Specialist - HRBP

Job Description About AGRATAS Agratas is a wholly owned subsidiary of Tata Sons. We design, develop and manufacture high-quality, high-performance, sustainable batteries applied to multiple use cases in the mobility and energy sectors, to match our customers requirements. Agratas is a scale-up business with a start-up mentality, driven by our pursuit of green growth and technological progress. We develop next-generation battery technologies at our state-of-the-art R&D Innovation Hubs in India and the UK. Job Summary: The Assistant Manager HRBP plays a pivotal role in aligning business objectives with employees and management within designated departments. This role acts as a strategic partner to the business, ensuring the effective delivery of HR services, fostering a high-performance culture, and driving employee engagement and compliance across the plant. Responsibilities - Act as the primary HR point of contact for the assigned department/team. - Ensure smooth execution of HR processes including onboarding, confirmation, transfers, and exits. - Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS data for all workforce categories (FTE, FTC, shopfloor, contract). - Facilitate induction and orientation programs for new joiners. - Monitor probation and confirmation processes, ensuring timely feedback and documentation. - Support career progression, internal mobility, and succession planning initiatives. - Collaborate with the Employee Engagement Specialist to drive engagement initiatives. - Conduct skip-level meetings, pulse surveys, and feedback sessions. - Address employee grievances and escalate complex issues to DGM-HRBP. - Coordinate goal-setting, mid-year reviews, and annual appraisals for the assigned team. - Support managers in conducting performance conversations and managing underperformance. - Ensure timely closure of performance documentation and calibration processes. - Ensure adherence to labor laws, company policies, and code of conduct. - Monitor contractor workforce practices in collaboration with vendor management teams. - Conduct audits and checks to ensure compliance in attendance, leave, and wage practices. - Prepare and share periodic HR dashboards and reports (e.g., attrition, headcount, engagement scores). - Analyze trends and provide insights to DGM-HRBP for strategic decision-making. - Maintain MIS for HR operations and workforce metrics. - Identify training needs in collaboration with line managers and L&D team. - Coordinate functional and behavioral training programs for the assigned team. - Track training effectiveness and participation across workforce categories. - Support IR initiatives and maintain harmonious relations with shopfloor employees. - Participate in welfare committee meetings and grievance redressal forums. - Ensure visibility and approachability on the shopfloor through regular interactions. - Contribute to plant-wide HR initiatives such as DEI, digitization, and wellness programs. - Support implementation of new HR systems, policies, and change management efforts. - Drive special projects assigned by DGM-HRBP. - Partner with line managers, supervisors to resolve HR issues. - Liaise with central HR teams (C&B, TA, L&D) for specialized support. - Ensure timely communication and alignment with plant leadership. Knowledge, Skills and Experience Essential - MBA in HR - 3 to 7 years of experience in HRBP or related HR roles - Strong understanding of HR processes, compliance, and employee engagement - Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and drive initiatives independently Desired - Experience in manufacturing or plant HR operations - Exposure to IR and shopfloor engagement - Familiarity with HR systems and data analytics