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Associate Director People Operations

Associate Director People Operations

NetradyneBangalore (division)
9 hours ago
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Job Description

Job Title : Associate Director – People Operations

Location : Bangalore. Hybrid, 4 days / week WFO.

Experience : 15+ Years

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Associate Director – People Operations to lead and scale the HR Operations, Admin, and Employee Experience functions in India. This role is both strategic and hands-on, acting as a trusted advisor to senior leadership while also driving operational excellence and people-first initiatives on the ground.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Partnership & Business Alignment

  • Act as a strategic partner to key executives and function heads to align HR operations and people initiatives with broader business goals.
  • Develop a deep understanding of business and functional strategies to proactively support talent, operations
  • Identify workforce trends and provide solutions that enhance performance, engagement, and productivity.

HR Operations & Process Improvement

  • Lead end-to-end HR operations across the employee lifecycle including onboarding, exits, HR systems, compliance, and policy governance.
  • Champion process improvements to optimize workflows, reduce friction, and scale HR services effectively.
  • Manage the implementation and long-term success of Workday HRMS in India.
  • Track key metrics including operational efficiency and Quality of Hire, and act on feedback from hiring managers and employees.
  • Compliance :

  • Ensure adherence to statutory and regulatory compliance across India (e.g., labor laws, Shops & Establishment Acts, POSH, PF etc.).
  • Liaise with external consultants and legal advisors on audits, inspections, and government reporting.
  • Own compliance dashboards, risk mitigation plans, and periodic policy reviews
  • Payroll & Benefits :

  • Lead monthly payroll processing, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with finance and tax requirements.
  • Oversee employee benefits administration (health insurance, gratuity, provident fund, etc.)
  • Work closely with finance and external vendors to ensure year-end processes (form 16, tax declarations, etc.) are smooth and error-free.
  • Policy Development & Compliance

  • Develop and enforce company policies that are compliant, scalable, and aligned with company culture and goals.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Indian labor laws and manage compliance audits.
  • Conduct training and communication to promote awareness and policy adoption.
  • Employee Engagement

  • Lead the planning and execution of employee engagement programs including milestone celebrations, cultural events
  • Use surveys and feedback loops to continuously evolve engagement initiatives and employee experiences.
  • Administration, Travel & Infrastructure

  • Lead the Admin and Travel functions, managing vendor relationships, cost control, and service quality.
  • Oversee office expansion and workplace readiness projects, ensuring alignment with headcount and growth plans.
  • Ensure safety, compliance, and operational excellence across all facilities.
  • Team Leadership & Stakeholder Collaboration

  • Lead and mentor a high-performing team across HR Operations and Administration.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, service excellence, and development.
  • Engage effectively with stakeholders across HR, Legal, Finance, and Business to align on priorities and resolve escalations.
  • Required Qualifications

  • 15+ years of experience in HR Operations, Admin, or People Programs with progressive leadership responsibility.
  • Proven experience as a strategic HR partner to leadership teams.
  • Strong background in policy creation, compliance, payroll, and process optimization.
  • Hands-on experience in implementing and managing HRMS platforms (preferably Workday).
  • Strong people management and vendor management capabilities.
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Preferred Attributes

  • Strategic thinker with a proactive, can-do attitude.
  • Comfortable operating in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
  • Ability to roll up your sleeves while leading large-scale programs.
  • Creative problem-solver with a bias toward action and out-of-the-box thinking.
  • High ownership mindset with advancement capabilities and a drive to continuously improve.
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