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Culture Specialist – Contract Role


Company : Grant Thornton INDUS


Location : Kolhapur, Maharashtra


Created : 2026-04-16


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Summary:The Culture Specialist will play a pivotal role in shaping, nurturing, and amplifying the organization’s culture. This role requires a passionate professional with strong experience in company culture initiatives, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) programs, and cross-functional HR projects that influence employee experience. The Culture Specialist partners closely with HR, business leaders, and employee groups to drive initiatives that foster belonging, collaboration, values alignment, and a positive workplace environment.Responsibilities:Culture Stewardship & ProgramsDesign, implement, and manage culture-focused initiatives that align with organizational values and long-term people strategy.Conduct employee listening activities (surveys, focus groups, pulse checks) and translate insights into actionable culture roadmaps.Facilitate culture workshops, training, and engagement campaigns.Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)Lead DEI initiatives such as awareness campaigns, inclusion programs, learning sessions, and ERG support.Partner with DEI councils/committees to measure progress against DEI goals.Drive programs that promote cultural awareness and inclusive workplace behaviorsHR Collaboration & Cross-Functional WorkOwn or support HR projects that overlap with culture—onboarding, performance management, engagement, recognition, leadership development, etc.Support change management initiatives related to culture and employee experience.Collaborate with Talent Acquisition, L&D, and HR Ops to embed culture into people processes.Data, Metrics & CommunicationTrack culture and DEI impact metrics; present insights to HR leadership.Build communication strategies to cascade culture initiatives across business units.Develop storytelling assets (newsletters, videos, visual journeys) to promote culture themes.Skills & CompetenciesStrong expertise in organizational culture, employee engagement, and DEI.Ability to manage multiple projects with cross-functional stakeholders.Excellent facilitation, communication, and influencing skills.Experience with HR policies, frameworks, and change management.Analytical mindset with ability to convert insights into programs.Creative thinker with strong problem-solving ability.Education / Professional Experience/ QualificationsBachelor’s or Master’s degree in HR, Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, or related fields.5–10 years of experience in culture roles, HR business partnering, DEI, or employee engagement.Prior experience leading culture transformation or DEI programs is preferred.This is a 6–9 months contract role