We are seeking an experienced HR & Admin Manager to oversee all aspects of human resources and administrative functions within our organization. The ideal candidate will play a key role in talent acquisition, employee engagement, compliance, and industrial relations, particularly within the gems and jewellery manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Recruitment & Onboarding

• Manage end-to-end recruitment cycle including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and selection.
• Conduct structured onboarding and induction programs for new employees.
• Build talent pipelines aligned with organizational growth plans.

2. Employee Relations

• Address employee grievances and resolve workplace conflicts effectively.
• Foster a positive and productive work culture.
• Act as a trusted advisor to employees and management.

3. Performance Management

• Design and implement performance appraisal systems.
• Conduct periodic performance reviews and feedback sessions.
• Identify training and development needs to enhance employee performance.

4. Compensation & Benefits

• Oversee payroll processing and ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Manage employee benefits including health insurance and statutory benefits.
• Benchmark and maintain competitive compensation structures.

5. Compliance & Policy Management

• Ensure full compliance with labour laws including Factories Act, PF, ESIC, and Minimum Wages Act.
• Develop, update, and enforce HR policies and procedures.
• Lead and manage international social audits such as RJC (Responsible Jewellery Council), SMETA, and customer-specific compliance requirements.

6. Training & Development

• Plan and execute employee training programs and skill development initiatives.
• Conduct coaching and mentoring sessions for workforce development.

7. Industrial Relations & Workforce Management

• Act as a bridge between management and artisan workforce.
• Handle industrial relations issues and maintain workplace harmony.
• Promote artisan welfare and engagement initiatives.

8. Health, Safety & Workplace Standards

• Implement and monitor health and safety protocols specific to jewellery manufacturing (e.g., chemical handling, fire safety).
• Ensure adherence to workplace safety standards and audit requirements.

9. Security & Integrity Compliance

• Oversee background verification (KYC) processes.
• Ensure strict adherence to internal security SOPs, especially for employees handling precious metals and stones.

10. HR Systems & Reporting

• Utilize HRMS platforms (e.g., Keka, GreytHR) for HR operations.
• Maintain HR dashboards and reports using Excel and other tools.
• Analyze HR metrics to support strategic decision-making.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of labour laws and statutory compliance.
• Excellent negotiation, conflict resolution, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in HRMS tools and MS Excel.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• High integrity and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s/master’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience in the gems and jewellery industry is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with supply chain practices and artisan workforce management.

Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in jewellery designing or jewellery graphics

Salary

• Salary – 40k – 60k