HR Manager (Freelance / Contract) [Only 24h Left]

Location : INDIA (Remote / Hybrid as required)

Experience Required : 10+ Years (with strong expertise in data & cloud sector hiring is a advantage )

About the Engagement

We are in the process of building a flagship Data Platform initiative that is a critical component of the digital transformation roadmap, requiring the rapid deployment of top-tier talent across technical, governance, and program leadership domains.

To ensure seamless execution, we are seeking an experienced HR Manager (Freelance / Contract) who will lead end-to-end talent acquisition, onboarding, and program-level HR operations for this initiative.

Role Overview – HR Manager

As the HR Manager for this program, you will be responsible for managing the full recruitment lifecycle – from talent sourcing to onboarding – for all roles critical to the program’s success.You will work closely with founder and internal teams to ensure timely hiring of qualified professionals, in compliance with foreign labor and client-specific requirements.

This role requires a seasoned HR professional with strong experience in the data and cloud sector, proven ability to deliver under tight timelines, and expertise in managing contractor engagements for large-scale programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end recruitment and onboarding for all project roles, ensuring high-quality and timely hires.
• Source, screen, and evaluate candidates with expertise in data engineering, cloud, AI / ML, governance, and related domains.
• Manage the candidate experience from engagement through onboarding, ensuring a professional and efficient process.
• Collaborate with client stakeholders to align on hiring requirements, approvals, and compliance processes.
• Handle contractual formalities, documentation, and freelance / contractor onboarding in line with labor practices.
• Develop and maintain a talent pipeline for niche and high-demand roles in the data and cloud sector.
• Support HR operations for program resources, including onboarding, orientation, compliance checks, and assignment tracking.
• Provide regular reports and dashboards on recruitment status, risks, and progress to leadership.
• Act as the HR point of contact for internal program teams throughout the engagement.

Required Skills & Experience

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