Masters' Union - Lead - HR Business Partner

Role Overview: The HR Leader will work closely with academic leaders, program heads, and functional teams to drive people strategy, talent development, performance management, and culture building. This role is critical in aligning HR initiatives with business goals while supporting rapid growth and organizational transformation. Key Responsibilities: Strategic HR Partnership: - Partner with business leaders to understand workforce needs and align HR strategies with institutional goals - Act as a trusted advisor to leadership on organizational design, talent planning, and people decisions - Support scaling teams while maintaining Masters Unions culture and values Talent Management & Development: - Drive performance management cycles, goal setting, and feedback mechanisms - Identify high-potential talent and design development, succession, and retention strategies - Partner with L&D to design leadership development programs for faculty and corporate teams Employee Relations & Engagement: - Manage employee relations, conflict resolution, and grievance handling - Drive engagement initiatives, pulse surveys, and action plans - Champion DEI, wellbeing, and a high-trust work environment HR Operations & Compliance: - Ensure HR policies, processes, and practices are compliant with labor laws and institutional guidelines - Support compensation planning, promotions, and role transitions - Analyze HR metrics (attrition, engagement, performance) to inform decision-making Change & Culture Building: - Lead change management initiatives during periods of rapid growth - Embed Masters Unions values into performance, recognition, and everyday behaviors - Support cross-functional collaboration between academic, corporate, and operations teams Required Qualifications & Skills: - MBA / Masters in Human Resources or equivalent - 8+ years of experience in a strategic HR role - Experience in startups, education, or high-growth organizations preferred - Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills - High business acumen with a people-first mindset - Excellent communication, problem-solving, and execution skills What We Are Looking For: - Someone who thrives in ambiguity and fast-paced environments - A culture carrier who balances empathy with performance - A strategic thinker who can also execute hands-on - Passion for education, talent development, and building future leaders Why Join Masters Union: - Opportunity to shape the future of education in India - Work closely with founders, CXOs, and industry leaders - High ownership, visibility, and impact - Meritocratic culture with rapid growth opportunities