Senior HR Manager

Key ResponsibilitiesI. Strategic HR Framework- Set up the HR department framework with clear SOPs and an HR handbook.- Define and document processes for recruitment, induction, onboarding, and performance evaluation.- Audit existing HR processes and create a structured, scalable HR system.- Ensure end-to-end visibility across recruitment, onboarding, payroll, performance, and compliance from Day Zero.- Conduct quarterly process reviews to keep HR aligned with business goals.II. Policy, Compliance & POSH- Design and implement company policies – leave, attendance, expense reimbursement, WFH, POSH, and code of conduct.- Automate policy access, communication and acknowledgments through Zoho People / HRMS.- Maintain a policy governance framework – version control, approvals, communication and digital acknowledgements (e-sign).- Conduct regular policy reviews for legal compliance and relevance.- Support and implement POSH committee processes and training.III. Workforce & Performance Lifecycle- Standardize the recruitment & approvals process, ensuring proper documentation and HRMS integration.- Lead induction & onboarding, including digital tutorials and HR portal walkthroughs.- Design and implement performance appraisal, goal-setting, promotion and increment frameworks.- Link performance outcomes to compensation, bonuses and succession planning.- Drive culture, engagement and grievance redressal through structured programs and communication channels.IV. Rewards, Payroll & Financial Compliance- Own monthly payroll through Zoho Payroll – verification, approvals, and statutory compliance.- Ensure timely filings for PF, ESIC, TDS, PT, Bonus, Gratuity, etc.- Coordinate closely with Finance for payroll reconciliation and HR audits.- Track overtime, on-field allowances and related dashboards.Employee Financial Awareness & ITR Support- Organise annual ITR awareness sessions with external CAs.- Guide employees on investment declarations, proofs and tax-saving options.- Maintain a central HRMS repository for ITR-related communication and templates.- Coordinate with Finance to ensure employee declarations reflect correctly in payroll.V. HR Technology, Reporting & Governance- Lead the implementation and optimisation of Zoho (People, Expenses & Payroll,).- Build HR dashboards for attendance, attrition, payroll cost, overtime and engagement.- Ensure data accuracy, security and access control in all HR systems.- Automate monthly HR summaries & MIS for leadership.- Prepare monthly HR reports (headcount, attrition, hiring metrics, payroll cost, overtime, etc.) and provide insights for workforce planning.- Maintain audit trails for all payroll and policy changes.VI. Exit & Offboarding- Manage exit formalities, asset handover and knowledge transfer.- Conduct exit interviews, track attrition trends and share insights with leadership.- Ensure timely full & final settlements and complete compliance documentation.-What We’re Looking For- 3+ years of experience in core HR, with strong exposure to HR strategy + operations.- Experience setting up or restructuring HR processes in a growing organisation / startup / agency.- Hands-on experience with HRMS tools (preferably only Zoho People Zoho Expenses & Zoho Payroll).- Strong understanding of Indian labour laws, PF, ESIC, TDS, POSH, and payroll compliance.- Comfort with data, dashboards and MIS – you love tracking numbers as much as people.- Excellent communication, stakeholder management and documentation skills.