Head of HR | Talent Acquisition Heavy | High-Growth Startup | Bangalore

We’re looking for an

operator —someone who builds teams the way startups build businesses : with speed, discipline, and ownership.

If you’ve personally closed senior hires, led teams while staying deeply hands-on, and succeeded in startups where operational and sales rigour are part of daily life, this role gives you the chance to make outsized impact. And if you thrive in fast-moving environments, enjoy rolling up your sleeves, and take pride in delivering results—not excuses—you’ll feel right at home here.

The Role

You will lead HR at a fast-scaling, execution-driven startup where outcomes matter more than optics. This is a

60% Talent Acquisition, 40% HR Generalist

role—a rare hybrid for someone who can hire like a strong TA leader while owning culture, people operations, and the full HR charter.

You’ll work directly with the

Founders

and take complete ownership of the people function.

What You’ll Own

Talent Acquisition at scale :

Build pipelines, personally close senior hires, and run a high-performing TA team

Team leadership :

Lead and develop a team of 12–15 across TA, HRBP, Payroll, and Onboarding

Culture & employee experience :

Build a high-energy, high-accountability environment that retains top talent

HR operations :

Own policies, compliance, payroll, and core people processes that keep the engine running smoothly

Strategic execution :

Partner with leadership to hire, scale, and retain A-players

Who You Are

Startup operator :

You’ve worked in growth-stage startups with discipline and structure—not chaos

Hands-on closer :

You can source, interview, and close senior roles yourself when needed

High ownership mindset :

You follow through consistently and don’t let things slip

Strong communicator :

Clear, direct, and persuasive—with candidates and leadership alike

Team builder :

You’ve led teams and know how to drive accountability without micromanaging

True generalist :

TA is your strength, but you’re comfortable owning HRBP work, culture initiatives, payroll, and ops

Requirements

Proven experience in high-growth startups with strong operational rigor

Demonstrated success in independently closing senior and leadership hires

Experience leading TA and HR Generalist responsibilities in a 60 / 40 split

Prior management of teams sized 10–15+ across HR functions

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

• Bangalore-based;

full-time work from office required

Write to

amit.n@careerxperts.com

to get connected!