NxtWave - Head - Human Resource

About Nxtwave:

NxtWave is founded by Rahul Attuluri (Ex-Amazon, IIIT Hyderabad), Sashank Reddy (IIT Bombay), and Anupam Pedarla (IIT Kharagpur). In February 2023, NxtWave raised - 275 crore led by Greater Pacific Capital, a leading international private equity firm. The startup is also backed by Orios Ventures, Better Capital, and marquee angels, including founders of some of India's unicorns.

NxtWave is one of India's fastest-growing Ed-Tech startups, revolutionizing the 21st-century job market by transforming youth into highly skilled tech professionals irrespective of their educational background with its CCBP 4.0 programs.

As an official partner for NSDC under the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Government of India, and recognized by NASSCOM, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, and Startup India, NxtWave has earned a reputation for excellence. The startup has received accolades such as 'The Greatest Brand in Education' in a research-based listing by URS Media, a leading international media house. NxtWave has also been honored with the "Startup Spotlight Award 2023" by T-Hub on its 8th Foundation Day.

Recently, NxtWave's founders, Anupam Pedarla and Sashank Gujjula, were honored in the 2024 Forbes India 30 Under 30 for their exceptional contribution to transforming the tech education landscape in India.

The edtech brand eliminates the entry barrier to learning tech skills by offering vernacular content and interactive learning. Learning in one's mother tongue helps achieve higher comprehension, deeper attention, longer retention, and greater outcomes.

Presently, NxtWave has paid subscribers from 647+ districts across India. In just 2.5 years, CCBP 4.0 learners have been hired by 1700+ companies, including Google, Amazon, Nvidia, Goldman Sachs, Oracle, Deloitte, and more.

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Our Human Resources department is seeking a talented and experienced individual to join us as a Vice President of Human Resources (VP of HR). The VP of HR will provide executive-level leadership and guidance to our HR operations, driving the strategic evolution of HR practices to achieve excellence and align with our core values and culture of service.

Roles and Responsibilities:

1. Strategic HR Leadership:

- Collaborate with executive leadership to align on long-term mission and goals, and identify strategies to support business objectives through human resources and culture.

- Identify key performance indicators for the organization's HR and talent management functions; assess organizational success and market competitiveness based on these metrics.

- Draft and implement the organization's staffing budget and manage the HR department's budget.

- Participate in professional development and networking conferences and events to stay abreast of industry trends.

2. HR Business Partnering (HRBP):

- Provide guidance and leadership to the HR management team, assisting with the resolution of HR issues, including employee relations, performance management, and talent development.

- Partner with business leaders to drive HR initiatives that support the strategic goals of the organization.

- Analyze HR metrics and data to develop innovative solutions that enhance employee engagement, productivity, and retention.

3. HR Operations (HROPs):

- Organize and manage employee data and documents to ensure accuracy and compliance.

- Oversee the implementation of HR systems and technology to streamline HR processes and improve operational efficiency.

- Prepare and present monthly HR reports to the CEO, providing insights into workforce trends and HR activities.

4. Compensation and Benefits:

- Research, develop, and implement competitive compensation, benefits, performance appraisal, and employee incentive programs.

- Ensure that compensation and benefits programs are aligned with market trends and organizational objectives.

- Provide guidance on compensation strategies and practices to ensure fairness and equity across the organization.

5. HR Compliance:

- Ensure compliance with employment, benefits, insurance, safety, and other relevant laws, regulations, and requirements.

- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of employment law, HR best practices, and talent management trends to ensure legal and regulatory compliance.

- Adhere to all internal procedures and legal standards, ensuring that the organization's HR practices are legally compliant and ethically sound.

6. Talent Acquisition:

- Lead the talent acquisition strategy to attract, select, and retain top talent across the organization.

- Build a strong employer brand that positions the organization as an employer of choice.

- Develop and implement innovative recruitment and selection processes to ensure the timely and effective hiring of high-quality candidates.

7. Employee Engagement and Culture:

- Foster a positive organizational culture that promotes employee engagement, well-being, and development.

- Implement programs and initiatives that support employee satisfaction, diversity, equity, and inclusion.

- Act as a role model for the organization's core values and culture, promoting a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Qualifications and Skills:

- Proven work experience as a VP of HR, Chief Human Resources Officer, or a similar role in the Human Resources department.

- Strong knowledge and experience in HR Business Partnering, HR Operations, Compensation and Benefits, HR Compliance, and Talent Acquisition.

- Excellent understanding of employer branding and its impact on talent attraction and retention.

- In-depth knowledge of employment legislation and legal regulations.

- Experience with HR tools and recruiting software.

- Strong leadership skills with the ability to solve complex problems promptly.

- Exceptional public speaking, social, and communication skills.

- Ability to manage time efficiently and demonstrate strong work ethics.