Assistant General Manager

The Lead – Employee Life Cycle is responsible for managing and optimizing all stages of the employee journey, from onboarding to exit. This role ensures a seamless, compliant, and engaging employee experience while aligning HR processes with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Life Cycle Management

       Lead and oversee end-to-end employee life cycle processes including onboarding, confirmation, performance management, transfers, promotions, compensation changes, and exits.

       Ensure smooth coordination between recruitment, payroll, HR operations, and business stakeholders.

Onboarding & Induction

       Design and implement structured onboarding programs to ensure positive employee experience and faster productivity.

       Ensure timely completion of joining formalities and system entries.

Employee Data & HR Operations

       Maintain accurate employee records in HRMS/ATS systems.

       Ensure adherence to HR policies, internal controls, and statutory compliance.

Performance & Engagement

       Support performance management cycles including goal setting, mid-year and annual reviews.

       Drive employee engagement initiatives and track effectiveness.

Succession Planning

       To design, implement, and manage the organization’s succession planning framework to ensure leadership continuity, critical role coverage, and a strong internal talent pipeline aligned with business strategy.

Policy Implementation & Compliance

       Implement HR policies and ensure consistent application across the organization.

       Monitor statutory and labor law compliance in coordination with payroll and legal teams.

Employee Relations

       Act as a point of contact for employee queries related to life cycle events.

       Handle escalations, grievances, and disciplinary processes professionally.

Exit Management

       Manage resignation, termination, and retirement processes.

       Conduct exit interviews and analyze attrition trends for actionable insights.

Process Improvement & Automation

       Identify gaps and improve employee life cycle processes through automation and best practices.

       Lead HR audits and process documentation.

Reporting & Analytics

       Prepare MIS reports and dashboards related to headcount, attrition, onboarding, and employee movements.

       Provide data-driven insights to HR leadership and business heads.

Skills & Competencies

       Strong knowledge of end-to-end HR operations and employee life cycle processes

       Hands-on experience with HRMS

       Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

       Analytical mindset with attention to detail

       Ability to lead process improvements and manage change

Qualifications & Experience

       MBA / PGDM in Human Resources or equivalent

       10-15 years of experience in HR operations or employee life cycle management

       Prior experience in a lead or managerial role

Key Success Metrics

       Employee onboarding TAT and experience scores

       Accuracy and compliance of employee records

       Attrition and exit analysis effectiveness

       Stakeholder satisfaction