LendThriv - Senior Manager - Human Resources - IIM/XLRI/SCMHRD/TISS - AVANA Companies (7-12 yrs)

Role : Senior Manager - HR

No of Openings : 1

Location : Pune, India

Hours : Full Time

Years of Experience : 7-12 years in human resources

Education : MBA from Top Tier B-School

Strong Preference for : Masters Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related fields

Work Timings : USA East Coast Time (IST 5.30 PM to 2.30 AM)

Monday through Friday

We are currently looking for highly skilled and dynamic Senior Manager - HR to be based in Pune, India. This is with our Indian subsidiary company Ezdaher India Private Limited.

Ezdaher India Private Limited is a KPO based in Pune and provides credit underwriting, technology, marketing, human resources and other functional services to our parent company AVANA Companies, USA.

The ideal candidate will bring a blend of exceptional talent, a global perspective, and a strong academic background from top-tier institutions. This role requires expertise in managing the scaling up and down of personnel, spearheading on-campus recruiting initiatives, and effectively working with advanced HR systems. Additionally, the candidate must possess significant experience managing HR operations across geographies outside of India.

Key Responsibilities:

- Strategically manage workforce scaling to meet the dynamic needs of AVANA Companies, ensuring alignment with business objectives.

- Lead and execute on-campus recruitment strategies to attract top-tier talent from elite universities and institutions.

- Optimize and manage HR systems, including applicant tracking, performance management, and workforce planning tools, to support operational excellence.

- Oversee recruitment and HR functions across diverse global geographies, demonstrating cultural sensitivity and adaptability.

- Collaborate with leadership to design and implement HR strategies that foster organizational growth and employee engagement.

- Provide expert guidance on employee relations, talent development, and performance management to build a high-performing workforce.

Key Requirements:

- Fluency in English with outstanding verbal and written communication skills.

- Educational qualifications from Top Tier B-Schools with a proven academic track record.

- Demonstrated expertise in scaling personnel operations for growing organizations.

- Experience in designing and managing on-campus recruitment programs.

- Strong proficiency in HR systems, performance management platforms, and analytics tools.

- Proven track record in managing HR functions across global geographies, particularly outside India.

- Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to navigate cross-functional teams and diverse cultural environments.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Master's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related fields.

- Atleast 7-12 years of experience in human resources.

- Experience in the financial services, real estate, or technology sectors is a plus.

- Experience of having worked in Big 4 consulting firms will be an advantage

- Deep understanding of global HR trends and best practices, with a focus on talent acquisition and workforce optimization.

Desired Functional and Behavioral Characteristics:

- Positive and professional attitude.

- Self-motivated with a proactive approach to tasks.

- Team player with a willingness to collaborate and support colleagues.

- Strong commitment to accuracy and attention to detail.

What we have to offer

- Competitive salary and benefits package

- Ample opportunities for growth and self-development

- Opportunities for professional development and advancement

- Collaborative and inclusive work environment with international exposure.

About AVANA Companies

AVANA Companies (www.avanacompanies.com) is a U.S. based group of credit and finance companies specializing in lending to specific niche industries that we're highly knowledgeable in, such as hospitality, construction, and traditional Commercial Real Estate (CRE) because it enables us to provide the best possible service for our borrowers and minimize risk for our investors. We focus on helping small business owners and real estate developers across the USA by offering quick, adaptable, and dependable financing.

Based in Glendale, Arizona, our financial services firm stands at the forefront of the industry, embracing innovation and fostering a culture of excellence.

Founded in 2002, we have originated loans in excess of $6.5 Billion and managed $1 Billion assets for our investors.

We have earned multiple awards and recognition like:

- 2024 FinTech Breakthrough Award

- Top Mortgage Lender Award

- Inc 5000 list of America's fastest growing private companies, 2021

- Banking Tech Awards

AVANA Companies Winning Aspiration

We preserve wealth and generate income for our investors by providing loans with speed and certainty of execution to help entrepreneurs thrive.

AVANA Companies core values

Put People First

Do the Right Thing

Take the Lead

Make an Impact

Excellence is a Journey

Why join us?

We believe our families are the most important people in our lives. We believe that our work should speak for itself, and we believe that everyone should be given a chance to succeed and grow. We also believe there is no substitute for hard work and that when we falter, we get up and do it again. We come to work with one singular goal and that is to create jobs and provide clean energy in America.

We believe in talking less and executing as per our client's timeline. Do you see yourself thriving in an entrepreneurial culture and spending time with disciplined business warriors? Are you driven by challenge, innovation, and creativity? If so, then we invite you to read on.