Head - HR Operations - Banking

This role leads the end-to-end HR operations function with a strong emphasis on scaling systems, processes, and payroll infrastructure for a growing workforce. You will ensure accurate, compliant, and efficient operations while building robust frameworks to support future expansion.

Client Details:

Our client is a high-growth, technology-led organisation backed by a large global institution. With a strong presence in India and rapid expansion across multiple locations, the company combines entrepreneurial agility with strong governance and operational rigor.

Description:

- Lead end-to-end HR operations across the employee lifecycle, supporting a large and distributed workforce

- Own and oversee high-volume payroll operations, ensuring 100% accuracy, timeliness, and compliance across multiple entities and locations

- Manage statutory compliance in payroll (PF, ESIC, TDS, gratuity, etc.) and stay ahead of regulatory changes

- Drive payroll transformation initiatives, including automation, controls, reconciliations, and audit readiness

- Own HRMS (Darwinbox or equivalent), including system scalability, integrations, and data governance

- Ensure seamless coordination between payroll, finance, and compliance teams

- Build and standardize SOPs to support scale, reduce manual dependency, and improve efficiency

- Lead audits, risk management, and compliance frameworks across HR operations

- Manage HR operations delivery for a geographically dispersed and growing employee base

- Drive performance management cycles, including calibration and compensation planning

- Partner closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to align HR operations with business growth

Profile:

- 12+ years of experience in HR Operations, with significant exposure to large-scale payroll management

- Proven experience managing high employee volumes and multi-location operations

- Strong expertise in payroll compliance, audits, and HRMS platforms (Darwinbox preferred)

- Experience building scalable HR processes and automation-led environments

- Strong analytical mindset with the ability to manage complexity and stakeholder expectations

- Demonstrated ability to operate in fast-growing, evolving organisations

Job Offer:

- Opportunity to lead and scale HR operations and payroll for a high-growth organisation

- End-to-end ownership of a critical, high-impact function with complexity and visibility

- Close collaboration with senior leadership on strategic initiatives

- A fast-paced, growth-oriented environment with strong global backing

- Competitive compensation and long-term career growth opportunities