Head-HR-3-7-Worli

Role : Head HR

Experience : 3 to 7 years

Qualification : MBA (HR)

Location : Worli

Job Description

The Head of Human Resources will be responsible for managing the end-to-end HR function for the firm, with a strong focus on execution, compliance, and building efficient people processes.

This role requires a hands-on professional who can operate in a lean environment, support a partner-driven legal practice, and align HR initiatives with business needs while maintaining cost discipline.

Key Responsibilities:-

• End-to-End HR Management

 Independently manage the complete employee lifecycle: recruitment, onboarding,

confirmation, performance management, and exits

 Act as the primary HR point of contact for all employees and partners

 Ensure smooth day-to-day HR operations without reliance on large teams

• Talent Acquisition

 Lead hiring for legal, secretarial, and support functions

 Build cost-effective sourcing strategies (referrals, professional networks, institutes)

 Ensure timely hiring with a focus on quality and cultural fit

• Performance Management

 Design and implement a simple and effective appraisal system (KRAs/KPIs)

 Support partners in conducting structured performance reviews

 Align individual performance with client delivery and productivity expectations

• HR Operations & Compliance

 Ensure compliance with applicable labour laws and local regulations

 Oversee payroll coordination (in-house or outsourced) and employee documentation

 Maintain HR policies, employee records, and audit-ready documentation

• Employee Engagement & Retention

 Drive practical, low-cost engagement initiatives

 Address employee concerns and manage grievance resolution

 Improve retention in a high-pressure, deadline-driven environment

• Process Development & Optimisation

 Build and standardise HR processes (onboarding, appraisal, exit, etc.)

 Implement basic HR systems, trackers, and automation tools

 Continuously improve efficiency while keeping costs under control

Experience

 3–7 years of HR experience

 Prior experience in legal firms, consulting firms, CA/CS firms, or similar professional services setups preferred

 Experience working in lean teams or independently managing HR functions

Skills & Competencies

 Strong execution capability with a hands-on approach

 Good understanding of Indian labour laws and HR compliance

 Ability to manage multiple responsibilities with limited resources

 Strong stakeholder management skills, especially with senior professionals/partners

 Practical and solution-oriented mindset

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

 Time-to-hire and cost per hire

 Employee attrition and retention levels

 Compliance adherence and audit readiness

 Effectiveness of performance management system

 Employee engagement and feedback

Ideal Candidate Profile

 Self-starter with a “build and execute” mindset

 Comfortable working without large teams or structured HR setups

 Able to balance employee needs with business priorities

 High ownership and accountability

Compensation (Indicative)

 Competitive, aligned with mid-sized firms and role scope

 May include a performance-linked component