Senior Human Resources Generalist

NielsenIQ; Chennai; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working environment

Volunteer time off

LinkedIn Learning

Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

Job summary

NielsenIQ is seeking a Senior HR Generalist to support HR business partners in executing people and talent strategies that create value for the business. You will coordinate initiatives across large employee populations and deliver data-driven insights to shape strategy and drive accountability.

You will contribute to HR projects, talent reviews, workforce planning, and change management while ensuring data quality and timely reporting to support decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business administration, or equivalent.
• 5–8 years of HR analytics or HR business partnering experience.
• Strong Excel and analytical skills to inform HR strategy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support HRBPs in executing people and talent strategies.
• Coordinate HR initiatives across large employee populations.
• Provide data-driven insights and track succession plans.
• Assist with workforce planning and organizational effectiveness initiatives.
• Support change management and communication plans across the HR function.
• Maintain data hygiene and governance for HR systems and reports.

Skills

Excel & Analytics

Strong communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / Business Administration

Job description

Senior HR Generalist

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state‑of‑the‑art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population. For more information, visit NIQ.com

Job Description

You will support HRBPs in the execution and implementation of people and talent strategies that create value for the business. You play a key role in ensuring coordination of key initiatives across large, functionally aligned employee populations. You will provide data driven insights and inputs that help shape our strategy, and drive accountability for the successful implementation of goals and initiatives.

Key Accountabilities

• HR Project support. Work closely with HR Business Partner(s) to implement key HR initiatives, projects and interventions that support the business strategy.
• Talent management and development. Assist with the organization and execution of Talent Reviews with our HR Business partners, and help maintain reporting and tracking of succession plans and actions.
• Organizational effectiveness. Support HR Business Partners in executing against organizational effectiveness strategies such as workforce planning, development of competencies and new role profiles and skills matrix. Additionally, you’ll leverage data to contribute to business cases for location strategy, compensation changes, talent planning etc.
• Change management and communication. Assist with the roll out of key change initiatives and communication plans. Support HR Business Partners in building change management materials, gathering stakeholder feedback, and tracking on the execution progress of plans.
• Data quality. Maintain oversight on proper data hygiene and governance, ensuring consistency of job titles, Workforce Architecture levels, job families, open roles in line with the our blueprint.
• Reporting and analysis. Develop, maintain and deliver HR reports with a clear operating rhythm - including census, spans and layers progress, workday position management, performance management discipline, annual compensation cycles etc to support business decision-making and ensure compliance. You may also be required to ad hoc reporting and insights to HRBPs and business leaders, enabling data-driven workforce planning and execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or equivalent business experience.
• 5-8 years of relevant experience, preferably either in the HR analytics space or HR business partnering.
• Strong Excel and Analysis skills - demonstrated ability to use data to inform HR strategy and decision making
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with managers and employees.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Additional Information

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

NIQ may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools at various stages of the recruitment process, including résumé screening, candidate assessments, interview scheduling, job matching, communication support, and certain administrative tasks that help streamline workflows. These tools are intended to improve efficiency and support fair and consistent evaluation based on job‑related criteria. All use of AI is governed by NIQ’s principles of fairness, transparency, human oversight, and inclusion. Final hiring decisions are made exclusively by humans. NIQ regularly reviews its AI tools to help mitigate bias and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. If you have questions, require accommodations, or wish to request human review were permitted by law, please contact your local HR representative. For more information, please visit NIQ’s AI Safety Policies and Guiding Principles: https://nielseniq.com/global/en/info/niqs-ai-safety-policies/

About NIQ

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state‑of‑the‑art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population. For more information, visit NIQ.com

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At NIQ, we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives drives innovation and excellence. All employment decisions at NIQ are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We invite individuals who share our dedication to inclusivity and equity to join us in making a meaningful impact. To learn more about our ongoing efforts in diversity and inclusion, please visit the https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/diversity-inclusion

Experience Level

Senior Level