CARS24 - Lead HR Business Partner - People & Culture Team (8-15 yrs)

Job Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic Lead HR Business Partner (North) to join our People & Culture team. This role will involve managing a team of HRBPs while being a strategic partner to the business. The ideal candidate will have strong people management skills, be data-driven, and play a critical role in aligning HR initiatives with business objectives to enhance organizational performance and culture at CARS24.

What Will You Drive?

As the Lead HRBP for Talent Management and Talent Acquisition, you will be the strategic partner and driver of initiatives that ensure a seamless integration of talent acquisition with robust talent management processes. Your role will encompass:

- Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and coach a team of HR Business Partners, ensuring alignment with business and HR goals.

- Business Partnership: Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders, providing strategic HR support and driving people strategies to enable business success.

- Data-Driven Decision Making: Leverage HR data and analytics to identify trends, insights, and areas for improvement. Present actionable insights to business leaders to inform decision-making.

- Employee Relations: Oversee employee relations and ensure issues are addressed promptly and effectively, fostering a positive work environment.

- Performance Management: Drive the implementation of performance management processes, ensuring timely appraisals, feedback, and developmental plans for team members.

- Talent Management & Development: Partner with the business to identify talent gaps, plan succession, and create initiatives to retain and develop key talent within the organization.

- Talent Acquisition: Partner with the business to design and implement hiring strategies that align with organizational goals and future growth. Be responsible for hiring numbers (all roles) and work with the regional hiring team for on-time closure. Drive hiring metrics/KPIs for the region such as Time to hire, Cost per hire, Quality hiring, Offer-Joining ratio, Source mix and early attrition.

- Employee Engagement: Design and implement initiatives like wellness programs, town halls, and team-building activities to boost morale and foster a positive culture. Actively gather and address employee feedback through surveys and discussions, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

- Reward & Recognition: Develop and execute creative, inclusive recognition programs to celebrate achievements and inspire high performance. Ensure transparency and fairness in rewards while monitoring their effectiveness to enhance motivation and retention.

- Change Management: Lead organizational change initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions and managing employee communication and engagement during periods of change.

- HR Compliance: Ensure adherence to company policies and legal requirements, managing risk and resolving employee issues with fair practices.

Who Are We Looking For ?

- Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field.

- Experience: 8+ years of HR Business Partnering and Talent Acquisition experience with at least 4-5 years in a team management role, preferably in a fast-paced sales focused environment.

- Strong with Data: Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret and leverage HR metrics, identify trends, and provide data-driven insights and recommendations.

- Business Acumen: Ability to understand business operations and align HR strategies to meet business objectives.

- Communication & Influence: Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build strong relationships at all levels of the organization.

- Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to address and resolve complex employee issues quickly and effectively.

- Adaptability: Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with the ability to manage multiple priorities.