Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO)

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

Salary range : Rs 2000000 - Rs 2500000 (ie INR 20-25 LPA)

Min Experience : 10 years

Location : Kanpur, Patna, Panchkula

JobType : full-time

We are seeking a seasoned Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) or Unit Head – HR to lead the HR function at one of the most reputed hospitals in the country. The ideal candidate will be an accomplished HR professional from a top-tier hospital background , with a strong grasp of the complexities of managing human resources in a high-pressure, patient-centric environment.

The CHRO will be responsible for driving people strategies, implementing robust HR processes, fostering a high-performance culture, and ensuring alignment of HR initiatives with the hospital’s mission and clinical excellence. This role is pivotal in managing a diverse workforce that includes doctors, nurses, clinical professionals, and administrative staff.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead the HR function across the hospital unit, overseeing talent acquisition, employee engagement, compensation & benefits, training & development, compliance, and performance management.
• Strategize and implement HR policies that support medical and operational excellence.
• Partner with department heads and senior leadership to understand manpower requirements, succession planning, and leadership development.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with labor laws, statutory requirements, and healthcare industry norms.
• Design and execute talent retention programs that address high attrition areas like nursing and paramedical staff.
• Strengthen the employer brand to attract and retain top talent in clinical and non-clinical roles.
• Develop and manage comprehensive training programs for hospital employees to maintain excellence in patient care and service delivery.
• Foster a positive work culture rooted in compassion, accountability, ethics, and professional development.
• Lead grievance redressal mechanisms and ensure timely resolution of employee issues.
• Monitor and manage HR budgets, headcount planning, and cost optimization initiatives.
• Stay updated on HR best practices and innovations in the healthcare space, implementing them wherever relevant.

Key Skills & Qualifications :

Preferred Background :

Candidates who have held lead HR roles in reputed hospitals with multidisciplinary departments (including cardiology) will be strongly preferred. A demonstrated ability to handle the dynamic and emotionally demanding nature of hospital HR operations is crucial.