Director - HR Strategic Initiatives - Global - TISS/XLRI/FMS/MDI

Description:

Job Posting: HR Strategic Initiatives (Global)

(Consulting Background Mandatory)

Location: Global Role

Function: HR Strategy & Transformation

About the Role:

We are looking for a high-impact, strategy-driven HR leader to join us as HR Strategic Initiatives (Global). This role will anchor enterprise-level HR transformation and organizational initiatives, partnering with senior leadership to shape the future of our global workforce. Ideal candidates come with a strong foundation in HR consulting and extensive exposure to large-scale transformation programs.

Key Responsibilities:

HR Strategy & Transformation Leadership

- Drive end-to-end, enterprise-wide HR transformation programs that align with business priorities.

- Build and execute HR strategies that strengthen organizational agility, performance, and global workforce capabilities.

Business Transformation & Change Management

- Lead high-visibility transformation projects involving organizational design, process modernization, and change management.

- Work closely with business leaders to design scalable, future-ready HR frameworks that support business expansion.

Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)

- Play a strategic role in HR due diligence, integration planning, culture alignment, and workforce transition for M&A initiatives.

- Develop phased HR integration roadmaps to scale acquired entities smoothly and effectively.

Talent & Workforce Strategy

- Lead global workforce planning, internal mobility, and capability-building initiatives.

- Drive talent development, reskilling, leadership development, and career architecture programs aligned to future business needs.

- Strengthen succession planning and leadership pipeline readiness across critical roles.

HR Technology & Digital Enablement

- Champion HR tech adoption - including automation, analytics, and digital HR tools - to enhance service delivery and employee experience.

- Oversee deployment of HR platforms including Voice of Employee (VoE) systems and AI-led HR analytics.

- Use data-driven insights to solve organizational challenges and accelerate decision-making.

Compensation & Benefits Strategy

- Design scalable, competitive C&B frameworks that support global workforce needs.

- Lead initiatives on pay equity, rewards optimization, and total rewards strategy to improve engagement and retention.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

Education & Experience:

- MBA from a reputed/top-tier institution with specialization in HR, Strategy, or Organization Development.

- Strong background in HR consulting with proven experience leading large-scale HR transformation initiatives.

- Experience driving global HR operations, workforce strategy, and organizational capability-building.

Industry & Consulting Exposure:

- Previous experience in top-tier consulting firms (mandatory).

- Exposure to BPO, IT/ITES, GCCs, or high-growth service industries is strongly preferred.

Core Competencies:

- Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving capability.

- Demonstrated ability to manage complex, cross-functional transformation programs.

- Technology-forward mindset with hands-on experience leveraging HR tech, AI, and digital tools.

- Strong stakeholder management, influence, and leadership skills in fast-paced environments.