Senior People Business Partner
About the Role :
We're looking for a Senior People Business Partner to serve as a strategic advisor to our senior business leaders. You'll shape people strategy, drive organisational effectiveness, and operate as a trusted partner across a cross-functional portfolio ,going well beyond traditional HR execution.
What you'll do :
Partner with VP-level leaders on workforce planning, org design, and talent strategy
Use AI-powered HR tools and people analytics to drive data-backed recommendations
Own the full talent lifecycle: hiring, onboarding, performance, promotions, and exits
Lead succession planning, high-potential programmes, and leadership development
Manage complex ER matters, investigations, PIPs, exits - with empathy and legal rigour
Ensure compliance with Indian labour law (POSH, EPF, Gratuity, DPDPA 2023, and more)
Drive DEI initiatives, monitor representation metrics, and build equitable processes
Lead change management for restructurings, growth scaling, and transformation programmes
Build dashboards and present people-data narratives to leadership forums
What you bring :
10-12 years of progressive HR experience, with 8+ years as an HRBP
Proven track record of strategic impact in fast-growth or technology-driven organisations
Deep knowledge of Indian labour law and Maharashtra-specific regulations
Hands-on experience with HRIS platforms (Workday, SuccessFactors, or equivalent)
Experience with AI-enabled HR tools - talent intelligence, predictive analytics, skill mapping
Strong ER track record: investigations, PIPs, and sensitive situations handled with discretion
Excellent stakeholder management - influences without authority across seniority levels
MBA / PGDM in HR or Organisational Behaviour preferred; Bachelor's required
Nice to have :
SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or equivalent certification
Experience as ICC member or POSH-trained inquiry officer
Exposure to org design frameworks (McKinsey 7-S, Galbraith Star Model)
Knowledge of DPDPA 2023 HR data compliance requirements
