Job Description
About the Role:
As an HR Business Partner (HRBP), you will work closely with business leaders to align people strategy
with business goals. You will act as a strategic advisor, employee champion, and change agent—driving
key initiatives in performance, culture, employee engagement, and talent development.
Who you are:
● You possess 6+ years of progressive HR experience working in an IT/tech environment.
● Comfort with ambiguity- you’re someone who doesn’t wait for instructions but steps in and figures
things out.
● Strong emotional intelligence- you listen more than you talk and people feel safe coming to you.
● High accountability- you own your scope and deliver without needing nudges.
● Collaborative nature- you work well across teams and don’t carry an “us vs. them” mindset.
● Ability to balance people-first thinking with business priorities- you’re not afraid to take tough
calls when needed.
● Well versed with HR systems, tools and analytics (experience with platforms such as Keka,
Darwinbox).
● Demonstrate excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
Behavioral Traits We Value:
● Trustworthy & Discreet– You are great at handling sensitive conversations and respect the
sensitivity of data by keeping it confidential.
● Resilient- Not everything goes as planned. You stay steady and solution-focused.
● Clear Communicator- Whether it’s coaching a manager or giving tough feedback, you do it with
clarity and respect.
● Curious & Observant- You notice patterns others may miss and ask “why” often.
● Empathetic but Firm- You listen well, but you also know when to stand your ground.
Job Responsibilities
What you’ll do:
● Hiring Support
○ Participate in interviews for critical roles and help ensure hiring decisions align with culture
and values.
● Onboarding & Integration
○ Ensure smooth onboarding experiences, from Day 0 to the first 90 days.
○ Help new hires integrate with their teams and understand expectations clearly.
● Career Progression & Internal Mobility
○ Support performance goal setting, feedback cycles, and regular check-ins.
○ Identify development needs and facilitate learning opportunities through internal or external
programs.
○ Identify and nurture high-potential talent within teams.
○ Work with managers on career pathways, growth plans, and succession planning.
● Engagement & Culture Building
○ Drive engagement initiatives that actually resonate- team rituals, offsites, 1:1 check-ins.
○ Track sentiment, pulse and engagement scores and act on insights meaningfully.
● Rewards & Recognition
○ Ensure fair, transparent recognition and reward mechanisms, both formal and informal.
○ Collaborate with leadership to build a high-performance and appreciation-driven culture.
● Conflict Resolution & Employee Relations
○ Act as a neutral and trusted mediator in resolving conflicts and grievances.
○ Ensure fairness, consistency and confidentiality in handling sensitive issues.
● Exit & Alumni Management
○ Run meaningful exit interviews to gather honest feedback and close loops.
○ Track attrition trends, identify red flags and help build stronger retention strategies.
○ Maintain goodwill with alumni- our brand continues with them, too.
● Compliance & Policy Guidance
○ Ensure adherence to HR policies, legal compliance and ethical practices.
○ Educate managers and employees on HR policies and best practices.
● Change Management
○ Support teams through organizational changes, ensuring smooth communication and
minimal disruption.
○ Help manage transitions such as role redesign, restructuring, or leadership changes.
● People Analytics & Insights
○ Monitor HR metrics (attrition, engagement, performance) to identify trends and recommend
solutions.
○ Share actionable insights with business stakeholders and HR leadership.
● HR Operations & Administration Oversight
○ Maintain HRMS and employee records, and manage leave, attendance, and payroll inputs.
○ Supervise admin functions such as office maintenance, vendor coordination, travel and
accommodation, facility management, and supplies.
○ Ensure a smooth and efficient office environment that supports employee productivity.
○ Oversee payroll coordination and benefit programs.
○ Administer the Mediclaim policy (enrollment, claims, renewals) for employees and
dependents.
Location
Pune, Maharashtra, India