Manager - Human Resources - Digital Engineering Centre

About the Role

Our client, a leading European organization, is setting up a Digital Engineering Centre in India to drive global innovation and transformation initiatives.

We are looking for a hands-on HR leader who will own the entire HR function end-to-end. This is a standalone role that requires both strategic thinking and day-to-day execution - from shaping people strategy and culture to managing recruitment, employee lifecycle, and HR operations, while partnering closely with global stakeholders across Europe.

Key Responsibilities:-

Strategic HR Leadership:

- Define and drive the HR strategy aligned with global business objectives

- Partner with senior leadership as a trusted advisor across India and Europe

- Lead workforce planning, organization design, and scaling initiatives

Global & Cross-Cultural Collaboration:

- Act as a bridge between India and European teams

- Drive alignment in culture, communication, and ways of working

- Enable effective cross-border collaboration

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Management:

- Lead end-to-end hiring across technical and business roles

- Build strong talent pipelines to support rapid growth

- Ensure seamless onboarding and structured offboarding processes

HR Operations & Administration:

- Oversee payroll, employee lifecycle management, and HR operations

- Manage HR systems, reporting, and employee records

- Ensure operational efficiency across HR processes

Compliance & Governance (India):

- Ensure adherence to Indian labor laws and statutory regulations

- Manage PF, ESI, Gratuity, Professional Tax, and related compliance

- Liaise with auditors and regulatory authorities

- Ensure audit readiness and governance frameworks

Culture & Employee Experience:

- Build a high-performance, inclusive, and engaging work environment

- Drive employee engagement and well-being initiatives

- Strengthen organizational culture and team cohesion

Performance Management & Development:

- Implement performance management frameworks aligned with global standards

- Support leadership in goal setting, feedback, and development planning

- Drive learning and development initiatives

Stakeholder Management:

- Partner with business leaders on organizational challenges

- Provide guidance on employee relations and conflict resolution

- Enable transparent and effective communication

Workplace & Office Management:

- Oversee office operations and workplace experience

- Manage vendors and employee services

- Ensure alignment with organizational standards

Experience:-

- 610+ years of experience in Human Resources

- Strong experience in HR operations, payroll, and compliance in India

- Proven track record in scaling teams and supporting business growth

- Experience in global or cross-cultural environments preferred

- Strong knowledge of HR systems and Microsoft 365

Education:-

- Bachelors / Masters degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field

Key Skills:-

- Strong knowledge of Indian labor laws and compliance

- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

- High intercultural sensitivity and global mindset

- Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities

- Ability to balance strategy with execution