People Development Partner - International Ports

Adani Group; Khoraj; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Adani Group is seeking a seasoned People Partner to drive HR strategy and governance for its international workforce. The role focuses on harmonizing HR practices across borders, managing expatriate assignments, and aligning policies with global standards while enabling localization where necessary.

You will oversee program design, budgeting, and analytics, ensuring timely governance and risk management, in a large, diversified Indian conglomerate with global aspirations.

Qualifications

• Post-Graduate in HR required.
• 10 to 17 years of experience in human resources.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business goals.
• Governance and compliance across domestic and international operations.
• Design, monitor and evaluate HR programs for effectiveness.
• Manage international HR including expatriate management and cross-cultural training.
• Develop and implement HR policies with global consistency and localization as needed.
• Lead HR integration in mergers and acquisitions.
• Set annual HR targets and budgets, ensuring timely reporting.
• Leverage HR analytics for data-driven decision making.
• Maintain a digital mindset to adopt AI and digital tools in HR.

Skills

HR strategy

Governance

International HR

Policy development

Merger & acquisition

Analytics & reporting

Digital mindset

Education

Post-Graduate in HR

Job description

Job Description:

About Business:

Adani Group: Adani Group is a diversified organisation in India comprising 10 publicly traded companies. It has created a world class logistics and utility infrastructure portfolio that has a pan-India presence. Adani Group is headquartered in Ahmedabad, in the state of Gujarat, India. Over the years, Adani Group has positioned itself to be the market leader in its logistics and energy businesses focusing on large scale infrastructure development in India with O & M practices benchmarked to global standards. With four IG rated businesses, it is the only Infrastructure Investment Grade issuer in India.

Ports & SEZ: Over the past few years, we have evolved from a traditional port operator to a leading integrated ports services provider. As the largest port organization for the past two decades, we offer a wide range of services including cargo handling, container terminal operations, logistics, port infrastructure development, and maintenance. Our expertise extends to multimodal transport solutions, customs clearance, port security, and environmental sustainability, positioning us as a key player in global trade and logistics.

Job Purpose: The People Partner in this role develops and implements HR strategies that align with global business objectives, ensures governance and compliance across international operations, and manages cross-border HR challenges. This strategic position is key to harmonizing HR practices, guiding international HR policies, and supporting the companys global workforce.

Responsibilities

• HR Strategy Development: Formulate and implement a forward-looking HR strategy that supports the organizations long-term goals, addresses workforce planning, and aligns with the overall business plan.


• Governance and Compliance: Oversee HR governance structures to ensure that all HR activities are compliant with legal, regulatory, and ethical standards, both domestically and internationally.


• Program Planning and Monitoring: Design, oversee, and evaluate various human resource programs to ensure their effectiveness and alignment with organizational objectives.


• International HR Management: Manage the complexities of international HR, including expatriate management, cross-cultural training, and adaptation of HR policies to different legal and cultural environments.


• Policy Development and Implementation: Develop and implement HR policies that are consistent across the organization, while also allowing for localization where necessary to meet international requirements.


• Merger & Acquistion: Drive the HR integration strategy for mergers and acquisitions by aligning organizational structures, harmonizing policies, and ensuring seamless employee transition while mitigating risks and fostering cultural alignment.


• Target Setting & Budgeting: Develop annual targets and budgets for HR initiatives, manage resources efficiently, and ensure that monthly targets are met in accordance with management expectations.


• Analytics & Reporting: Leverage HR analytics to provide data-driven insights and reports, enabling strategic decision-making on workforce trends, governance, and international HR initiatives. Ensure accurate and timely reporting to support organizational goals.


• Digital Mindset: Keep up with digital and AI advancements to enhance business and maintain competitiveness.

Key Stakeholders - Internal:

• CPO- APSEZ, International Business Heads


• All BU and department heads


• Site HR and peers


• Direct Reports

Key Stakeholders - External:

• Industry peers & professional groups, HR vendors, consultants

Qualifications

• Education Qualification: Post-Graduate in any discipline (preferably HR)


• Work Experience: 10 to 17 years in human resoruces