Director - Human Resources - Education

A global edtech player is looking for a dynamic and seasoned Human Resources Leader to join as Director - HR for a new fast paced business vertical. This is a strategic and hands-on role, blending core HR responsibilities with a robust Admin & Logistics portfolio, vital for supporting a globally dispersed academic and operational ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities include and are not limited to

1. Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

- Lead end-to-end recruitment of academic (full-time and adjunct faculty) and functional staff.

- Partner with academic leadership to forecast talent needs and build strategic hiring pipelines.

- Own and optimize the TA strategy to ensure hiring quality, time efficiency, and a world-class candidate experience.

2. HR Business Partnering

- Act as the primary HR advisor for academic and operations teams

- Implement HR programs in performance management, learning & development, and succession planning.

- Consult on organizational design, culture building, and engagement strategy.

3. HR Operations, Compliance & Payroll

- Ensure compliance with labor laws, especially for remote/global faculty employment.

- Collaborate with finance, legal, and payroll teams for seamless and timely payroll execution.

- Maintain a centralized repository of contracts, documentation, and HR policies.

4. Onboarding & Employee Experience

- Curate customized onboarding experiences suited to academic environments.

- Champion a culture of inclusivity, learning, and global collaboration.

5. Admin & Logistics Management

- Oversee student and faculty housing operations, ensuring comfort, safety, and service standards.

- Coordinate vendor relationships, including facility management, housing, travel, and support services.

- Manage travel and transport arrangements for students, faculty, and guests across multiple university campus locations.

- Partner with campus operations teams to align HR, housing, and logistical needs smoothly.

6. HR Data, Reporting & Insights

- Leverage data analytics to monitor hiring, attrition, compliance, and engagement.

- Present HR metrics and actionable insights to leadership.

Qualifications & Skills:

- 7-12 years of experience across HRBP, Talent Acquisition, and HR Operations.

- Proven exposure to educational, research, or global academic environments is a plus. Experience with a fast paced startup is also welcome.

- Strong experience in admin/logistics coordination, vendor management, and multi-site operations.

- Excellent communication, program management, and stakeholder engagement skills.

- Self-driven, agile, and capable of thriving in a fast-paced startup-like environment.