H R Manager

This role involves overseeing the complete employee lifecycle and ensuring alignment with organizational goals within our automotive dealership network. You will be responsible for building a high-performance culture, managing statutory compliance, and driving employee engagement initiatives across our service and sales divisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment process for technical, sales, and administrative roles across dealership locations.
• Ensure 100% compliance with labor laws, including PF, ESI, Gratuity, and state-specific Shops & Establishment Act regulations.
• Handle employee grievance redressal, disciplinary actions, and maintain a professional work environment.
• Administer payroll processing, attendance management, and leave tracking using the company DMS and HRIS tools.
• Conduct induction and orientation programs for new hires, focusing on brand values and operational standards.
• Design and execute employee engagement programs to improve retention and morale in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Manage performance appraisal cycles and training and development initiatives for frontline staff.

Requirements

• Proven experience in HR operations within a retail, manufacturing, or automotive service setup.
• In-depth knowledge of Indian labor laws and statutory compliance requirements.
• Hands-on experience in managing end-to-end recruitment, including sourcing via Naukri and LinkedIn.
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel for reporting and data management.
• Strong command of written and spoken English and the local regional language.
• Ability to work in an on-site, high-intensity environment with a 6-day work week.

Preferred

• Prior experience in an automotive dealership or OEM-affiliated network.
• Experience handling a workforce of 100+ employees across multiple locations.
• Certification in HR Management or Labour Laws from a reputed institute.

Skills

Technical

Statutory Compliance (PF/ESI/GST/Labour Laws), Payroll Management, HRIS/HRMS Software Proficiency, Talent Acquisition & Sourcing, Performance Management Systems

Soft Skills

Conflict Resolution, Interpersonal Communication, Stakeholder Management, Problem Solving, Time Management

Qualifications

Education: MBA/PGDM in Human Resources or Master of Social Work (MSW) from an accredited university.

Experience: 3-5 years of post-qualification experience in an HR generalist role.

Certifications: MBA in HR, Certification in Labour Law (optional)

Work Environment

This is a full-time, on-site position based at our dealership/corporate office. The role requires regular interaction with department heads and field staff, following a standard 6-day work week (Monday to Saturday) with standard business hours.

Growth Opportunities

We offer a clear career progression path into Senior HR Business Partner (HRBP) or Head of HR roles within our expanding automotive network. High performers will have access to leadership training programs and internal mobility opportunities across our various brand outlets.