SC&H is an employee-owned, global consulting and financial services firm with an expanding global footprint — home to people who believe in the power of trusted personal relationships. Everyone here shares a passion for driving results, fueled by the genuine connections we forge. Our expert capabilities and exceptional service have shaped the firm’s longstanding reputation for excellence and impressive growth. But it’s the partnerships we build and the success we help deliver that make each day rewarding — for our colleagues, our clients, and our communities. Recognized annually by Inc., Baltimore Business Journal, Accounting Today, and Inside Public Accounting as a “Best Place to Work,” SC&H is routinely named one of the fastest-growing firms for organic growth in the United States. Our success is powered by 13 diverse practices at the intersection of finance, technology, and accounting; 430+ professionals across offices in Maryland, Tysons Corner / Washington D.C., Philadelphia, Chicago, and India; and a client base ranging from emerging growth to world-renowned Fortune 500 companies. This is the place to build lasting professional relationships, grow your skills, and fulfill your potential.

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