Human Resources Executive

Job Description

HR Executive Centro Hotels

Location:Pune, India

About Us

Centro Hotels, the flagship brand of SARC Hospitality founded by Chaitanya and Aishwarya Adgaonkar, is a boutique hotel designed for the modern traveler. Situated in the vibrant heart of Pune, Centro blends thoughtful design, sustainability, and heartfelt hospitality to create memorable guest experiences. With offerings such asChirp(our plant-forward caf) andBloom(our rooftop event space), we are redefining mid-market hospitality in India.

Job Overview

We are seeking a motivated and detail-orientedHR Executiveto support the day-to-day functioning of the HR department at Centro Hotels. The HR Executive will assist in recruitment, training coordination, employee engagement, compliance, attendance and leave management, and payroll support. This role is hands-on and requires someone who is friendly but firm, organized, process-driven, and enthusiastic about learning and growing with us.

At Centro, we operate in afast-paced, startup-like environment. Flexibility, adaptability, and a willingness to embrace new tools and systems are critical. The HR Executive will play a key role in ensuring smooth HR operations, maintaining employee records, and fostering a positive workplace culture while upholding our standards and policies.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment & Onboarding

- Assist in sourcing, screening, and scheduling interviews for candidates.
- Coordinate with department heads on staffing needs.
- Support onboarding and induction sessions for new employees.
- Maintain candidate pipelines and recruitment trackers.

Training & Development

- Coordinate logistics for training programs and workshops.
- Track training attendance and feedback.
- Maintain training records and support continuous learning initiatives.

Employee Relations & Engagement

- Act as a point of contact for employee queries and concerns.
- Support employee engagement activities and events.
- Help build a positive, inclusive, and respectful workplace environment.

Attendance & Leave Management

- Manage daily attendance records and update systems regularly.
- Process leave applications and ensure compliance with policy.
- Flag discrepancies or concerns to the HR Manager.

Payroll Support

- Prepare attendance and leave data for payroll processing.
- Assist in checking salary calculations, deductions, and compliance.
- Coordinate with finance to ensure timely salary disbursement.

Compliance & Records

- Maintain accurate employee records and personnel files.
- Support compliance with labor laws, health, and safety standards.
- Update HR documents and policies as required.

Workplace Culture & Retention

- Help organize employee engagement programs and recognition initiatives.
- Support diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts.
- Gather employee feedback to improve workplace satisfaction.

Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Hospitality, or related field.
- 13 years of experience in HR, preferably in hospitality.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills; friendly yet firm.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, HR software (Keka/Zoho), and Google Workspace.
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of HR processes such as recruitment, payroll, and compliance.
- Eagerness to learn and grow within a dynamic organization.

What We Offer

- Competitive salary and benefits.
- Learning and career growth opportunities within SARC Hospitality.
- A collaborative, inclusive workplace where your ideas matter.
- Employee discounts at Chirp Caf and Bloom events.
- The opportunity to be part of a brand shaping the future of Indian hospitality.