Human Resources Generalist

HR Generalist

Location: Gujarat

Company: Novatro

Reports to: CPO

About Novatro

Novatro is an innovative software company developing an AI-powered Intelligent Manufacturing

Platform designed for medium-large manufacturing companies. Based in Rajkot, India, we're a

growing and collaborative team passionate about using technology to revolutionize manufacturing

operations. We're on a mission to drive efficiency and growth through cutting-edge technology

solutions.

About the Role

We are seeking a versatile and proactive HR Generalist to join our growing startup team. This is an

exciting opportunity for an HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to

play a pivotal role in building our people operations from the ground up. You'll work closely with our

CPO and leadership team to develop scalable HR processes, support our talented workforce, and

enable rapid organizational growth.

Key Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition & Recruitment

Lead end-to-end recruitment processes for technical and non-technical roles

Partner with hiring managers to define job requirements and candidate profiles

Source, screen, and interview candidates using various recruitment channels

Manage candidate experience and maintain strong talent pipelines

Coordinate comprehensive interview processes including technical assessments

Build relationships with external recruitment agencies and talent partners

Employee Relations & Engagement

Serve as primary point of contact for employee queries and concerns

Foster positive workplace culture and employee engagement initiatives

Conduct new employee onboarding and orientation programs

Facilitate regular check-ins, feedback sessions, and stay interviews

Manage employee grievances and conflict resolution processes

Organize team events, offsites, hackathons, and cultural activities

HR Operations & Compliance

Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation systems

Ensure compliance with Indian labor laws and statutory requirements

Manage payroll coordination, benefits administration, and leave management

Develop and update HR policies, procedures, and employee handbook

Handle statutory compliance including PF, ESI, professional tax, and other requirements

Coordinate with external HR service providers and consultants

Performance Management & Development

Design and implement performance review processes and frameworks

Support managers in setting goals, conducting reviews, and development planning

Identify training needs and coordinate professional development programs

Create career progression frameworks and succession planning processes

Support employee recognition and reward programs

Strategic HR Planning

Partner with leadership on organizational design and workforce planning

Develop HR metrics and analytics to support data-driven decisions

Support scaling initiatives and rapid team growth requirements

Contribute to company culture development and employer branding

Assist in building out new functions and departments as the company grows

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

5-10 years of experience in HR generalist roles, preferably in tech startups or fast-growing

companies

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Strong knowledge of Indian labor laws and statutory compliance requirements

Experience with end-to-end recruitment and talent acquisition processes

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and local languages

Proficiency with HR management systems, recruitment platforms, and productivity tools

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in HR, MBA, or relevant advanced certification

Experience in software/technology companies or manufacturing industry

Knowledge of remote work policies and distributed team management

Experience with HR analytics and metrics-driven decision making

Background in employee engagement and culture building initiatives

Familiarity with startup scaling challenges and growth-phase HR needs

Personal Attributes

Versatile: Comfortable wearing multiple hats and adapting to changing priorities in a

startup environment

People-focused: Genuine passion for supporting employees and creating positive

workplace experiences

Proactive: Self-starter who can identify opportunities and take initiative without constant

direction

Collaborative: Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with all levels of

the organization

Growth-minded: Excited about building HR processes from scratch and scaling with

company growth

Problem-solver: Creative approach to HR challenges with strong critical thinking skills

Confidential: High level of discretion and ability to handle sensitive information

appropriately

What We Offer

Competitive salary based on experience and expertise

Opportunity to build the HR function in a growing technology company

Direct collaboration with leadership team and significant impact on company culture

Flexible work environment with remote work options

Professional development opportunities and career growth potential

Chance to work with cutting-edge technology solving real industry challenges

Collaborative and innovative work environment with a passionate team