HR Manager

We are looking for an experienced HR Manager with prior experience in the School/Education sector to independently manage the complete HR function.

The candidate will be responsible for end-to-end HR operations, recruitment, payroll, statutory compliance, employee relations, performance management, HR policies, and employee engagement for teaching and non-teaching staff.

Prior HR experience in a School/Educational Institution is mandatory.

Key Responsibilities

1. End-to-End HR Operations

• Manage the complete employee lifecycle from recruitment to exit.
• Handle onboarding, employee documentation, attendance, leave, confirmations, transfers and separations.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR databases.
• Develop and implement HR policies, processes and SOPs.
• Handle employee queries, grievances and disciplinary matters.

2. Recruitment – Teaching & Non-Teaching Staff

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for teachers, academic staff, administrative and support staff.
• Coordinate with school leadership and department heads for manpower requirements.
• Source, screen, interview and coordinate selection of candidates.
• Manage offer, joining and onboarding processes.
• Maintain recruitment trackers and manpower reports.

3. Payroll Management

• Handle end-to-end monthly payroll for teaching and non-teaching employees.
• Verify attendance, leaves, LOP, incentives, deductions and salary inputs.
• Coordinate with Finance for timely payroll processing.
• Ensure accurate calculation of salary and statutory deductions.
• Handle Full & Final settlements and exit payroll.
• Maintain payroll MIS and salary-related records.

4. Statutory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with applicable labour laws and statutory requirements.
• Manage PF, ESI, Professional Tax, TDS, Gratuity, Bonus, Shops & Establishments and other applicable compliances.
• Ensure timely statutory payments, filings and returns.
• Maintain statutory registers and records.
• Coordinate with consultants, auditors and government authorities when required.
• Stay updated on changes in labour laws and ensure timely implementation.

5. Employee Relations & School HR

• Handle employee grievances and disciplinary issues professionally.
• Maintain positive employee relations across teaching and non-teaching teams.
• Support school management in employee-related matters.
• Manage staff attendance, leave and discipline.
• Ensure adherence to school policies and code of conduct.
• Support employee engagement and welfare initiatives.

6. Performance Management

• Manage probation, confirmation and appraisal processes.
• Coordinate performance reviews and KPI documentation.
• Work with academic and administrative heads on performance-related matters.
• Support performance improvement processes where required.

7. HR Policies & Compliance

• Develop, review and implement HR policies relevant to the school environment.
• Ensure proper documentation and communication of HR policies.
• Maintain HR MIS and provide regular reports to management.
• Ensure HR processes are consistently followed across departments.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's/Master's degree in HR, Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field.
• 3–7 years of relevant HR experience.
• Prior HR experience in a School/Educational Institution is mandatory.
• Strong hands-on experience in end-to-end HR operations, payroll and statutory compliance.
• Good knowledge of Indian labour laws and statutory requirements.
• Experience handling both teaching and non-teaching staff will be preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and HRMS/Payroll software.

Key Skills

• End-to-End HR Management
• School HR Operations
• Payroll Management
• Statutory Compliance
• Labour Laws
• Teaching & Non-Teaching Recruitment
• Employee Relations
• Performance Management
• HR Policies & Documentation
• HR MIS & Reporting
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving and decision-making

Preferred Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate should be a hands-on HR professional with prior experience in the school/education sector, capable of independently managing HR operations for both teaching and non-teaching employees.

Strong practical knowledge of school HR processes, payroll, statutory compliance and employee relations is mandatory. Experience working in a growing school or educational institution will be an added advantage.

Pay: ₹900,000.00 - ₹1,000,000.00 per year

Experience:

• HR in a School/Educational Institution?: 6 years (Required)

Work Location: In person