People/HR Business Partner - AgriTech

Roles & Responsibilities :

Role - People/HR Business Partner

What the role involves :

Employee Relations :

1. Act as a point of contact (conduct regular 1:1) for employee relations matters, providing guidance on HR policies and procedures.

2. Resolve employee conflicts and address grievances in a fair and timely manner.

3. Support managers in handling disciplinary actions and performance improvement plans.

Employee Engagement :

1. Implement initiatives to foster a positive and inclusive work culture.

2. Promote employee engagement through activities, events, and recognition programs.

3. Conduct employee surveys, analyze results, and recommend action plans to improve engagement.

Performance Management :

1. Develop and implement performance management programs, including goal setting, performance reviews, and feedback mechanisms.

2. Support managers in providing regular coaching and mentoring to enhance employee performance.

3. Assist in identifying training and development needs to support performance improvement.

Talent Acquisition and Management :

1. Collaborate with hiring managers to identify workforce needs and develop job descriptions.

2. Work closely with the TA team to hire the right candidates.

3. Implement effective onboarding and orientation programs for new employees. 4. Work closely with managers to develop talent management strategies and succession plans.

Learning and Development :

1. Identify training needs and design and deliver relevant training programs.

2. Support employees' professional development and career progression through coaching, mentoring, and talent management initiatives.

HR Policies, Metrics and Reporting :

Work closely with the HR Ops team to :

1. Develop and communicate HR policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure consistency and fairness across the organization.

2. Analyze HR data and trends to generate reports and insights for senior management. 3. Provide recommendations based on data-driven insights to improve HR processes and enhance organizational effectiveness.

Change Management :

1. Support organizational change initiatives and provide guidance to managers and employees during periods of transition.

2. Develop change management strategies and communication plans.

Who are we looking for :

Must-Haves :

1. Proven experience of 3-5 years as an People/HR Business Partner preferably in technology startups.

2. Strong knowledge of HR best practices, employment laws, and regulations. 3. Demonstrated experience in employee relations, performance management, and organizational development.

4. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence at all levels of the organization.

5. Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a proactive and customer-centric approach.

6. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

7. Analytical mindset with the ability to use HR data and metrics to drive insights and decision-making.

8. Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives concurrently.

9. High level of integrity and ethical conduct.

Good-to-Haves :

1. Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

2. Experience working in a global or multicultural environment.

3. Familiarity with HRIS (Human Resources Information Systems) and HR analytics tools.

4. Experience in change management and supporting organizational transformation.

5. Knowledge of emerging HR trends and practices.

6. Experience in employer branding and employee retention strategies.

7. Demonstrated ability to lead and facilitate training and development programs.

What we offer :

- Opportunity to create and sustain great culture in an org that's at the cutting edge of space tech and agriculture

- Opportunity to be a part of the journey to create and scale agri-lending's central tech stack in India

- Flat organizational structure and accessibility

- Best in class leave policy

- Additional allowances for learning, skill development, broadband, medical insurance cover for you and your dependents, etc.