Head Human Resource

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Talent Acquisition

• Design and manage end-to-end recruitment processes for all roles across levels.
• Write job descriptions, structure interview panels, and define hiring criteria.
• Build and maintain a proactive talent pipeline through job portals, social media, and referrals.
• Own employer branding to position RentenPe as a preferred workplace.
• Drive a positive candidate experience from application to offer.

Payroll Management

• Process monthly payroll accurately and on time, including variable pay and reimbursements.
• Manage all statutory deductions and compliances PF, ESI, TDS, Professional Tax, and Gratuity.
• Coordinate with Finance for payroll reconciliation, audit support, and reporting.
• Handle full and final settlements for exiting employees with precision and empathy.
• Review and benchmark compensation structures in line with market trends.

Employee Engagement

• Design and execute employee engagement programmes, R&R initiatives, and culture-building activities.
• Run periodic engagement surveys, analyse results, and implement action plans.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee concerns and grievances.
• Manage onboarding and offboarding experiences to ensure a seamless employee journey.

Appraisal & Performance Management

• Facilitate KRA/KPI-setting in partnership with department heads and the founding team.
• Administer mid-year and annual performance review cycles end-to-end.
• Design and manage Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) where necessary.
• Link performance outcomes to increments, promotions, and recognition.
• Coach managers on structured feedback techniques and difficult conversations.

Learning & Development

• Conduct Training Needs Analysis (TNA) across teams to identify skill gaps.
• Curate and coordinate internal and external learning programs.
• Track training completion, measure ROI, and report on L&D impact.
• Build a leadership pipeline through mentoring and targeted development plans.

Compliance & Policy

• Ensure full compliance with applicable Indian labour laws, statutory filings, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain and update HR policies, offer letters, and the employee handbook.
• Manage POSH compliance, including the Internal Complaints Committee (ICC).
• Handle disciplinary actions and grievance redressal fairly and consistently.

HR Operations & Strategy

• Ensure data accuracy, configuration, and optimal utilisation.
• Maintain employee records, documentation, and leave/attendance management systems.
• Generate HR MIS reports and present people metrics to leadership.
• Align the HR roadmap with business objectives, support workforce planning and org design.
• Act as a strategic HR business partner to the founding team and department heads.

KEY METRICS / SUCCESS INDICATORS

• Time-to-hire consistently at or below 30 days for all open roles.
• Timely and high-quality delivery of appraisal cycles and HR initiatives.
• Positive business impact through people initiatives aligned to company growth goals.

SKILLS REQUIRED

• 8 to 12 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in a startup or fast-growth company.
• Hands-on expertise in end-to-end payroll processing and statutory compliance.