Senior Manager - Axis HR

Axis Max Life Insurance Limited; Tamil Nadu; On-site; INR 2,000,000 - 4,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Axis Max Life Insurance Limited is seeking a Senior Manager – HR to lead Talent Acquisition and Talent Management, shaping a high-performance culture and driving end-to-end hiring initiatives across the organization.

You will design frameworks to attract, develop, and retain top talent, partner with senior leaders on workforce planning, and mentor a team of HR professionals to deliver excellence in people management.

Qualifications

• 7+ years HR experience with focus on Talent Acquisition and Talent Management.
• Experience leading recruitment and talent programs at scale.
• Ability to partner with senior leaders to align HR strategies with business goals.
• Knowledge of labor laws, compliance, DEI best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle Talent Acquisition strategy across business units.
• Develop Talent Management frameworks including succession planning and performance management.
• Forecast hiring needs with senior leadership and align strategies.
• Mentor and coach HR professionals to drive growth.
• Use data analytics to refine recruitment channels and employer branding.
• Drive onboarding, career pathing, and leadership development programs.
• Ensure compliance with labor regulations and HR policies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to foster high performance culture.
• Track HR metrics and present insights to executives.
• Champion change management and organizational transformation initiatives.

Skills

Talent Acquisition

Talent Management

Stakeholder management

HR analytics

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business Administration

Tools

Applicant Tracking Systems

Job description

Axis is seeking a strategic and people‑centric Senior Manager – HR to lead our Talent Acquisition and Talent Management functions. In this influential role, you will shape a high‑performance culture, drive end-to-end hiring initiatives, and design programs that attract, develop, and retain top talent. If you are passionate about building teams, nurturing potential, and steering organizational growth, we want to hear from you.

Senior Manager – HR

Responsibilities

• Own and execute the full-cycle Talent Acquisition strategy, ensuring timely hiring of high-caliber candidates across all business units.
• Develop and implement Talent Management frameworks, including succession planning, workforce planning, and performance management.
• Partner with senior leadership to forecast hiring needs and align talent strategies with business objectives.
• Lead, mentor, and coach a team of HR professionals, fostering continuous learning and professional growth.
• Leverage data analytics and market insights to refine recruitment channels, employer branding, and talent retention initiatives.
• Drive employee engagement programs, including onboarding, career pathing, and leadership development.
• Ensure compliance with labor regulations, HR policies, and diversity, equity & inclusion best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed a culture of high performance and accountability throughout the organization.
• Track and report on HR metrics, presenting insights and recommendations to executive leadership.
• Champion change management efforts and support organizational transformation projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive HR experience with a strong focus on Talent Acquisition and Talent Management.
• Proven track record of leading and scaling recruitment and talent programs in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to partner with senior stakeholders to align HR strategies with business goals.
• Solid understanding of labor laws, compliance standards, and best practices in diversity and inclusion.
• Exceptional leadership, coaching, and team-building skills.
• Data-driven mindset with proficiency in HR analytics and applicant tracking systems.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

Nice to Have

• Master’s degree in HR, Organizational Psychology, or MBA.
• Experience in implementing HR technology platforms (e.g., Workday, SuccessFactors, Greenhouse).
• Certification such as SHRM‑SCP, SPHR, or equivalent.
• Background in a high-growth start-up or multinational environment.
• Expertise in employer branding and social recruiting strategies.