Associate Director - HR Strategic Initiatives - Consulting/IT services (11-18 yrs)

Category - HR

Job Type - Permanent

Description - This role involves collaborating with leadership teams to align HR initiatives with organizational goals, focusing on HR Strategies and Employee Engagement. Key responsibilities include driving strategic HR projects, fostering a positive work environment, optimizing performance through metrics, and implementing HR technology. Responsibilities include leadership development, budget management, and ensuring compliance with policies & regulations.

Client Details:

Our client is an MNC in the IT services sector. They are a worldwide leader in technology solutions, enabling businesses to succeed in the digital age.

Description:

HR Strategic Planning & Implementation:

- Partner with leadership teams to design and execute HR strategies that align with the organization's objectives.

- Identify and lead strategic HR initiatives, including the introduction of a new PMS, Succession planning, Employee engagement programs, and the development of new HR policies and frameworks that align with industry standards for competitiveness.

- Lead initiatives for Great Place to Work (GPTW) and DE&I to promote an inclusive organizational culture.

- Supervise the implementation of programs that cultivate a sense of belonging and support diversity in all its forms.

- Ensure employee attrition rates remain below the established threshold.

- Achieve employee engagement targets in line with organizational objectives.

Project Management and Coordination:

- Lead & oversee strategic HR projects from planning to execution, ensuring alignment with HR goals and effective resource management.
- Manage resource allocation to ensure timely and efficient delivery of HR strategic projects.

Employee Engagement:

- Cultivate a positive and collaborative work environment that enhances Employee engagement, satisfaction, & retention.

Learning and Development:

- Recommend strategies for global L&D programs aimed at improving employee skills and fostering career growth.

- Provide guidance on designing and implementing Individual Development Programs (IDP) that support Performance management and leadership pipeline development.

Performance Monitoring & Optimization:

- Develop & track KPIs to assess the effectiveness of HR strategic initiatives, providing data for continuous improvement.

- Use HR metrics and analytics to guide strategic decisions and measure the success of HR initiatives.

Change & Risk Management:

- Lead organizational change initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions and securing employee buy-in.

- Identify & mitigate potential risks in HR strategic initiatives as part of comprehensive risk management efforts.

HR Technology & Systems:

- Oversee the implementation & management of HR technology, including KEBS automations, to support the organization's goal of becoming an AI-first, digital transformation (DX) company.

- Leverage HR technology to optimize strategic processes and enhance service delivery through digital transformation.

Leadership and Team Management:

- Provide leadership, mentorship, and coaching to the Strategic Initiative team, fostering collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

- Support team members' professional growth and development.

- Assign tasks and monitor progress in line with the PMS, ensuring deadlines and objectives are met.

- Promote a healthy work-life balance for the Strategic Initiative team.

Operations Management:

- Ensure HR SG&A costs remain within the approved budget for Strategic Initiatives.

- Lead monthly team meetings for direct reports to keep the team updated on organizational progress.

- Monitor the conduct of Strategic Initiative meetings across all levels of the organization.

Policy Overview and Compliance:

- Develop and implement HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards.

- Provide support and guidance to managers and employees on interpreting and applying HR policies.

Profile:

- A successful candidate for the position of 'Associate Director - Strategic Initiatives' must have:

- 12-17 years of overall experience in human resources, with at least 8-10 years of progressive experience in managing HR Strategic Initiatives or HR Transformation, preferably in Consulting/IT Companies

- Experience in any Consulting or IT Services organization

- Knowledge on Labor Laws & Regulations, Performance Mgt, Emp Engagement, L&D, OD, HR Analytics & Metrics, HRIS, Budgeting & Financials, Risk Mgt

- Know-how in strategic planning frameworks & methodologies, including SWOT analysis etc.

- MBA/ PGDM required

- HR Certification/ Management Development Programme (MDP) from Premiere B-Schools is preferred, but not necessary

- Chennai as current location

Job Offer:

- The opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the HR landscape of a leading IT services company, coupled with a positive and engaging work environment

- Market-leading compensation & benefits

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