Associate Director

HR strategy + HR Transformation + Total RewardsShift: UK Shift ( 2pm onwards) People with Consulting background and education from Tier 1 collegePosition Overview:- We are seeking a highly strategic and results-driven professional to join our team as HR - Strategic Initiatives (Global).- This role is pivotal in driving key organizational initiatives with a strong focus on HR strategy and transformation.Key Responsibilities:Strategic HR Leadership:- Lead and drive enterprise-wide HR transformation initiatives, ensuring alignment with business objectives.- Develop and implement HR strategies that enhance organizational effectiveness, agility, and workforce capability on a global scale.Business Transformation & Change Management:- Spearhead high-impact HR projects, focusing on business transformation, organizational design, and change management.- Partner with business leaders to design scalable HR frameworks that support business expansion and workforce optimization.Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A):- Play a pivotal role in the M&A portfolio expansion, overseeing HR due diligence, integration strategy, and cultural assimilation.- Develop and execute a phased approach to scaling HR capabilities in acquired entities.Talent & Workforce Strategy:- Drive workforce planning, skills development, and internal talent mobility to ensure right talent pipeline for critical roles.- Aid in innovative talent programs, training, re-skilling, and career progression frameworks that align with future business needs.- Lead succession planning efforts, ensuring a strong leadership pipeline across key functions.HR Technology & Digital Transformation:- Champion the adoption of HR automation and digital tools to enhance efficiency and employee experience.- Leverage technology to solve organizational challenges, drive analytics-based decision-making, and improve HR service delivery.- Oversee the deployment of HR transformation tools, such as Voice of Employee (VoE) and AI-driven HR analytics.Compensation & Benefits Strategy:- Design and implement scalable C&B frameworks, ensuring competitiveness and alignment with global best practices.- Drive pay equity, rewards optimization, and total rewards strategies to enhance employee engagement and retention.Ideal Candidate Profile:Education & Experience:- MBA from a top-tier business school, preferably with a specialization in HR, Strategy, or Organizational Development.- Extensive experience in HR consulting and strategic HR leadership, with a strong track record of leading HR transformation at scale.- Experience in leading global HR operations, workforce planning, and business-aligned HR initiativesIndustry & Consulting Exposure:- Background in top tier HR consulting firms with a strong understanding of HR transformation will be a mandatory requirement for the role- Exposure to BPO, IT/ITES, or high-growth service industries is highly preferred.Core Competencies:- Strategic problem-solving mindset with the ability to drive data-backed decision-making.- Technology-savvy HR leader, capable of leveraging HR tech, AI, and automation for business impact.- Proven expertise in managing complex projects, stakeholder relationships, and cross-functional teams.- Strong leadership style, influencing skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment (ref:iimjobs.com)