Dynamic Workplace Culture Specialist

Imagine a role where you're the architect of a workplace culture that thrives on creativity, inclusivity, and growth. We're seeking a seasoned People & Culture Manager to drive our people operations forward.

This dynamic leader will be responsible for shaping our workplace culture, championing talent, and designing systems that prioritize employee engagement and retention.

Culture & Engagement

• Develop initiatives that foster a sense of community, energy, ownership, and collaboration among team members.
• Design programs for recognition, wellbeing, team bonding, and internal communication that resonate with our diverse workforce.
• Be a cultural ambassador, actively listening to team sentiment and taking proactive steps to evolve our workplace dynamics.

Talent Acquisition & Retention Strategy

• Build strategic hiring pipelines that attract high-potential talent aligned with our values.
• Design long-term retention plans, including growth paths, internal mobility, and impact-based recognition that motivate employees to grow with us.
• Own and evolve the onboarding experience to create strong cultural alignment from Day 1, ensuring new hires feel valued and supported.

Performance & Growth Enablement

• Manage goal-setting, feedback, and review processes with a focus on development and accountability, empowering employees to reach their full potential.
• Partner with leaders to identify L&D opportunities, coaching needs, and career tracks that support employee growth and success.
• Foster a culture of learning and high performance with mentorship programs and internal upskilling tracks that develop employees' skills and expertise.

Policy, Compliance & HR Ops

• Ensure HR policies are progressive, fair, and compliant with Indian labor laws, safeguarding employee rights and well-being.
• Streamline people operations and documentation through scalable systems that enhance efficiency and productivity.
• Manage compensation strategy, payroll processes, and benefits administration in partnership with the Finance team, ensuring seamless financial management.

People Intelligence & Insights

• Track and report on people metrics (attrition, engagement, culture pulse, etc.) to inform data-driven decisions that drive business outcomes.
• Use data analytics to proactively solve challenges around retention, performance, and engagement, ensuring a positive and productive work environment.

Employer Branding

• Own the company's employer brand on platforms like Glassdoor, showcasing our team culture, values, and impact to attract top talent.
• Collaborate with internal teams to build a reputation as a workplace of choice, highlighting our unique value proposition and employee-centric approach.

To excel in this role, you'll need:

• 6+ years of experience in HR or People & Culture roles, preferably in a fast-paced creative or agency setup.
• Hands-on experience with Zoho People or similar HRMS tools for managing end-to-end HR processes efficiently.
• Deep understanding of today's workforce dynamics, especially Gen Z and Millennial talent, with a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Strong grasp of Indian labor laws and compliance practices, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal, emotional intelligence, and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with stakeholders.
• Strategic thinking with an eye for culture, retention, and growth, driving business outcomes through innovative solutions.
• Experience with HRIS/ATS/payroll systems and data-driven decision-making, leveraging insights to inform business strategies.

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