HR Manager – People & Operations

HR Manager People & Operations

HR6-10 YearsFull TimeGurgaon

Role Overview

As the HR Manager People & Operations, youll be the primary HR and administrative leader for our Gurugram office, reporting directly to the leadership team. You will own all people-related processes hiring, onboarding, compliance, performance management, engagement, and exits while also managing a HR executive and ensuring day-to-day discipline, punctuality, and office upkeep. You must be assertive, structured, and hands-on.

Key Responsibilities

People Operations

Enforce attendance, punctuality, and code of conduct policies across the team

Manage the full employee lifecycle: hiring, onboarding, confirmations, appraisals, exits

Own and refine HR policies, grievance redressal, and compliance tracking (e.g., PF, ESI, leaves)

Run monthly payroll inputs, performance records, and HR MIS reporting

Conduct 1:1s, issue warnings, or initiate disciplinary actions where necessary

Coach the HR executive and delegate operational tasks appropriately

Office & Admin Oversight

Act as the on-ground leader at the Gurugram office handle space, attendance, vendor coordination, and visitor management

Coordinate with the central admin/finance teams for procurement, utilities, and events

Ensure office upkeep, security, and logistics for daily operations

Culture & Engagement

Organize team events, birthday/occasion celebrations, and internal communication drives

Build positive energy and structure across the team, balancing empathy and discipline

Promote a culture of professionalism, accountability, and alignment with company values

Requirements

Must-Have:

610 years of HR generalist experience, with at least 2 years managing people or office ops

Proven ability to enforce discipline and resolve conflicts constructively

Experience with HR software (Keka), payroll coordination, and compliance

Strong communication (English + Hindi), documentation, and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently without daily supervision or leadership presence on-site

Good to Have:

Prior experience in a SaaS, tech startup, or high-growth company

Familiarity with Gurugram-based vendors, labor regulations, or co-working operations

Comfort with multi-location coordination and cross-functional communication

What We Offer

High autonomy and visibility in a leadership-aligned role

Opportunity to shape the companys people culture as we scale

Exposure to both strategic HR and daily operations

Competitive compensation, team bonus eligibility, and long-term role growth

Dynamic team with a focus on ownership, performance, and respect