HR Business Partner

Position Title: Senior Manager – HR Department: Human Resources Location: CAIT EduSys Head Office at Pimpri Employment Type: Full-time from office 6 days Role Purpose The Senior Manager – HR will be responsible for leading and managing the entire HR function at CAIT EduSys Pvt. Ltd. This includes strategic workforce planning, talent acquisition, employee engagement, compliance, learning & development, and performance management. Key Responsibilities HR Strategy & Leadership • Develop and implement HR strategies, policies, and practices aligned with CAIT’s business objectives. • Serve as a strategic HR partner to leadership, contributing to organizational growth and transformation. • Lead the HR team and ensure delivery of all core HR functions. Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning • Drive end-to-end recruitment for white-collar and blue-collar manpower requirements. • Forecast workforce needs and build a strong talent pipeline. • Build partnerships with institutions, job boards, and agencies to attract skilled talent. Employee Lifecycle Management • Oversee onboarding, induction, and smooth integration of employees. • Drive employee engagement, retention, and welfare programs. • Design career progression frameworks for different levels (blue-collar, field staff, managers, leadership). Performance Management & Development • Implement structured appraisal systems with KRAs/KPIs. • Ensure regular performance reviews, feedback, and coaching. • Identify training needs and implement learning & development programs across all levels. Compliance & Policies • Ensure statutory compliance (labor laws, PF, ESIC, gratuity, shops & establishment, etc.). • Maintain updated HR policies, employee handbook, and grievance redressal systems. • Liaise with external auditors, consultants, and legal authorities where required. Culture & Engagement • Foster a positive work culture that reflects CAIT’s values. • Drive recognition programs, employee satisfaction surveys, and internal communication. • Handle disciplinary cases with fairness and transparency. Data, MIS & Analytics • Maintain HR dashboards, workforce analytics, and attrition reports. • Present HR insights and recommendations to leadership for decision-making. • Ensure accurate HR documentation and digitisation of HR records. Key Requirements Education & Experience • MBA / PGDM in Human Resources or equivalent. • 8 years of HR experience, with at least 3–5 years in a senior managerial role. • Exposure to manpower services, education, training, or workforce-intensive industries is highly preferred. Skills & Competencies • Strong leadership and team management skills. • Deep knowledge of HR best practices, policies, and statutory compliances. • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. • Analytical mindset with ability to leverage HR metrics and data. • Ability to handle both strategic HR initiatives and day-to-day operations effectively.