AVP, People & Culture

Weekday (YC W21)

. Lead the organization’s end-to-end HR function, including organization design, workforce planning, performance management, payroll, benefits, statutory compliance, HR operations, employee relations, and the full employee lifecycle .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeRemote • IndiaLead💰 ₹2,000,000 - ₹3,000,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in leading end-to-end HR functions, including payroll management, compliance, organization design, and performance management. Proven ability to drive HR digitization initiatives and develop effective HR strategies aligned with business objectives.

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HR Leadership ExperiencePayroll ManagementStatutory ComplianceOrganization DesignPerformance Management

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Hard Skills

Payroll ManagementCompliance ManagementHR OperationsOrganization DesignPerformance ManagementTalent DevelopmentHR AnalyticsBenefits AdministrationWorkforce PlanningChange Management

Soft Skills

Leadership SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsStakeholder ManagementTeam Management

Tools & Technologies

HR Automation ToolsMIS Reporting ToolsDashboard Development

Certifications & Qualifications

HR CertificationCompliance CertificationPayroll CertificationLabour Law Certification

Industry Keywords

Employee RelationsStatutory ComplianceLabour LawWorkforce ProductivityEmployee Lifecycle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the organization’s end-to-end HR function, including organization design, workforce planning, performance management, payroll, benefits, statutory compliance, HR operations, employee relations, and the full employee lifecycle
Partner with business leaders to design organizational structures and workforce plans aligned with business strategy, growth, capabilities, budgets, and operational effectiveness
Lead organization design, restructuring, role clarification, job architecture, and change-planning initiatives
Design and oversee performance management frameworks, goal-setting, reviews, feedback, calibration, and performance improvement processes
Oversee accurate and timely monthly payroll, payroll inputs, reconciliations, MIS reporting, vendors, Finance, auditors, labour-law compliance, tax requirements, and statutory deductions
Design and administer employee benefits, manage enrolment, claims, renewals, vendors, competitiveness, and employee awareness
Ensure compliance with EPF, ESIC, Shops and Establishments legislation, gratuity, maternity benefits, wages, bonuses, equal remuneration, POSH, and Labour Welfare Fund requirements
Lead HR and statutory compliance audits and maintain statutory registers, records, policies, and audit-ready documentation
Oversee the employee lifecycle from workforce planning and recruitment support through onboarding, development, engagement, internal mobility, employee relations, and exits
Manage grievances, disciplinary matters, workplace investigations, conflict resolution, employee engagement, and culture initiatives
Build scalable HR processes and governance frameworks; monitor service levels, productivity, and delivery standards
Lead HR digitization and automation initiatives and develop dashboards and MIS reports for leadership decisions
Partner with business leaders on organizational effectiveness, workforce productivity, talent retention, succession planning, talent management, and change management
Lead and mentor HR team members
Track KPIs including workforce-plan delivery, performance management, payroll accuracy, compliance, engagement, attrition, onboarding, service levels, grievance resolution, benefits utilization, and process efficiency

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
MBA or PGDM in Human Resources preferred
10–15 years of progressive HR experience
For an AVP-level appointment, 15+ years of HR leadership experience and a demonstrated record of leading enterprise-wide HR operations, organizational change, and people strategy
Expertise in payroll, compliance, HR operations, employee relations, organization design, and performance management
Competence in organization design and workforce planning
Competence in performance management and talent development
Competence in payroll and compensation management
Knowledge of labour law and statutory compliance
Competence in HR operations and service excellence
Competence in employee relations and benefits administration
Competence in HR analytics and MIS reporting
Policy development and stakeholder management skills
Leadership and team management skills
Change management and process improvement skills
HR automation and digitization skills
Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Relevant certifications in HR, compliance, payroll, or labour law are an advantage

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Personal accident insurance
Life insurance
Wellness programs
Employee assistance programs
Retirement benefits
Employee benefits enrolment and claims support