Lead - Human Resources - IIM/XLRI/TISS

Description:

Company Overview:

Indkal Technologies is a fast-growing Indian consumer electronics and home appliances company, founded in 2020 and headquartered in Bengaluru. The company operates under global trademark licensing agreements for renowned brands such as Acer and Black+Decker, and has also launched its own in-house brand, Wobble.

With a strong commitment to the Make in India initiative, Indkal manufactures over 70% of its product range locally and aims to achieve 90% localization by the end of 2025.

The companys diverse product portfolio includes Smart TVs, Air Conditioners, Washing Machines, Smartphones (launched in May 2025), and TWS Audio Products.

Currently present in 12,000+ retail stores across India, Indkal is on an aggressive growth trajectory, striving to become one of the leading players in the Indian consumer electronics space.

Role & Responsibilities:

- Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives aligned with overall business objectives.

- Manage end-to-end recruitment and selection processes to ensure a positive candidate experience.

- Oversee onboarding, orientation, and integration of new employees.

- Streamline and optimize HR processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

- Ensure compliance with all applicable labor laws and statutory regulations.

- Act as a bridge between management and employees by addressing grievances and promoting transparent communication.

- Oversee and manage a performance appraisal system that encourages high performance and accountability.

- Design and execute employee engagement initiatives to strengthen organizational culture and morale.

- Collaborate with business leaders for workforce planning and talent strategy alignment.

- Maintain and manage HR systems and databases (experience with ZOHO preferred).

Preferred Candidate Profile:

- Master's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field, preferably from Tier 1 institutions such as IIMs, XLRI, TISS, or equivalent.

- 6-10 years of proven experience in Talent Acquisition and HR Operations roles.

- Strong knowledge of labor laws, HR best practices, and policy implementation.

- Proven track record in managing recruitment drives, performance systems, and employee life cycle management.

- Proficiency with HR software tools (preferably ZOHO People/Recruit).

- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.

- Ability to build trusted relationships across all levels and foster a high-performance work culture.