Manager - People & Culture

2 weeks ago


Bangalore, India illumine Full time

Illumine - Powered by Purpose

Illumine is a leading childcare management platform that simplifies administrative and communication tasks for preschools and daycare centers. By integrating features like attendance tracking, billing, parent communication, and lesson planning into a single intuitive interface, Illumine empowers educators to focus on nurturing young minds.

Headquartered in the United States, Illumine has a growing international footprint with operations in Bengaluru (India), the UAE, Singapore, and Malaysia. With a strong commitment to innovation and a user-first approach, Illumine is transforming early education through smart technology and seamless digital experiences

Your Role in Our Story

We are seeking a passionate and strategic Manager – People & Culture with 5–7 years of experience to strengthen our people function. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing core HR operations, driving employee engagement, and aligning people practices with business objectives. This role requires a balance of strategic thinking and hands-on execution to build a positive and high-performing workplace culture.

  • Partner with leadership to design and implement people strategies that enable growth and retention
  • Lead end-to-end HR functions including talent acquisition, onboarding, performance management, and employee development.
  • Drive people engagement initiatives to foster belonging, collaboration, and motivation across teams
  • Support the Finance team with HR-related requirements and coordinate on people-related data as needed.
  • Act as a trusted advisor for managers and employees, ensuring transparent and empathetic communication.
  • Ensure compliance with employment regulations and company HR policies
  • Champion diversity, inclusion, and well-being programs to create a positive workplace experience.
  • Use HR analytics to track engagement, performance, and retention, and recommend actionable insights.
  • Facilitate leadership development and capability-building programs.
  • Build strong relationships across the organization, becoming a cultural ambassador and people advocate.
  • Mentor junior HR team members and promote continuous improvement across HR functions.

We’d Love to See your superpowers

  • 5–7 years of HR experience , preferably in IT/Tech or fast-paced growth environments.
  • Strong knowledge of HR operations, policies, and statutory compliance.
  • Proven expertise in talent acquisition, performance management, and employee engagement.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to handle sensitive situations with discretion and professionalism.
  • Experience with HRMS tools and HR analytics for data-driven decision-making.
  • Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities with a people-first mindset.
  • A track record of building and maintaining a positive, inclusive, and engaging work culture.

Location : Indiranagar, Bengaluru, IN

5 Days work from office

Powered by People, Backed by Perks

  • Competitive salary
  • Learning & Certification Sponsorship
  • Mediclaim Benefit
  • Flexible working hours
  • Collaborative and inclusive workspace
  • Opportunities for Growth & Impact
  • Enjoy opportunities to grow and make a real impact on our brand.

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