HR and Recruitment Specialist

About Thryve.Earth

We develop high-integrity, nature-based solutions (NbS) carbon projects in South and Southeast Asia that restore ecosystems. Our approach combines deep on-ground presence with purpose-built tools, robust governance, and infrastructure-grade execution - ensuring resilient returns for capital partners, landowners, and local communities.

Position Overview We’re looking for a

People & Talent Lead

to take ownership of both

global hiring

and

people operations

as Thryve continues to scale. Over the past year, we’ve built the foundations of our HR and recruitment systems - now we need someone to refine, strengthen, and run them at scale.

This is a hands-on role : you’ll be closing critical hires across geographies, keeping our people processes running smoothly, and helping shape a culture where a global, mission-driven team can thrive.

If you enjoy balancing

execution with strategy , and like the idea of building in a fast-moving, climate-tech space - this role is for you.

Responsibilities Recruitment

Own end-to-end hiring across global markets (exposure to Southeast Asia, and South Asian markets is a must, and niche Global talent pools in the ecology, forestry, biodiversity, agriculture, domains).

Work with hiring managers to shape role requirements, write compelling JDs, and plan pipelines.

Build sourcing strategies (market mapping, platforms, referrals, partnerships) to attract niche talent in nature (science, carbon), project development and implementation, carbon markets, and business roles.

Manage structured interview processes, ensuring fairness, speed, and a great candidate experience.

Track recruitment data (time-to-fill, source effectiveness, conversion rates) to improve efficiency.

Proactively build pipelines for future hiring needs to reduce time-to-hire.

HR & People Operations

Oversee contracts, payroll, and compliance for global hires.

Maintain and update HR policies, keeping them practical and aligned with our stage.

Handle onboarding and offboarding with a focus on employee experience.

Partner with the finance team to ensure compensation structures remain fair, motivating, and consistent.

Culture, Engagement & Development

Reinforce Thryve’s cultural values through everyday practices and rituals.

Run engagement touchpoints (all-hands, check-ins, feedback cycles).

Support performance reflections and reviews for ICs and leads.

Provide simple frameworks for managers to give feedback and grow their teams.

Qualifications

Essential

5–7 years of HR and recruitment experience with exposure to both

hiring

and

operations .

Experience hiring in

early-stage environments, building scalable models, and adapting to hyper local needs (e.g. project sites etc.).

Experience in hiring for broad range of roles (any industry specific hiring - including technical roles - software development and operations.)

Strong knowledge of contracts, compliance, and payroll in India; familiarity with global employment models a plus.

Track record of closing niche or global roles across functions.

Independent, driving to closure, energized by fast pace environments ; Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Preferred

Experience scaling HR systems and processes as a company grows.

Prior work in sustainability, climate, nature, or other impact-driven sectors.

Experience managing teams or mentoring junior HR professionals.

Comfort working with diverse, globally distributed teams across time zones.

Growth and Evolution

Success in this role means efficiently leading our recruitment drives, implementing sound HR practices, and ensuring smooth administrative processes. A standout performer would be proactive, able to anticipate organisational needs, and drive improvements autonomously. As we grow, there will be opportunities for role expansion and progression. At Thryve.Earth, we believe in collaborative growth where team members actively participate in shaping their career trajectory.

Reporting & Collaboration

You will be working directly with the founders and respective Functional leads. This close collaboration ensures alignment with our organisational objectives and promotes seamless execution of responsibilities.