Head - Human Resource - IT

Key Responsibilities:

1. IT Talent Acquisition & Strategy (50%)

- Lead the end-to-end recruitment lifecycle for high-end IT roles (Software Engineers, Architects, Product Managers, etc.).

- Develop and execute sourcing strategies to attract top-tier tech talent in a competitive market.

- Partner with technical leads to understand project requirements and define precise candidate personas.

- Manage employer branding initiatives to position as a "Top Employer of Choice." in the Chennai tech ecosystem.

- Optimize recruitment metrics, including Time-to-Hire, Quality-of-Hire, and Cost-per-Hire.

2. Strategic HR & People Management (50%)

- Performance Management: Design and implement robust appraisal systems and OKRs aligned with business goals.

- Employee Engagement: Drive initiatives to foster a high-performance culture and improve employee retention.

- Policy Development: Formulate and update HR policies and procedures in compliance with statutory requirements.

- Learning & Development: Identify skill gaps and coordinate training programs for both technical and behavioral growth.

- Compensation & Benefits: Oversee payroll, benefits administration, and annual salary benchmarking.

- Employee Relations: Act as a trusted advisor to employees and management, resolving grievances and managing workplace dynamics.

Leadership & Team Management:

- Directly manage and mentor a team of 5-7 HR professionals, including recruiters and HR generalists.

- Work closely with the Founder to align human capital strategies with the long-term vision.

- Provide data-driven insights and HR analytics to the leadership team for informed decision-making.

Desired Candidate Profile:

- Education : Mandatory B.Tech/B.E. degree followed by a full-time MBA in HR.

- Experience : Minimum 10 years of experience, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership role within an IT/Product environment.

- Tech Savvy : Deep understanding of IT stacks and the ability to evaluate technical resumes effectively.