SKV India - Lead HR Manager - Group Companies & Factory Compliance

: Lead HR Manager - Group Companies & Factory Compliance
Position Title: Lead HR & Compliance Manager
Location: Corporate Office, Gurugram (with oversight of factory and group entities)
Reporting To: Company Founders & Directors
Working Days: Monday to Saturday (2nd & 4th Saturday off)
Industry Preference: Interior Fit-out, Real Estate, Construction, Architecture, Engineering, or Manufacturing
Role Summary
We are seeking a proactive and experienced Lead HR Manager to lead and coordinate human resource functions across multiple group companies, including factory-level operations. The role demands a strong grasp of statutory compliance, employee relations, and HR operations, with the ability to implement consistent policies and practices across diverse business units.
Key Responsibilities
A. HR Operations & Policy Implementation

- Lead the HR team & manage end-to-end HR operations, including onboarding, timely payroll, attendance, and exit formalities across group entities.
- Standardise and implement HR policies, SOPs, and employee handbooks across locations.
- Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS systems for all units.
B. Recruitment & Workforce Planning
- Supervise the TA team & coordinate manpower planning and hiring across group companies and factory units with the concerned stakeholders.
- Liaise with department heads to fulfill staffing needs in line with project timelines and budgets.
- Manage vendor/consultant relationships for contract staffing and third-party payroll.
C. Statutory Compliance & Labour Law Adherence
1. Ensure compliance with applicable labour laws, including: Factories Act, 1948
2. ESI Act, PF Act, Bonus Act, Gratuity Act, Minimum Wages Act
3. Shops & Establishments Act
4. Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Act
- Maintain statutory registers and ensure timely filing of returns.
- Coordinate with legal advisors and government authorities during inspections or audits.
D. Factory HR Oversight
- Supervise HR activities at factory sites, including shift rosters, welfare measures, and grievance handling.
- Ensure safety, health, and welfare provisions under the Factory Act are implemented and monitored.
- Support emergency response planning at the factory and compliance with local labour authorities.
E. Employee Relations & Engagement

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- Foster a positive work culture through structured engagement programs.
- Handle disciplinary actions, conflict resolution, and POSH compliance.
- Conduct periodic employee feedback sessions and address concerns proactively.
- Ensure quarterly employee feedback & evaluations in every department for a successful appraisal cycle every year.
F. Compliance Reporting & MIS
- Prepare and submit HR and compliance dashboards to senior management.
- Track and report on statutory obligations, risk exposures, and audit readiness.
- Ensure documentation is audit-ready across all group entities.
Qualifications & Experience
- MBA/PGDM in HR or equivalent.
- Minimum 12 years of HR experience, preferably in multi-location or factory-compliance-heavy environments.
- Strong knowledge of Indian labour laws and statutory frameworks.
- Experience in manufacturing, construction, or project-driven industries preferred.
- Experience in assisting scaling of business with adequate man-power requirement.
- Proficiency in MS Excel, HRMS platforms, and statutory portals.
Key Competencies
- Attention to detail and process discipline
- Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to work independently across multiple entities
- Ethical judgment and confidentiality in handling sensitive matters