We have an opportunity Head - Employee Life Cycle Management

- MBA / PGDM in Human Resources or equivalent

- 10-15 years of experience in HR operations or employee life cycle management

- Prior experience in a lead or managerial role

Designation: AGM/DGM - HR

Department: Human Resources

Reports to: VP & Head - HR

The Lead - Employee Life Cycle is responsible for managing and optimizing all stages of the employee journey, from onboarding to exit. This role ensures a seamless, compliant, and engaging employee experience while aligning HR processes with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Employee Life Cycle Management:

- Lead and oversee end-to-end employee life cycle processes including onboarding, confirmation, performance management, transfers, promotions, compensation changes, and exits.

- Ensure smooth coordination between recruitment, payroll, HR operations, and business stakeholders.

Onboarding & Induction:

- Design and implement structured onboarding programs to ensure positive employee experience and faster productivity.

- Ensure timely completion of joining formalities and system entries.

Employee Data & HR Operations:

- Maintain accurate employee records in HRMS/ATS systems.

- Ensure adherence to HR policies, internal controls, and statutory compliance.

Performance & Engagement:

- Support performance management cycles including goal setting, mid-year and annual reviews.

- Drive employee engagement initiatives and track effectiveness.

Succession Planning:

- To design, implement, and manage the organization's succession planning framework to ensure leadership continuity, critical role coverage, and a strong internal talent pipeline aligned with business strategy.

Policy Implementation & Compliance:

- Implement HR policies and ensure consistent application across the organization.

- Monitor statutory and labor law compliance in coordination with payroll and legal teams.

Employee Relations:

- Act as a point of contact for employee queries related to life cycle events.

- Handle escalations, grievances, and disciplinary processes professionally.

Exit Management:

- Manage resignation, termination, and retirement processes.

- Conduct exit interviews and analyze attrition trends for actionable insights.

Process Improvement & Automation:

- Identify gaps and improve employee life cycle processes through automation and best practices.

- Lead HR audits and process documentation.

Reporting & Analytics:

- Prepare MIS reports and dashboards related to headcount, attrition, onboarding, and employee movements.

- Provide data-driven insights to HR leadership and business heads.

Skills & Competencies:

- Strong knowledge of end-to-end HR operations and employee life cycle processes

- Hands-on experience with HRMS

- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

- Analytical mindset with attention to detail

- Ability to lead process improvements and manage change

PS: Payroll, Training & Recruitment will not be part of this role.