HR Manager

Job Description

HR Manager (Full-Time)
IORA Ecological Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
Location: New Delhi

1. About IORA

IORA Ecological Solutions Pvt. Ltd. is a multidisciplinary environmental advisory and project implementation company working across conservation, climate change, carbon finance, ecosystem restoration, and sustainable development. IORA operates in a project-driven, impact-oriented environment, engaging with governments, multilateral agencies, NGOs and private sector clients.

IORA seeks to appoint a full-time HR Manager who will take end-to-end responsibility for the HR function, strengthen and institutionalise existing HR systems and policies, lead day-to-day HR operations, and mentor other HR colleagues.

2. Role Purpose

The HR Manager will:

• Lead, manage and continuously strengthen all aspects of the HR function at IORA.
• Ensure effective implementation and consistent application of HR systems, policies and processes.
• Provide strategic and operational HR support to senior management and staff.
• Build internal HR capacity by mentoring and guiding HR colleagues.
• Support organisational performance, compliance and staff engagement.

3. Key Responsibilities
4. HR Leadership and Governance

• Serve as the overall lead for Human Resources at IORA.
• Provide leadership on people-related matters, workforce planning and organisational culture.
• Ensure HR governance, transparency and accountability across the organisation.

1. HR Systems and Operations

• Take end-to-end responsibility for HR systems and operational processes.
• Strengthen and institutionalise systems covering recruitment, onboarding, performance management, employee lifecycle management, leave and attendance, learning and development, employee relations, and disciplinary processes.
• Ensure systems are consistently applied, clearly documented and aligned with organisational needs.
• Identify and address operational gaps and risks.

1. Policy Development and Enforcement

• Review, refine, update, consolidate and enforce HR policies and SOPs
• Ensure policies are legally compliant and consistently implemented.
• Lead internal communication and orientation on HR policies and SOPs
• Support management in fair and transparent application of policies.

1. Onboarding and Offboarding

• Own and implement standardised onboarding and offboarding manuals.
• Ensure effective induction, knowledge transfer, exit processes and statutory compliance.

1. Performance Management and Talent Development

• Manage performance management processes, including objective setting and review cycles.
• Support managers in performance discussions and development planning.
• Identify organisational learning and capacity-building needs.
• Lead implementation of employee engagement initiatives, including structured internal buddy and mentoring programmes.

1. HR Advisory and Employee Relations

• Provide timely, balanced and professional HR advice to staff and management.
• Proactively manage employee relations matters to maintain a healthy and respectful workplace.

1. Team Leadership and Mentoring

• Mentor and guide HR colleagues.
• Delegate responsibilities appropriately while maintaining oversight and quality standards.
• Establish clear standard operating procedures (SOPs), templates and documentation.

4. Key Deliverables

• Strengthened and consistently applied HR systems across the employee lifecycle.
• Updated and consolidated HR policy manual / employee handbook.
• Operational onboarding and offboarding manuals in active use.
• Clear SOPs and HR documentation.
• Effective performance management processes implemented across teams.
• Demonstrable improvement in HR team capability and confidence.
• Periodic HR updates and reports to the CEO/COO.

5. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Effective and timely management of HR operations with minimal escalation.
• Consistent application and enforcement of HR policies and systems.
• Successful implementation and use of onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Quality, clarity and usability of HR documentation and SOPs.
• Improved capability and independence of HR colleagues.
• Positive trends in employee engagement, compliance and workplace conduct.

 

6. Essential Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration (HR), Organisational Development, or a related field.
• Additional professional qualifications or certifications in HR management, labour law or organisational development would be advantageous.

7. Essential Experience

• 8–10 years of progressive HR experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading HR functions in private sector, consulting, professional services, or mission-driven organisations.
• Proven experience strengthening and institutionalising HR systems and policies.
• Experience managing performance management processes and employee relations matters.
• Strong understanding of Indian labour laws and statutory compliance requirements.
• Experience mentoring or supervising HR team members.

8. Core Competencies

• Strategic thinking combined with strong operational execution capability.
• High professional integrity and discretion.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage complexity in a project-driven organisation.
• Sound judgement in employee relations and policy enforcement.
• Structured, process-oriented and detail-focused approach.
• Leadership presence with the ability to build trust and credibility.

9. Reporting

The HR Manager will report to the CEO through the COO and will work closely with senior management, HR colleagues and functional heads.

10. Employment Terms

• Full-time position.
• Location: New Delhi.
• Compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications.