Job Title: Vice President - Human Resources (VP - HR)

Location: Gurgaon, India

Industry: FMCG / OTC / Consumer Goods / MNC Brand

About the Company:

A leading FMCG OTC multinational company with a strong global brand presence in the healthcare and consumer goods sector. The organization is focused on driving sustainable growth, innovation, and employee excellence.

Job Purpose:

To lead and execute the overall HR strategy, aligned with business objectives, by developing robust talent management practices, strengthening organizational culture, driving employee engagement, and enabling digital HR transformation.

Key Responsibilities:

1. HR Strategy & Leadership

- Define and implement the comprehensive HR strategy in line with the company's business goals.

- Act as a strategic partner to the Leadership Team to align HR initiatives with business priorities.

- Lead organizational design, workforce planning, and change management initiatives.

2. Talent Acquisition & Succession Planning

- Develop and execute strategic talent acquisition plans to attract high-potential talent.

- Design and implement a strong succession planning framework to ensure leadership pipeline readiness.

- Oversee campus hiring as well as experienced hiring processes.

3. Performance Management & Learning Development

- Drive the design and implementation of a robust performance management system.

- Strategize and deliver Learning & Development initiatives, with a focus on leadership development and skill enhancement.

- Promote a culture of continuous coaching and mentoring.

4. Employee Engagement & Culture Development

- Conduct regular employee engagement surveys and drive action plans for continuous improvement.

- Build and promote a high-performance, inclusive, and positive organizational culture.

- Implement well-being initiatives to enhance employee experience.

5. Compensation & Benefits Management

- Design competitive compensation and benefits structures aligned with market benchmarks.

- Manage annual salary review and incentive programs.

- Drive recognition and reward frameworks to foster employee motivation.

6. Industrial Relations & Compliance

- Ensure compliance with all local labour laws and HR-related regulations.

- Manage employee relations, grievances, and disciplinary processes.

- Maintain governance frameworks and HR policy updates.

7. HR Digital Transformation

- Lead the implementation of HRIS systems and automate HR processes.

- Drive data-driven decision-making practices in HR operations.

Qualifications & Experience:

- MBA in Human Resources or equivalent.

- 12-15 years of total HR experience, including 5+ years in senior leadership roles, preferably in FMCG / OTC industries.

- Strong expertise in strategic HR management, talent management, organizational development, and compliance.

- Proven ability to lead large teams and implement strategic HR initiatives in fast-paced environments.

- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and interpersonal skills.

- Exposure to MNC working culture and global HR practices.

Reporting To:

Managing Director / CEO

Personal Attributes:

- Strategic thinker with strong execution capability.

- Influential leadership style with a collaborative mindset.

- High emotional intelligence and adaptability.

- Data-driven decision-making approach.

- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.