Human Resource Business Partner

ABOUT NEWTON SCHOOL:

Come be part of a rocketship thats creating a massive impact in the world of education!

Newton School is a technology education company focused on bridging the gap between academic learning and real-world industry application. Founded by IIT alumni, it is building a scalable ecosystem where technology, pedagogy, and employability come together to create strong career outcomes. Over 4,500 learners have been placed across 800+ companies, including Google, Flipkart, and Deloitte, with training delivered by industry experts from organizations such as Amazon, Razorpay, and Meesho.

Newton School of Technology (NST) is the institution arm of this vision, redefining undergraduate technical education in India. NST offers a 4-year B.Tech in Computer Science and AI designed around hands-on learning, real-world projects, and deep industry integration. Within two years, 93% of students have secured paid internships with companies like Razorpay, SarvamAI, and DRDO, along with global exposure through tech treks to Singapore and Silicon Valley. NSTs faculty includes ICPC World Finalists and former professionals from organizations like ISRO, Microsoft, and MakeMyTrip, building a new model for producing industry-ready technology talent.

Role Overview:

• We are seeking proactive, self-driven HR Business Partners with 5-8 years of comprehensive HR experience.
• The ideal candidate will excel in HR policy development, statutory compliance, grievance management, conflict management, onboarding, and stakeholder management in this people partnering role
• For this position, proficiency in MS Excel & familiarity with working in G Suite is a mandate.
• Driving the overall HR functions by establishing an assertive presence in Pune campus locations is required.
• The role demands a smart problem solver and quick learner who consistently delivers operational excellence & is self-driven
• Experience of working in a start-up is a good to have

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a strategic People Partner supporting performance management, engagement, and retention initiatives.
• Develop, implement, and continuously refine HR policies aligned with statutory and organizational goals.
• Manage employee grievances with a focus on timely resolution and driving people processes like Goal setting, Performance Management, and Continuous Feedback mechanisms
• Oversee end-to-end onboarding processes, ensuring a smooth transition for new hires and aligning onboarding with organizational culture.
• Use advanced MS Excel, Tableau, etc. to analyze HR metrics, track key KPIs, and support strategic decision-making.
• Basic understanding of state labor regulations
• Collaborate closely with business leaders, people managers to understand human capital needs and act as an advisor in day-to-day people matters
• Innovate onboarding experience and ongoing HR operations.
• Drive continuous process improvements to achieve operational excellence and enhance employee experience.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Qualification - Full-time MBA/MSW/Post-Graduation in Psychology from a recognized university
• 5-8 years of relevant HR people partnering experience with expertise in policy making, compliance, and grievance handling.
• Advanced skills in MS Excel, dashboards, and HR analytics.
• Sound understanding of local labor laws in Maharashtra
• Excellent written & spoken communication skills, stakeholder management, and problem-solving abilities.
• A proactive learner with the ability to adapt swiftly in a fast-paced amr dynamic environment.

What We Offer:

• A vibrant, innovative work environment supporting professional growth & continuous learning
• Impactful HR role in an evolving EdTech organization

Be a key driver of HR excellence and in our mission to revolutionize education.

Apply now and join a team where your strategic HR expertise makes a real difference every day.