Regional Human Resource Manager

Kotak Life Insurance; Delhi; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Kotak Life Insurance, Delhi NCR, is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to lead recruitment, hiring, and retention initiatives within the HR department. The role reports to the Zonal HR Lead and supports the organization by developing strategies to attract top talent, manage offers, and ensure compliant onboarding processes.

The HRBP will also design engagement programs, conduct stay and exit interviews, and partner with management to improve retention.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of recruitment, hiring and retention experience.
• Strong understanding of labor laws and hiring practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment: develop and implement strategies to attract qualified candidates for all positions; manage full recruitment cycle and coordinate with hiring managers.
• Hiring: manage offer process, ensure compliance with policies, provide guidance to managers, conduct background checks and onboarding.
• Retention: design and implement employee engagement programs, conduct stay and exit interviews, address retention challenges.
• Metrics and Reporting: track recruitment metrics and monitor retention data to drive improvements.
• Collaboration: work with HR leadership to align recruitment and retention with business goals and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Recruitment

Hiring

Retention

Metrics and Reporting

Collaboration

Education

Master's degree in HR/Business Administration

Job description

Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP)

Position Details

• Role: Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP)
• Location: Delhi NCR
• Department: Human Resources
• Reporting To: Zonal HR Lead

Key Responsibilities

• Recruitment
  • Develop and implement recruitment strategies to attract qualified candidates for all positions.
  • Manage the full recruitment cycle, including job postings, candidate sourcing, screening, interviewing, and selection.
  • Coordinate with hiring managers to define role requirements and desired candidate profiles.
  • Utilize various recruitment platforms (job boards, social media, networking events) to source talent.
  • Maintain and expand relationships with recruitment agencies and talent pipelines.
  • Organize and attend career fairs and networking events to promote the company and attract potential candidates.
• Hiring
  • Manage the offer process, including salary negotiations and offer letter preparation.
  • Ensure compliance with legal and company-specific hiring policies.
  • Provide guidance to hiring managers throughout the decision-making process.
  • Conduct background checks and verify references as required.
  • Ensure a seamless onboarding process for new hires, ensuring they have the tools and resources they need to succeed.
• Retention
  • Develop and implement employee engagement programs to boost morale and reduce turnover.
  • Conduct stay interviews and exit interviews to understand employee satisfaction and address potential issues.
  • Partner with management to identify and address retention challenges within teams or departments.
  • Create and foster a positive work culture that emphasizes employee growth, recognition, and well-being.
  • Implement retention-focused initiatives such as mentorship programs, career development opportunities, and training programs.
• Metrics and Reporting
  • Track and report on recruitment metrics (e.g., time to hire, cost per hire, quality of hire).
  • Monitor retention data and turnover rates to identify trends and recommend improvements.
  • Use data to continuously improve recruitment and retention strategies.
• Collaboration
  • Work closely with HR leadership to align recruitment and retention strategies with overall business goals.
  • Mentor junior HR staff and assist in their professional development.
  • Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices related to recruitment, hiring, and employee retention.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Proven experience in recruitment, hiring, and retention (5+ years preferred).
• Strong understanding of labor laws and hiring practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across various departments and stakeholders.