Human Resources Manager

Karma Foundation; Pune District; On-site; INR 279,000 - 335,000; Full time

Job summary

Karma Foundation in Pune seeks a proactive Human Resources Manager to oversee recruitment, staff administration, and day-to-day HR operations for a team under 50.

You will manage end-to-end hiring, onboarding, attendance, payroll coordination, employee relations, and compliance with Indian labour laws while coordinating with clinical and administrative teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in HR, business administration, or related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in HR, recruitment, or staff management.
• Strong recruitment, interviewing, and candidate assessment skills.
• Experience managing attendance, leave, employee records, and payroll coordination.
• Good understanding of HR policies and Indian labour laws.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage a diverse workforce, maintain confidentiality, and handle employee issues fairly.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Excel, and HR management tools.
• Hands-on approach and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment and Hiring: Manage end-to-end recruitment, including postings, screening, interviews, selection, and joining.
• Staff Management: Monitor staff attendance, punctuality, leave, work schedules, and discipline.
• Onboarding: Ensure smooth onboarding, induction, and orientation of new employees.
• Employee Relations: Address staff grievances, resolve workplace conflicts, and maintain a positive work environment.
• Performance Management: Coordinate appraisals and work with department heads to improve productivity.
• HR Documentation: Maintain employee records, appointment letters, employment agreements, attendance registers, and other HR documents.
• Payroll Coordination: Prepare monthly attendance and leave data, coordinate salary processing, and maintain payroll records.
• Policies and Compliance: Implement HR policies and ensure adherence to labour laws and regulations.
• Training and Development: Identify training needs and organise training, induction, and development activities.
• Workforce Coordination: Coordinate with veterinary, animal care, housekeeping, and administrative teams to ensure staffing.

Skills

Recruitment

Payroll coordination

HR policies

Communication

Organisation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

MS Office

HR management tools

Job description

Human Resources Manager

Karma Foundation | Pune, Maharashtra | Full-Time, On-Site

Salary: ₹25,000–₹30,000 per month

About Karma Foundation

Karma Foundation is a charitable animal hospital based in Pune, dedicated to providing medical care, rescue, rehabilitation, sterilisation, and vaccination services to animals in need. Our team works passionately to improve the lives of stray and community animals through compassionate care and responsible animal welfare practices.

We are looking for a proactive and organised Human Resources Manager to manage recruitment, staff administration, and employee relations, ensuring that our team operates efficiently and supports the foundation’s mission.

Role Overview

The HR Manager will be responsible for end-to-end recruitment, staff management, employee attendance, HR documentation, and day-to-day HR operations for a team of fewer than 50 employees. The ideal candidate should be hands-on, approachable, disciplined, and capable of managing a diverse workforce across clinical, animal care, and administrative functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruitment and Hiring: Manage end-to-end recruitment, including job postings, candidate screening, interviews, selection, and joining formalities.
• Staff Management: Monitor staff attendance, punctuality, leave, work schedules, and overall discipline.
• Onboarding: Ensure smooth onboarding, induction, and orientation of new employees.
• Employee Relations: Address staff grievances, resolve workplace conflicts, and maintain a positive and professional work environment.
• Performance Management: Monitor employee performance, coordinate appraisals, and work with department heads to improve productivity and accountability.
• HR Documentation: Maintain employee records, appointment letters, employment agreements, attendance registers, and other HR documents.
• Payroll Coordination: Prepare monthly attendance and leave data, coordinate salary processing, and maintain accurate payroll records.
• Policies and Compliance: Implement HR policies and ensure adherence to applicable labour laws and employment regulations.
• Training and Development: Identify staff training needs and organise employee training, induction, and development activities.
• Workforce Coordination: Work closely with veterinary, animal care, housekeeping, and administrative teams to ensure adequate staffing and smooth daily operations.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in HR, recruitment, or staff management.
• Strong recruitment, interviewing, and candidate assessment skills.
• Experience managing attendance, leave, employee records, and payroll coordination.
• Good understanding of HR policies and applicable Indian labour laws.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage a diverse workforce, maintain confidentiality, and handle employee issues fairly.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Excel, and HR management tools.
• A hands-on approach, strong sense of responsibility, and ability to work independently.

Who Should Apply?

We are looking for someone who enjoys working with people, can take ownership of HR operations, and is comfortable managing a small but diverse team in a mission-driven organisation. Experience in healthcare, NGOs, animal welfare, or other service-oriented organisations will be an advantage.

Job Type: Full-Time, On-Site

Location: Karma Foundation, Aundh, Pune

Salary: ₹25,000–₹30,000 per month, depending on experience

If you are passionate about building a responsible, efficient, and compassionate workforce, we would love to hear from you.