People Advisor

Role People AdvisorReports to Azra NasirLocation Remote working India based Salary Up to INR 1 800 000 depending on experience plus generous ESOPsHours Full-Time 40 hours per weekAbout Vestdis the leading sharetech platform for share schemes and business admin Our regulated platform makes light work of all of the most popular and tax-efficient share scheme types empowering businesses to attract and retain their talent Our powerful software also helps investors and helps founders seeking investment Vestd was founded by Ifty Nasir who lives and breathes our mission Vestds big moonshot aim is to see one billion people worldwide invested in the companies they work hard to grow by We are all about inclusion and fairness for our customers and our team If youd like to learn more about Vestd check out short video from our founder Ifty Equality diversity and inclusion EDI at VestdAt Vestd we prioritise equality diversity and inclusion so we write about it here rather than at the end of the job advertisement Were committed to building a respectful inclusive and diverse team Trust is one of our core values with that comes a commitment to fairness and transparency We want to be open about our EDI efforts shows that while men are likely to apply when they meet 60 of a jobs requirements women and individuals from underrepresented groups often apply only when they meet every criterion We understand the value of transferable skills and the unique perspectives that diversity brings Thats why we encourage applications from candidates with unique strengths and experiences If you need any adjustments or support with your application please email recruitment vestd com RequirementsThe roleThe Vestd People Team is on a mission to grow an inclusive high-performance culture We are currently looking for an experienced and motivated People Advisor to support us in achieving our ambitious business plans As part of the People Team you will be the first point of contact for our team based in India providing advice on performance management employee relations matters operations talent acquisition and wellbeing initiatives Identifying improvement opportunities will come instinctively to support an efficient and effective manager and employee experience We re looking for someone who will demonstrate a true passion for our goals and values and be able to navigate sensitive issues You will be driven by a desire to influence through data and insights Youll have experience in the tech startup SaaS space The role presents a real opportunity to grow our people skills and drive process change across the business The primary responsibilities of this roleWe cannot provide an exhaustive list of duties additional duties will arise but the following will be core elements of this role Being a trusted advisor by using professional credibility and strong relationships to influence best practices aligned with Vestd values Being the first point of contact for queries and advice Resolving and managing generalist-type queries for managers and employees e g probationary reviews policy advice sickness absence Managing the talent pipeline including the screening process Analysing and interpreting data to identify themes trends and risks in ER cases or through the employee lifecycle and recommend solutions Acting as a change agent by understanding where team processes can be simplified or revised to promote more efficiency Assisting in driving communication and sharing of best practices across the people team to facilitate continuous improvement Supporting line managers across the employee lifecycle on the implementation of policies and procedures to embed a culture of high-performance and talent development Building Vestd s culture by supporting and facilitating team events and retreats Essential elements for this roleThese are the skills and qualifications we consider essential for this role At least 8 years of solid employee relations experience at an advisory or senior level backed with level 5 CIPD qualification or equivalent You thrive in a fast-paced changing or progressive environment preferably having worked in a remote or hybrid setting and that is your preferred working style Experience working in a tech company a startup or a Saas business Strong working knowledge of employment law and a desire to continually broaden this knowledge Coaching skills to support managers through often challenging situations A focus on the employee experience and to drive continual improvement Proficient use of HR People data to take a holistic view of emerging trends to pre-empt future challenges Ability to manage multiple priorities at once and achieve against tight deadlines Strong influencing and communication skills to collaborate build relationships and manage stakeholders Creative proactive problem solver who deals effectively with change and ambiguity A passion for EDI and treating everyone with respect An ability to communicate well in English both verbally and in writing You must be comfortable with working in a fully remote environment Nice to haveThese will help you stand out from the pack Startup scaleup experience Knowledge of shares and share schemes Experience working in a remote team BenefitsWhat you can expectOur culture is our backbone BreatheHR named us one of the xe2x80x98Top 3 Companies in the UK for Company Culture and we take team happiness seriously Vestd strives to be as principled as possible Were all about Goal 8 of the United Nations This goal is about xe2x80x98Decent work and economic growth and we consider it both with our external activities and internal workings Well do everything we can to help you grow in your role In return youll want to learn all about our industry and do all you can to help us continue leading it Vestd is 100 remote so in return for your commitment diligence and productivity youll have a lot of autonomy during your working day Some roles demand office hours to fit our customers schedules but we are committed to offering flexibility where possible Happy employees make for happy customers as demonstrated in our Vestds excellence has also been recognised by The Europas The Fintech Awards London The Hustle Awards TechRound and BusinessClouds Fintech50 See more about our awards This could be the perfect opportunity if youre an autonomous self-driven individual passionate about contributing to a meaningful mission and value being part of a supportive close-knit team Why work at VestdVestd is a great place to work Dont just take our word for it - take a look at the suite of benefits that you can look forward to as one of our folk This job is fully remote although attendance is required twice yearly at our in-person get-togethers A flexible environment to help you achieve the best work life balance An Employee Stock Ownership Plan ESOP of course After the qualifying period Monthly recognition scheme where we celebrate our folk Support with home working equipment A personal training and development budget to keep your career and professional growth on track Private medical insurance after the qualifying period Team retreats are held twice a year They can include an overnight stay and focus on fun and team cohesion Great team ethos connect through regular team and company socials 25 days annual leave plus one extra day per year of service up to five days Were looking for somebody with initiative who can focus on the business and their personal growth path This is a great time to join our team and it would be a superb role for the right person Our application processOur recruitment pipeline has a few stages as we take the time to find someone who is the best fit for the role We aim to complete the selection process as efficiently as possible and we are committed to making our candidate experience as inclusive as we can so please contact us if you require any information or support during the application process or need to ask for any adjustments A typical selection process would be Apply online 20-minute screening call Task-based assignment 45-minute interview with the hiring manager and team member 45 minute team cultural interview 45-minute interview with the CEO We look forward to receiving your application This job is remote within India You must be primarily India-based and eligible to work in the country