Require a Head – HR in Mumbai

TestHiring; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent media company in Mumbai seeks an experienced HR leader to oversimplify talent acquisition and manage compliance in recruitment processes. The ideal candidate will bring proven experience in the media, entertainment, or production sector, with expertise in managing stakeholder relationships and HR policies. Responsibilities include team leadership and executing employee engagement programs. This role requires a deep understanding of labor laws applicable to India's media landscape and the ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading HR functions within Media, Entertainment, or Production environments.
• Ability to think strategically while managing a small team.
• Deep understanding of labor laws and HR compliance in India.

Responsibilities

• Lead onboarding and compliance in recruitment.
• Build relationships with business units and stakeholders.
• Oversee HR processes and policies implementation.

Skills

Talent Acquisition & Management

Stakeholder Management

Policy Validation and Documentation

Team Leadership

Employee Engagement Programs

Payroll Management

Job description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Talent Acquisition & Management: Leading manpower analysis and budgeting; overseeing end-to-end hiring and ensuring absolute compliance in recruitment implementation.
• Stakeholder Management: Developing deep working relationships with BU heads and HODs; partnering with business leads to define and implement best-in‑class HR practices.
• Processes, Policies & Compensation: Serving as the custodian of all HR frameworks. You will validate, revise, and document policies, ensuring their seamless implementation across the group.
• Team Leadership: Mentoring and guiding a dedicated HR team to provide smooth, timely, and efficient HR services to the entire organization.
• People Engagement: Partnering with internal teams to design and execute high‑decibel employee engagement programs and communication strategies.
• Operational Sync: Working in close lockstep with the Finance team on payroll management and critical business matters.

Requirements

The Media Specialist: Proven experience in leading the HR function within a Media, Entertainment, or Production environment.

• Strategic & Hands‑on: Ability to think at a "Group Level" while maintaining the operational rigor required to manage a team of 4-5 specialists.
• Compliance Expert: Deep understanding of labor laws and HR compliance relevant to the Indian media landscape.
• Relationship Builder: Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to manage high‑pressure creative stakeholders and senior leadership (CEO/CFO).
• Custodian Mindset: A sharp eye for detail regarding policies, compensation structures, and process documentation.