Manager - HR Business Partner

We are looking for a seasoned HR Manager to lead HR partnering for our growing organization in India, covering both R&D and G&A functions.

This is a highly strategic role focused on driving organizational effectiveness, talent development, and cultural alignment in close partnership with local leadership and global HR teams.

The Manager - HRBP will play a key role in shaping the organization’s growth, strengthening leadership capabilities, and ensuring that our people strategy enables innovation and business success in a dynamic, global environment.

Role & Responsibilities

Serve as a strategic partner and an active member of the site’s management team, contributing to business decisions and shaping the people strategy to support organizational goals.

Partner with business and professional leaders to provide consultation on HR-related topics, such as talent management, leadership development, workforce planning, and organizational health.

Proactively identify organizational needs and offer scalable solutions that drive engagement, development, and performance.

Lead and implement key HR processes and initiatives, including performance management, compensation, onboarding, and career development.

Drive change management and organizational development activities – perform ongoing analysis, identify risks, and implement improvement plans.

Coach and support managers to build leadership capabilities and foster a culture of growth, excellency, and accountability.

Build strong remote partnerships with global Corporate and Center of Excellence teams to translate global HR strategies into effective local solutions, addressing specific business and people challenges in India.

Ensure compliance with local regulations and company policies.

Deliver an exceptional and consistent employee experience that reflects our values and supports engagement, development, and retention

Required Expertise

12+ years of experience as HR Business Partner and currently in a role as a Manager - HRBP or Sr. Manager. HRBP in High-tech or Product companies.

Proven experience supporting R&D teams in India for MNCs

Ability to influence diverse stakeholders, including senior executives, with diplomacy and confidence.

Strong understanding of Indian labor laws, employment practices, and HR market trends.

Proven ability to work independently while maintaining strong partnership with global HR teams.

Excellent communication skills, capable of clearly and persuasively articulating complex ideas.

High business acumen with a deep understanding of new center ramp-up challenges.

Proficient in HR information systems and data analysis tools.