Head of HR India

Responsibilities:

Talent Acquisition & Process Setup:

• Lead and manage end-to-end recruitment activities, with a special focus on field sales hiring (Medical Representatives, Key Account Managers, Technical Specialists, Sales Managers).
• Build, implement, and continuously improve structured hiring processes and systems to ensure a strong, sustainable talent pipeline.
• Partner with business leaders to anticipate manpower needs and align hiring strategies with business goals and growth plans.

Strategic HR Leadership:

• Develop and execute HR strategies that align with the organization’s vision and growth plans.
• Balance operational excellence with long-term strategic objectives.

Organizational Development & Culture:

• Design and implement initiatives to nurture a positive, collaborative, and performance-driven work culture.
• Drive employee engagement and retention through programs that motivate and inspire teams.

HR Operations & Compliance:

• Ensure HR policies and practices are streamlined, compliant, and effectively communicated.
• Oversee performance management processes and employee relations.

Change Management:

• Champion transformation initiatives and guide the organization through periods of growth and change.

Requirements:

• 12 to 15 years of HR experience with proven success in talent acquisition (especially field sales hiring) and process establishment
• Experience from medical device companies & pharma/healthcare experience will be considered
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders
• Hands-on, proactive, and solution-oriented approach to HR challenges
• Demonstrated ability to balance immediate execution needs with long-term strategic goals

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• A results-driven HR professional who thrives on building HR systems from the ground up, enjoys working in a fast-paced and growing business environment, and can translate strategy into actionable HR solutions.
• The ideal candidate will bring industry insights from the medical device sector, possess strong experience in sales-force recruitment and capability building, and be committed to developing a scalable HR function that supports sustainable growth.