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Ampersand Group is hiring for Associate Vice President - Human Resources for our office at Mumbai, Malad.Qualification - MBA in HRExperience - 15 + yearsIndustry preference - Education / Service industryWorking days - Monday to Friday (work from office only)1. HR Policy & Governance- Maintain and continuously improve a framework of HR policies and procedures aligned with the organization’s values and legal requirements. - Ensure compliance with employment laws and internal standards across all locations.2. Workforce Planning & Talent Acquisition- Advise senior management on strategic workforce planning and optimal employment models. - Oversee recruitment and selection processes to ensure timely hiring of qualified candidates for both temporary and permanent roles.3. Learning & Development- Lead the design and implementation of training and development programs. - Ensure regular assessment of training needs and evaluate the effectiveness of learning initiatives.4. Performance Management & Rewards- Build and manage a robust Performance Management System (PMS) that drives accountability and performance. - Advise on and implement Compensation & reward and recognition strategies that align with business objectives and employee motivation. - Drive Compensation benchmarking across each Business5. HR Operations & Data Management- Collaborate on the design and implementation of IT systems to support HR operations and performance tracking. - Ensure timely analysis, and reporting of HR data to support decision-making and continuous improvement.6. Employee Relations & Compliance- Provide expert guidance to managers and employees on disciplinary and grievance matters. - Promote a positive work environment through fair and consistent application of policies and procedures.7. Payroll Management & Compliance- Oversee end-to-end payroll processing to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with statutory requirements. - Manage payroll audits, reconciliations, and reporting. - Coordinate with finance and tax teams to ensure proper documentation and disbursement. - Oversee Group level compliance for HR8. Strategic HR Initiatives- Contribute to the development and execution of the organization’s people strategy across businesses. - Lead or support key HR automation projects and change initiatives to enhance organizational effectiveness.9. Talent management:- Talent reviews - Individual development plans with senior leadership / stakeholders - Assessment center - Succession planning - 9 box grid model, etc