Human Resources Manager

Job Title : Head of Human Resources

Location : Pithampur, Sector 3

Reports To : Founder

Leads : 2 HR Managers (Generalist & Recruiter)

Experience Required : 15+ years, with strong exposure to core HR, compliance, and IR

About Alankaram

Alankaram is a design-first, premium teakwood furniture brand redefining Indian craftsmanship with a modern aesthetic. As we grow, our people remain our strength. We aim to build not just a brand, but a culture that is known for excellence, empathy, and empowerment.

Role Summary

The Head of HR will lead the end-to-end Human Resources function across strategic HR, operations, talent acquisition, statutory compliance, employee experience, and Industrial Relations . This role will play a key part in achieving Alankaram’s goal of becoming a Great Place to Work® certified organization by Dec 2025 , and reducing attrition below industry benchmarks while cultivating a productive, engaged, and compliant workplace.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

Develop and implement the HR strategy aligned to business goals, scaling Alankaram’s workforce and workplace culture.

Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership on people-related matters.

Track and report key HR metrics to leadership, driving data-informed decisions.

Talent Management & Development

Oversee recruitment strategy through the recruiter, ensuring a strong pipeline of design, technical, and support talent.

Implement performance management cycles, career development programs, and leadership grooming.

Prepare and monitor training program for the entire workforce.

Support internal mobility and succession planning.

Employee Experience & Engagement

Drive initiatives to enhance the Employee Happiness Index through feedback loops, surveys, and interventions.

Maintain health, hygiene and safety in the workplace for all employees.

Design and execute employee engagement, wellness, and learning programs.

Lead internal communication and reinforce cultural values.

⚖️ Statutory Compliance & Policy Management

Ensure 100% compliance with Indian labour laws (PF, ESIC, gratuity, minimum wages, etc.).

Maintain updated HR policies, employee handbook, and ensure timely audits and filings.

Liaise with legal consultants for compliance-related risks or escalations.

Industrial Relations (IR)

Maintain healthy labor relations with factory workers and floor staff through active dialogue and grievance redressal.

Coordinate with production teams and floor managers to resolve concerns before they escalate.

Manage union-related communication, if applicable, and maintain a harmonious working environment.

Ensure all statutory records and labor registers are maintained as per the Factories Act and Shops & Establishment Act.

Culture Building & Great Place to Work (GPTW) Journey

Lead the strategic roadmap toward achieving Great Place to Work certification by Dec 2025 .

Implement best practices in employee trust, transparency, fairness, and well-being.

Create internal campaigns and communication aligned to GPTW pillars.

Key Result Areas (KRAs) & Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Talent Acquisition

• Time-to-hire Employee Retention & Well-being
• Annual attrition 85%- Regular employee feedback loops

Compliance & Statutory

Performance Management

Engagement & Culture

Industrial Relations (IR)

HR Operations Efficiency

80- All records digitized & tracked via HRMS

Team Management

Qualifications & Experience

15+ years of progressive HR experience, preferably with exposure to both white-collar and blue-collar workforce.

Sound knowledge of Indian labor laws, IR protocols, and statutory norms.

Strong leadership and people management skills.

Prior experience in a manufacturing / factory-led environment is a plus.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Hindi.

What Success Looks Like

Alankaram is GPTW certified by December 2025

Attrition is below industry benchmark (target Compliant, audit-ready factory and office operations

Employees rate their experience 4.5+ / 5 on engagement metrics

Strong IR foundation with proactive communication on the shop floor