Director - Human Resources

Director – Human Resources

Department: Human Resources - Daskalos

Location: Mumbai

About Emeritus & Daskalos:

Emeritus is redefining global education by making high-quality learning accessible and affordable for individuals, companies, and governments. Through partnerships with over 80 world-class universities, Emeritus delivers industry-relevant programs across formats—including short courses, degrees, and executive programs—to more than 300,000 learners across 80+ countries.

Daskalos, a strategic initiative of Emeritus, pioneers transnational education in India by helping leading global universities establish joint campuses under the evolving Indian regulatory framework. With over 15 institutions in advanced discussions, Daskalos is shaping the next chapter in global higher education.

Role Overview:

We are looking for a dynamic and seasoned Human Resources Leader to join as Director – HR for the Daskalos vertical. This is a strategic and hands-on role, blending core HR responsibilities with a robust Admin & Logistics portfolio , vital for supporting a globally dispersed academic and operational ecosystem.

In addition to HR Business Partnering, Talent Acquisition, HR Operations, Compliance, and Payroll, this role includes management of student and faculty housing, vendor coordination, travel and transport for university campuses , and other logistical functions that are essential to university operations in India.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

• Lead end-to-end recruitment of academic (full-time and adjunct faculty) and functional staff.
• Partner with academic leadership to forecast talent needs and build strategic hiring pipelines.
• Own and optimize the TA strategy to ensure hiring quality, time efficiency, and a world-class candidate experience.

2. HR Business Partnering

• Act as the primary HR advisor for academic and operations teams across Daskalos.
• Implement HR programs in performance management, learning & development, and succession planning.
• Consult on organizational design, culture building, and engagement strategy.

3. HR Operations, Compliance & Payroll

• Ensure compliance with labor laws, especially for remote/global faculty employment.
• Collaborate with finance, legal, and payroll teams for seamless and timely payroll execution.
• Maintain a centralized repository of contracts, documentation, and HR policies.

4. Onboarding & Employee Experience

• Curate customized onboarding experiences suited to academic environments.
• Champion a culture of inclusivity, learning, and global collaboration.
• Serve as a cultural ambassador of Emeritus values within Daskalos.

5. Admin & Logistics Management

• Oversee student and faculty housing operations , ensuring comfort, safety, and service standards.
• Coordinate vendor relationships , including facility management, housing, travel, and support services.
• Manage travel and transport arrangements for students, faculty, and guests across multiple university campus locations.
• Partner with campus operations teams to align HR, housing, and logistical needs smoothly.

6. HR Data, Reporting & Insights

• Leverage data analytics to monitor hiring, attrition, compliance, and engagement.
• Present HR metrics and actionable insights to Daskalos and Emeritus leadership.

Qualifications & Skills:

• 10–15 years of experience across HRBP, Talent Acquisition, and HR Operations.
• Proven exposure to educational, research, or global academic environments is a plus.
• Strong experience in admin/logistics coordination , vendor management, and multi-site operations.
• Excellent communication, program management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• In-depth knowledge of labor laws and compliance, especially in multi-location and cross-border contexts.
• Self-driven, agile, and capable of thriving in a fast-paced startup-like environment.

Emeritus provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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