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The Opportunity & Role ContextTo support and enable our growth plans in India, we are seeking an experienced and versatile Senior HR Professional / HR Business Partner. This is a critical role responsible for establishing, managing, and scaling the HR function within our Indian subsidiary, starting from a relatively small operational base.Crucially, candidates should understand this is not a typical HR Business Partner role found in a large, established multinational corporation. While strategic alignment is key, the immediate and primary focus requires a very hands-on, pragmatic approach. The successful candidate will be responsible for the full spectrum of HR duties directly.Furthermore, the role demands a strong ability to effectively navigate and balance expectations across different organizational cultures – the local Indian context, the German HQ perspective, and regional APAC directives originating from China (functional reporting line). This requires significant cultural sensitivity and communication skills.3. Key Responsibilities

• HR Foundation Building & Development: Design, establish, and refine HR processes, systems, and policies tailored for the Indian entity, ensuring alignment with global/regional standards and local compliance. Develop the HR structure pragmatically based on current needs and near-term growth.
• Hands-On HR Operations & Administration: Directly manage all core HR operational activities including accurate employee record-keeping, onboarding/offboarding, payroll coordination (overseeing external provider), benefits administration, compliance reporting, and managing employee documentation. This will be a significant part of the role.
• Talent Acquisition Partnership: Collaborate closely with internal recruitment resources and manage relationships with external search partners for local hiring. Participate actively in interviews and ensure a smooth onboarding experience.
• Employee Relations & Engagement: Act as the first point of contact for employee queries and concerns. Foster a positive work environment. Manage employee relations issues effectively and ensure compliance with Indian labor laws. Champion company culture initiatives locally.
• Performance Management: Implement and manage the company's performance review cycle in India, providing coaching and support to managers and employees.
• Policy Implementation & Compliance: Interpret and implement global/regional HR policies within the Indian legal framework. Ensure full compliance with all relevant labor laws.
• Compensation & Benefits Support: Assist in administering local C&B programs, ensuring competitiveness and alignment with regional/global frameworks.

4. Ideal Candidate Profile

• Experience:
  • Must Have: 10+ years of progressive HR experience, with significant time spent in a hands-on operational HR role within a multinational company environment in India.
  • Critically Important: Demonstrable experience working within or closely collaborating with both European (ideally German) and Chinese business cultures/companies.
  • Must Have: Proven experience across the full HR generalist spectrum.
  • Highly Preferred: Experience in building or significantly scaling HR processes/functions in India, ideally within a small-to-medium sized subsidiary.
  • Industry Preference: Experience within Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical, Life Sciences, or possibly Technology/R&D-focused multinational companies.
  • Experience working abroad (outside India) is a distinct plus.
• Mindset & Approach:
  • Essential: A pragmatic, "roll-up-your-sleeves" attitude. Must be willing and motivated to manage day-to-day HR tasks directly and build processes from the ground up.
  • Essential: While we seek a seasoned professional, this role is best suited for someone energized by the building phase in a smaller entity, rather than someone seeking a purely strategic or large-team management role at this current scale. Strategic capability is valued for future growth, but operational execution is key now.
• Knowledge & Skills:
  • Must Have: Strong, practical understanding of Indian labor laws and statutory compliance.
  • Must Have: Proficiency in HRIS platforms (specifically SAP SuccessFactors) and MS Office Suite.
  • Must Have: Excellent communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills. Fluent in English.
  • Must Have: Strong problem-solving skills, high accuracy, and detail-orientation.
  • Must Have: Ability to operate independently, manage ambiguity, and thrive in a dynamic environment.
• Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
  • A post-graduate degree/diploma in HR Management is a plus, but not required.
• Languages:
  • Fluency in English (written and spoken) is essential.
  • Proficiency in Hindi and/or other relevant regional Indian languages is a significant advantage.
• Cultural Fit / Soft Skills:
  • Essential: Highly culturally astute, demonstrating a deep understanding of cultural specificities (e.g., differing concepts of hierarchy, risk-taking, compliance approaches) and communication styles between India, Germany (HQ), and China (APAC). Proven ability to effectively bridge these differences.
  • Proactive, adaptable, resilient, and solutions-oriented.
  • High ethical standards and integrity.
  • Collaborative team player comfortable working across time zones.

5. Unique Selling Points (Why Join?)

• Build & Impact: Opportunity to establish and shape the HR function for the Indian subsidiary of a global biotech leader.
• Autonomy & Responsibility: Significant ownership of the HR function in India within a defined framework.
• Visibility: Direct reporting to the India MD and functional connection to the APAC HR Director offers significant local and regional visibility.
• Growth Potential: Opportunity to grow with the role as the Indian organization potentially expands.
• Culture: Join a scientifically driven company with a strong global identity; contribute to building the local culture.

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