- The company name will be shared during the application process.

- Applicants must be currently residing in Mumbai or willing to relocate to Mumbai for this role.

About the Company:

HR Interface Recruitment Consulting has been exclusively mandated to hire for our client for this role based out of their Mumbai HQs.

With a presence across major Indian metros and international affiliations, the organization operates with a workforce strength of 400+ employees & rapidly growing & continues to evolve as a high-growth player in its category, combining innovation with excellence in execution.

About the Role:

Company: Name shared during process.

Official Designation: Head Human Resources & Administration.

Years of experience: 15-20+ years in Human Resources and Admin Management with atleast 5 years in a leadership capacity.

Job Type: Full-time, On-site.

Location: Mumbai.

Company Presence: Pan-India offices.

Compensation Band: Competitive, open to discussions.

Position Overview:

We are hiring a Head Human Resources & Administration to spearhead the HR and admin functions of a fast-growing, multi-location client company.

This is a strategic leadership role working directly with their Senior Management team, tasked with aligning people and operational strategies with business growth and scale.

This position oversees the full HR spectrum from talent strategy and policy formulation to L&D, engagement, and compliance.

In addition, the role includes operational oversight of administration, office infrastructure, and vendor management.

Role & Responsibilities:

HR Strategy & Leadership:

- Develop and implement a future-forward HR strategy aligned with business goals.

- Partner with leadership on talent planning, workforce strategy, and change management.

- Define, update, and enforce SOPs, employee handbooks, and HR policies.

Talent Acquisition & Management:

- Design and execute innovative hiring strategies to attract quality talent.

- Oversee workforce planning and implement structured onboarding programs.

- Build a strong employer brand presence.

Learning & Development:

- Establish structured L&D frameworks to build future leadership and skill capabilities.

- Promote succession planning and continuous development initiatives.

Performance Management:

- Lead the performance cycle including goal-setting, evaluations, and feedback.

- Align KPIs with department and company objectives.

Compensation & Benefits:

- Design competitive C&B structures benchmarked against market trends.

- Ensure payroll compliance and optimise employee benefits offerings.

Employee Engagement & Relations:

- Drive culture and engagement initiatives tailored to a diverse workforce.

- Oversee grievance redressal and employee communication strategies.

HR Compliance & Governance:

- Ensure legal compliance with labour laws, statutory filings, and audits.

- Stay updated on regulations and conduct periodic training sessions.

Administrative Management:

- Oversee office operations, facilities, maintenance, and security.

- Manage vendor relationships and procurement for all administrative needs.

- Supervise travel, logistics, and company asset management.

Budgeting & Cost Optimisation:

- Create and manage HR & Admin budgets.

- Identify opportunities for cost savings across HR and administration functions.

MIS and Reporting:

- Deliver timely HR/Admin MIS to leadership for strategic decisions.

- Maintain accurate HRIS and compliance data.

Key Competencies & Skills:

- Strategic planning & people leadership.

- Excellent interpersonal & communication abilities.

- Change management and policy formulation.

- Expertise in labour laws & compliance.

- High proficiency in HR systems, analytics, and reporting tools.

- Ethical, decisive, and result-oriented mindset.

Educational Qualifications:

- Masters degree in Human Resources / Business Administration.

- Certifications in Labour Law, OD, or HRM preferred.

Experience:

- 15-20+ years of HR & Admin experience, with minimum 5 years in a leadership role.

- Must have led HR across multiple office locations.

- Prior exposure to high touch, people based, Service industries is desirable.

Why This Role Stands Out:

- Directly influence the culture and people strategy of a well-established, growing brand.

- Be part of the leadership team and drive organisational transformation.

- Exposure to dynamic cross-functional teams and projects.

- Competitive compensation and a culture that values innovation and people-centric leadership.