Description:

Designation : Senior Manager - People & Talent

Job Location : BKC, Mumbai ( Hybrid, 3 days from office )

Role and Responsibilities

- Global Recruitment: Build and Optimize the Talent Pipeline

- Design and implement a system for attracting and retaining A-players globally.

- Drive initiatives to increase the quality and quantity of the candidate pipeline.

- Lead employer branding efforts to position Handelnine Global as an employer of choice.

- Scaling Up Implementation

- Program Manage the ongoing implementation of the Scaling Up framework across the organization, participating in all L1 (Leadership) and L2 meetings.

- Collaborate closely with department heads each quarter to identify A/B/C players in their teams and take appropriate action (development plans, team reshuffles, etc.).

- Employee Engagement and Retention

- Own and drive improvement in the eNPS (Employee Net Promoter Score), ensuring an upward trend each quarter.

- Foster the companys core values:

- Fast Decision, Sharp Execution

- Own the Outcomes

- Relentlessly Learning

- Challenge Respectfully

- Experiment to Improve

- Ensure these values permeate the company culture.

- Develop and lead engagement programs for a predominantly remote workforce to boost retention, motivation, and cohesion.

- Compensation & Benefits

- Oversee the design and management of competitive compensation and benefits programs that align with company goals.

- Ensure a balance between cost-efficiency and maximizing employee value.

Requirements:

- Experience: The ideal candidate has 8-12 years of experience in HR leadership roles, preferably in ecommerce, tech, or consumer-driven industries. Experience in working with remote, global teams is a strong plus.

- Program Management Skills: Proven experience managing the implementation of organizational frameworks such as Scaling Up, OKRs, or other strategic initiatives, along with the ability to act as a program manager across multiple levels of leadership (L1 and L2).

- Data-Driven: Strong analytical skills and experience with metrics such as eNPS or other employee satisfaction tools. Capable of using data to drive decisions, track progress, and improve employee engagement and retention.

- Leadership & Communication: Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. Capable of influencing and collaborating with senior leadership and stakeholders across global teams. Adept at building strong working relationships in a predominantly remote environment.

- Cultural Fit: Demonstrated experience fostering a companys core values, such as Action Bias, Solution Ownership, and Efficiency. The ability to instill these values across the organization and lead by example.

- Employer Branding & Recruitment: Expertise in global recruitment and building a strong employer brand that attracts and retains A-players, with proven experience in managing employer branding initiatives and sourcing high-quality talent pipelines.

- Agility & Innovation: Experience working in fast-paced environments (e.g., startups or rapidly scaling businesses). Ability to experiment, adapt, and implement new best practices, tools, or frameworks that enhance employee engagement and performance.

- Ownership Mindset: Demonstrates a high degree of ownership over HR initiatives and the Scaling Up implementation, with a result-focused approach and the ability to work independently with accountability.

Why Join Us?

- Strategic Pulse of the Company: As an integral part of leadership meetings, youll be deeply connected to the strategic direction of Handelnine Global, gaining invaluable insight and experience

- Remote Work: Enjoy the flexibility of working remotely, eliminating daily commutes while maintaining a work-life balance that suits you best.

- In-Person Engagement: While predominantly remote, youll have the opportunity to participate in monthly in-person meetings and quarterly and annual conferences to strengthen team collaboration and maintain personal connections.

- Global Team Collaboration: Embrace the opportunity to work with a diverse and global team. At Handelnine Global, youll collaborate with talented professionals from around the world, offering unique perspectives and insights that enrich our work and culture.

- Growth Opportunities: Joining Handelnine Global means being part of a rapidly growing company.