Job Description
Nicobar is a modern, design-led lifestyle brand founded in 2016 by Simran Lal and Raul Rai. The company is redefining contemporary Indian living through thoughtful design, culture, and craftsmanship. Headquartered at its creative studio in Tulsi Farms, Chhatarpur, New Delhi, Nicobar fosters a people-first culture where innovation, creativity, and collaboration thrive.
The HR Manager - Ops & Payroll Management plays a critical role in managing HR operations, payroll administration, compliance, performance management, employee lifecycle processes, and HR analytics. This position requires a highly detail-oriented and process-driven professional with strong expertise in payroll, compliance, employee experience, and HR systems.
HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle
Manage end-to-end employee lifecycle processes including onboarding, confirmations, transfers, promotions, and exits.
Maintain accurate employee records, documentation, and HR systems.
Ensure smooth execution of HR processes in accordance with company policies.
Support manpower planning, budgeting, and approval processes.
Track headcount against budgets and proactively identify workforce gaps.
Payroll, Benefits & Compliance
Manage end-to-end payroll processes for on-roll and off-roll employees in coordination with internal teams and external vendors.
Validate payroll inputs including attendance, leave records, reimbursements, deductions, and adjustments.
Ensure timely and accurate salary processing and disbursement.
Address and resolve payroll-related employee queries.
Manage employee benefits programs including Mediclaim and Personal Accident policies.
Ensure compliance with statutory regulations including PF, ESI, PT, Gratuity, Bonus, and related labour laws.
Coordinate statutory filings, documentation management, and regulatory updates.
Process full and final settlements accurately and within timelines.
Performance & Compensation Management
Monitor probation confirmations and extensions.
Manage end-to-end execution of performance management cycles including mid-year and annual reviews.
Coordinate salary increments, compensation revisions, arrears, and variable pay processing.
Maintain confidentiality and accuracy in compensation-related activities.
Reporting, Audits, Stakeholder Management & Grievance Handling
Develop and maintain HR MIS dashboards covering headcount, payroll, attrition, performance management, and workforce metrics.
Generate reports and insights to support management decision-making.
Conduct regular audits of HR data and records.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure smooth HR operations.
Resolve employee grievances related to payroll, performance management, and compliance matters.
Drive process improvements, standardization, and operational efficiency initiatives.
Requirements
Minimum 6 years of experience in HR Operations, Payroll, or HR Shared Services.
Strong experience in payroll processing, compliance management, employee lifecycle management, and performance management systems.
Strong understanding of labour laws, statutory compliance, and payroll processes.
Excellent ownership mindset with the ability to independently drive responsibilities.
Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Strong process orientation and structured working style.
AI-native mindset with the ability to leverage automation and AI tools to improve HR operations.
Strong follow-up, stakeholder management, and execution skills.
Good proficiency in Excel, HR data management, and reporting.
Key Performance Indicators
Maintain 100% payroll accuracy and timely statutory compliance.
Ensure full and final settlements are completed within 30 days.
Achieve high onboarding completion and employee lifecycle SLA adherence.
Maintain high PMS completion rates and compensation accuracy.
Ensure timely HR MIS reporting and audit readiness.
Resolve employee grievances within defined turnaround times.
Drive continuous process improvement and automation initiatives.
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