Human Resources Manager

GC India Dental; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

GC India Dental is seeking an experienced HR Manager to oversee compensation and benefits in Hyderabad. The role collaborates with business leaders to strengthen HR practices, support growth, and improve the employee experience.

The ideal candidate brings broad HR generalist experience with strong compensation and benefits expertise, robust communication, and a proactive approach to process improvements using HR technology. Based in Hyderabad, this role partners with regional stakeholders.

Qualifications

• MBA or PGDM in Human Resources with strong compensation and benefits exposure.
• Around 10 years of broad HR generalist experience including senior manager level.
• Experience implementing HR policies and managing employee lifecycle activities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee compensation and benefits initiatives within approved budgets.
• Lead salary reviews, promotions, incentives and benefit policies.
• Partner with business leaders to plan recruitment and workforce needs.
• Drive performance management, talent development and succession planning.
• Develop HR policies, communications and engagement activities.
• Manage organisational development, budgeting and strategic HR projects.

Skills

HR generalist

Compensation & Benefits

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

MBA/PGDM HR

Tools

HRIS

Payroll software

Job description

The HR manager will oversee key HR functions at GC India Dental, with a strong focus on compensation and benefits. Based in Hyderabad, the role will partner with business leaders and regional HR stakeholders to strengthen HR practices, support organisational growth, and improve the employee experience.

The role covers recruitment and workforce planning, HR policies, employee relations, performance and talent management, learning and development, employee communication and engagement, organisational development, HR budgeting, and strategic projects.

The ideal candidate will bring broad HR generalist experience, practical compensation and benefits expertise, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to improving HR processes and adopting relevant technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Support salary reviews, promotions, incentives, and employee benefit initiatives within approved policies and budgets.
• Provide compensation and benefits input to retention initiatives and coordinate the implementation of approved changes.
• Communicate compensation and benefits policies clearly and work with relevant stakeholders to address employee queries.

2. Recruitment & Workforce Planning

• Partner with business leaders to identify hiring needs and deliver recruitment plans aligned with business priorities.
• Drive manpower planning and role alignment across functions to support current operations and future growth.
• Develop competency frameworks that clarify the skills and capabilities required for key roles.

3. HR Policies, Employee Relations & Compliance

• Develop, implement, and review HR policies to support consistent practices and applicable compliance requirements.
• Handle employee grievances, disciplinary matters, conflicts, and workplace concerns fairly and consistently.
• Guide managers and employees on HR policies, communicate decisions clearly, and follow through on agreed actions.

4. Performance Management & Talent Development

• Lead the Performance Management System, including goal setting, performance reviews, and capability assessments.
• Support timely completion of performance cycles and alignment of individual goals with business objectives.
• Identify high-potential employees and support succession planning and development roadmaps for critical roles.
• Identify training needs and develop annual learning calendars aligned with functional and behavioural capability gaps.
• Coordinate training programmes with internal stakeholders and external providers, and evaluate programme effectiveness.
• Support leadership development through targeted programmes and follow-up development actions.

6. Employee Engagement, Communication & Culture

• Plan and deliver engagement surveys, employee communication, and culture-building initiatives.
• Work with managers to translate survey findings and employee feedback into practical action plans.
• Coordinate team activities and retention initiatives, and monitor progress against agreed engagement actions.

7. Organisational Development & Change Management

• Design and implement organisational development initiatives to strengthen culture, effectiveness, and readiness for change.
• Support restructuring, business expansion, and the introduction of new processes and HR technology.
• Help managers communicate changes and support employees through organisational transitions.

8. HR Planning, Budgeting & Strategic Projects

• Coordinate the HR calendar and monitor delivery of planned activities, key milestones, and strategic projects.
• Support HR budgeting and track expenditure against approved plans.
• Work with business leaders, regional HR stakeholders, and external vendors to deliver agreed HR priorities.

Requirements

Education & Experience

• MBA or PGDM in Human Resources.
• Around 10 years of broad HR generalist experience, including experience at HR Manager or Senior Manager level.
• Strong practical experience in compensation and benefits, supported by exposure across the employee lifecycle.

Technical Skills

• Sound knowledge of HR operations, policy design and implementation, and applicable employment compliance requirements.
• Experience in performance management, learning and development, employee engagement, and organisational development.
• Comfortable using HR systems and digital tools to improve processes and support effective HR delivery.

Business & Analytical Skills

• Ability to translate business priorities into practical HR plans, workforce requirements, and development actions.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with attention to accuracy and budget discipline.
• Ability to review performance and engagement information, identify issues, and recommend appropriate actions.

Soft Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain HR policies and decisions clearly.
• Effective stakeholder management and the ability to work with business leaders, regional teams, and external partners.
• Professional judgement, discretion, and fairness when handling sensitive employee matters.
• Proactive, organised and adaptable, with the ability to manage priorities and follow through on commitments.

Preferred Candidate Profile

The preferred candidate is an experienced HR generalist who combines strong compensation and benefits expertise with the ability to manage a broad range of HR responsibilities. The candidate should be confident working with business leaders, resolving employee matters, and delivering practical improvements to HR processes. The candidate should be open to new approaches and comfortable using technology to improve HR delivery. This position is based in Hyderabad.