Head of Human Resources

About Raintree Group:

Raintree Group consists of three entities dedicated to fostering innovation, sustainability, and social impact:

Raintree Family Office – Invests in sustainable solutions through for-profit and not-for-profit pools, balancing financial returns with environmental and social impact.

Raintree Foundation – Works on climate resilience and biodiversity conservation, focusing on clean energy, watershed ecology, livelihoods, and social inclusion.

Elephant in the Room – Promotes workplace mental health through training, workshops, and support programs.

Together, these entities drive meaningful change, integrating financial growth with environmental stewardship and social responsibility.

Job/Role Overview:

The Head of HR will lead the human resources strategy and execution for Raintree, overseeing HR functions across three key entities: Raintree Family Office, Raintree Foundation, and Elephant In The Room Consulting. This role requires a dynamic, experienced, and strategic HR leader who can independently and proactively manage HR operations, partner with senior leadership, and embed a high-performance, values-driven culture across the organization.

Raintree is at a pivotal stage of growth, and this role is crucial in ensuring a scalable, forward-thinking HR strategy that balances the needs of the organization, its founders, and its people. The Head of HR will play a key role in driving cultural transformation, fostering collaboration, accountability, and excellence, and ensuring a strong foundation for future growth.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Strategic HR Leadership:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive HR strategy aligned with Raintree's mission, vision, and growth objectives.
• Advise and support the CEOs of all three entities, as well as the Group CMO, CFO, and second-line leadership, to ensure HR strategies meet evolving business needs.
• Act as a trusted partner to the founders, ensuring HR decisions are aligned with long-term organizational interests and set the right precedent for future growth.
• Lead HR transformation efforts to align people strategy with business expansion, operational efficiencies, and culture-building initiatives.
• Design organization structures that support smooth business operations and are scalable and adaptable.
• Provide leadership and guidance to the HR team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Drive budgeting, cost efficiencies, and financial prudence within the HR function to optimize resources and maximize impact.

Culture, Change Management & Organizational Development:

• Act as the cultural architect for Raintree, ensuring that core values are embedded in all HR processes and business decisions.
• Drive cultural transformation efforts to enhance collaboration and build a workplace where high performance and integrity are rewarded.
• Lead change management initiatives to support business evolution, ensuring smooth transitions while managing turbulence and resistance to change.
• Develop and implement engagement strategies and employee wellness programs to enhance retention, morale, and productivity across all three entities.
• Anchor and drive a healthy and strong corporate culture based on Raintree's core values.
• Play a pivotal role in shaping and nurturing a positive and inclusive work culture that fosters employee engagement, satisfaction, and organizational success.

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning:

• Lead strategic workforce planning, ensuring competency-based headcount planning, succession planning, and talent pipelines.
• Oversee end-to-end recruitment, ensuring a strong hiring process that brings in the right talent aligned with business goals and culture.
• Ensure the onboarding process is seamless, setting new employees up for success with clear expectations, training, and integration into the company culture.
• Design and organize new-hire procedures, including employee orientation and training schedules, employee handbooks, and other necessary documentation.

HR Policies, Compliance & Best Practices:

• Design and implement robust HR policies that align with industry best practices and promote fairness, inclusivity, and compliance.
• Stay updated on employment/labour laws and ensure full legal compliance across all HR operations.
• Establish HR governance structures to ensure standardization and efficiency across entities.
• Oversee HR compliance activities, including audits, reporting, and training programs to mitigate risks and ensure legal and regulatory compliance.

Performance Management & Leadership Development:

• Oversee a fair, transparent, and effective performance management system, ensuring goal setting, feedback, and appraisals drive employee growth and accountability.
• Develop leadership and professional development programs to groom future leaders and high-potential employees.
• Design learning & development initiatives that equip employees with the skills needed to grow within the organization.
• Spearhead leadership and skill development training programs for teams, identifying and grooming high-growth individuals.
• Create contingency plans and mitigation measures for critical roles within the team.

HR Operations & Data-Driven Decision Making:

• Ensure operational excellence in HR processes, reducing inefficiencies and creating a seamless employee experience.
• Monitor and manage HR budgets, automation initiatives, and system integrations to enhance HR efficiency.
• Implement HR analytics and reporting, providing leadership with insights on key HR metrics to drive data-backed decision-making.
• Lead HR automation and software migrations as needed for the function and for the group.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement cost-efficient HR solutions that align with business objectives.

Employee Relations, Conflict Resolution & Grievance Management:

• Act as a key mediator and advisor in handling employee grievances, conflicts, and workplace dynamics.
• Foster open communication, trust, and alignment across all levels of the organization.
• Build processes to identify and address potential risks related to employee relations before they escalate.
• Play a critical role in promoting a safe and healthy work environment, protecting employee well-being, and minimizing organizational risk related to occupational safety and health.

Internal Communications & Employer Branding:

• Build and execute a strong internal communications strategy in collaboration with the Marketing & Communications team.
• Strengthen employer branding initiatives to attract and retain top talent, reinforcing Raintree's reputation as a workplace of choice.
• Develop engagement programs that build a sense of identity, purpose, and alignment across the workforce.

Key Qualifications & Experience:

• 12+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, preferably in multi-entity, start-up, or growing organizations.
• Strong experience in HR strategy, culture building, organizational development, change management, and talent management.
• Proven ability to navigate complex organizational dynamics, manage conflict, and drive alignment in evolving businesses.
• Experience managing HR for leadership teams and founders, balancing business priorities with people's needs.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, compliance, and best HR practices.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills with the ability to influence and drive change.
• A strategic mindset combined with the ability to execute and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

What We're Looking For:

• A proactive and independent HR leader who takes ownership and makes sound HR decisions that serve the best interests of the organization and its founders.
• A strong and mature professional who can handle turbulence and guide the organization through change with confidence.
• A cultural champion who can rebuild trust, drive engagement, and foster an inclusive and high-performance work environment.
• A problem solver with a keen understanding of people dynamics and how to shape culture for long-term organizational success.
• An operationally excellent HR leader who enhances stakeholder satisfaction, efficiency, and productivity across HR functions.
• A leader who can drive HR budgeting, cost efficiencies, and ensure prudent resource management.

This role will involve regular travel to all Raintree offices, including all rural field offices.

If you are a strategic HR leader with the ability to drive change, build strong teams, and create a positive impact, we invite you to join Raintree and shape the future of our people and culture.

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Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is closed, though early applications are strongly encouraged.

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Ashbira Singh

Associate Partner

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Alisha Coelho

Talent Consultant

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