Senior Manager - Human Resources (Nepal)

We are seeking an experienced and proactive HR Manager to lead the Human Resources department at our manufacturing plant at Nepal. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in HR management, particularly within research and development environments, and demonstrate an ability to build a positive organizational culture that supports innovation and compliance. This is a strategic role that requires a dynamic HR professional skilled in talent management, employee relations, policy development, and team leadership.

This position is for Mankind Pharma and it reports to DGM Human Resources.

Key responsibilities:

1) Talent Acquisition & Management

• Design and implement recruitment strategies to attract top-tier talent specific to the pharmaceutical research industry.
• Oversee end-to-end hiring processes, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding.
• Build a talent pipeline for key positions, collaborating with academic and research institutions to support organizational growth.

2) Employee Relations & Engagement

• Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment to enhance employee engagement and retention.
• Serve as the primary contact for employee relations, handling concerns and grievances professionally and efficiently.
• Organize and manage employee engagement activities, including training sessions and team-building events.

3) Performance Management

• Establish and manage performance management systems, including goal-setting, appraisals, feedback, and career development.
• Work closely with department heads to set meaningful performance metrics aligned with organizational goals.

4) Compliance & Policy Development

• Ensure HR practices comply with labor laws, industry regulations, and organizational policies.
• Develop and update HR policies to foster a research-centric, compliant workplace environment.

5) Learning & Development

• Identify skills gaps and create training programs to enhance employee capabilities and support their professional growth.
• Partner with external experts to deliver specialized training on pharmaceutical compliance, clinical trials, and other advanced research topics.

6) Compensation & Benefits

• Design and manage competitive compensation structures and benefits packages to attract and retain high-quality talent.
• Oversee payroll processing, benefits administration, and other compensation-related functions.

7) HR Analytics & Reporting

• Use HR data to analyze workforce trends, turnover, employee satisfaction, and other critical metrics.
• Prepare HR reports and provide insights to senior management for strategic workforce planning.

8) Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of HR professionals to provide high-quality HR services.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Finance, Legal, and Compliance, to meet organizational objectives.

Skill-sets:

• Strong knowledge of HR best practices, labor laws, and pharmaceutical industry regulations.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with integrity.
• Proficiency in HR software and data analytics for strategic decision-making.