Head Administration & HR

Job Title: Head – Administration & HR

Position Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to lead the Administration and Human Resources functions of our organization. The Head – Administration & HR will be responsible for developing, executing, and aligning HR and administrative strategies with the company’s overall business objectives. This role demands strong leadership, effective communication, a high level of integrity, and a deep understanding of employment laws, organizational development, and office operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Human Resources Management:

• Design and implement HR strategies that align with organizational goals.
  

• Lead manpower planning, recruitment, onboarding, and performance management processes.
  

• Oversee payroll processing and salary disbursement with full confidentiality and accuracy.
  

• Monitor attendance systems and ensure proper leave management procedures.
  

• Manage promotions, increments, transfers, and designation changes.
  

• Drive employee engagement and welfare initiatives to boost morale and retention.
  

• Conduct exit interviews, manage relieving formalities, and analyze attrition trends.
  

• Ensure statutory compliance (ESIC, PF, Shops & Establishment/Factories Act, etc.).
  

• Handle employee grievances and implement conflict resolution mechanisms.
  

• Maintain and audit employee records, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.
  

• Analyze and improve compensation and benefits policies aligned with industry benchmarks.
  

Administrative Leadership:

• Oversee day-to-day office operations and coordinate interdepartmental functions.
  

• Manage the organization’s communication channels (emails, calls, correspondence).
  

• Organize meetings, travel arrangements, appointments, and internal events.
  

• Ensure the timely distribution of reports, documents, and MIS to management.
  

• Formulate and enforce administrative work procedures and SOPs.
  

• Represent the organization during official visits and external engagements.
  

• Supervise facility management, office infrastructure, and vendor coordination.
  

• Uphold compliance with safety, security, and regulatory guidelines across all functions.
  

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or related field.
  

• Minimum 8–12 years of relevant experience, including 5+ years in a leadership role.
  

• Strong knowledge of labor laws, HR policies, and statutory compliance frameworks.
  

Key Skills Required:

• Strategic leadership and people management
  

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (Tamil & English fluency required)
  

• Strong analytical and decision-making capabilities
  

• Confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive information
  

• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and HRIS systems
  

• Crisis and conflict management skills
  

• Multi-tasking and time management under pressure