Human Resources Manager

Company Description Essence Innovation develops an AI-powered health application designed to put individuals at the center of their healthcare journey. The platform enables users to seamlessly manage medical records, view real-time health insights, and connect with global healthcare services in one secure location. By providing continuous access to a users complete medical history, the app supports informed decisions and proactive health management. Essence Innovation emphasizes data security, accessibility, and user ownership of medical information, empowering people to take full control of their well-being.

Role Description The Human Resources Manager will oversee the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and offboarding for the Chandigarh, India office. This full-time, on-site role will involve developing and implementing HR policies, managing employee relations, and ensuring compliance with local labor laws and company standards. The Human Resources Manager will partner with leadership to support workforce planning, talent development, and organizational culture initiatives. Daily responsibilities will include handling HR documentation, coordinating training and development programs, managing benefits and payroll coordination with relevant teams, and addressing employee queries in a timely, professional manner. The role will also contribute to HR analytics and continuous improvement of HR processes to support business growth.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in recruitment and talent acquisition, including candidate sourcing, interviewing, and selection.
• Experience in employee relations, conflict resolution, and maintaining a positive, inclusive workplace culture.
• Proficiency in HR operations such as HRIS management, documentation, compliance, and policy implementation.
• Knowledge of Indian labor laws and regulations, particularly those applicable to Chandigarh and the broader region.
• Ability to design and support performance management, training, and development programs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and levels.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail and confidentiality.
• Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; HR certifications are an advantage.
• Prior experience as an HR Manager or in a similar HR leadership role, preferably in a technology or healthcare environment.
• Comfort with using digital tools and HR software to support data-driven HR decision-making.