HR Business Partner

About Astound Digital

At Astound Digital, we are pioneers in the digital landscape, dedicated to transforming how the world interacts with technology, data, and creativity. Our role as trusted advisors in the digital landscape empowers the world's most innovative brands with frictionless, end-to-end customer experiences. We are known for our comprehensive solutions, proven expertise, and collaborative, nimble approach that instills confidence in our clients. We embrace the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to drive innovation, efficiency, and better outcomes for our clients and employees. Join us to navigate and lead in the ever-changing digital world, where your impact will extend beyond the ordinary.

Job Purpose

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) will play a critical role in aligning HR initiatives with business objectives to drive organizational success. This position requires a dynamic individual with strong communication skills in English who can effectively partner with leadership and employees. The HRBP will be responsible for implementing HR strategies, managing employee relations, supporting talent management processes, and more.

In this role you will get to:

1. Strategic Partnership:

• Collaborate with business leaders to understand their goals and provide HR support to achieve them.
• Align HR strategies with business objectives to drive organizational effectiveness.
• Act as a trusted advisor to management on HR-related matters.

Learning & Development:

• Work closely with the L&D Center of Excellence (COE) as part of the wider L&D philosophy and offering.
• Collaborate with the Manager to provide insights, advice, and support on HR-related matters to enhance team performance and individual growth.
• Identify training needs and development opportunities for team members, providing insights to L&D for tailoring and coordination of learning programs.

Performance Process & Employee Relations:

• Facilitate and assist with the performance review process alongside Compensation & Benefits (C&B) and local leadership.
• Work with the C&B to ensure transparent data supports local leadership teams in performance decision-making.
• Assist the Manager in implementing performance improvement plans, providing support and resources to help team members meet performance expectations.
• Act as a point of contact for addressing employee concerns and resolving conflicts, ensuring a positive work environment that fosters open communication and collaboration.

Talent & Succession Planning:

• Collaborate with the Resource Management Office (RMO) and upper management to assess the team's current and future talent needs.
• Develop workforce plans with local leadership and RMO to ensure the right people with the right skills are available for project assignments.
• Develop succession plans for key roles with local leadership to ensure smooth transitions during periods of turnover or promotion.

Recruitment & Onboarding:

• Support the recruitment and selection process with the Manager/People Leader, defining job requirements and interviewing candidates.
• Manage the onboarding and offboarding processes, working with workplace operations and facilities as part of the employee lifecycle.

People Data & Analytics:

• Utilize data and analytics to measure team performance, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions to improve team effectiveness.
• Work with the People, Talent & Analytics (PT&A) COE to track key KPIs and people-related metrics.

Engagement & Wellbeing:

• Drive employee engagement with local management, including managing the employee survey and resulting action plans.
• Ensure employee wellbeing is a regular part of support through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and general touchpoints.

Your skills and qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience as an HR Business Partner or in a similar HR role.
• Fluency in English is mandatory.
• Strong understanding of HR best practices and labor/commercial code in India.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in HR software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a multinational organization.
• Certification in HR (e.g., CIPD, SHRM) is a plus.

What we offer in return

• Off-the-Charts Career Growth: Сlear career path and a performance review system, career coaching, training and certifications, mentoring and knowledge sharing;
• Well-being Is Top Priority: Parental leave, paid time off, comprehensive health and medical plans,  sports activities reimbursement;
• Real Work-Life Balance: In-office, or hybrid working modes; flexible hours; work-life balance support on every stage and level;
• Culture of Success: Culture of collaboration that encourages innovation every step of the way; 8 offices spanning four continents bring diverse perspectives that drive tangible results for our clients worldwide.

Why work for Astound Digital?

Whether you're working directly with our world-renowned clients or with your Astound colleagues from around the globe, you will shape the future of digital commerce, using emerging technologies and innovative approaches. 

Grow your career with Astound Digital, and discover exciting opportunities while doing the work you love

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