Head of Human Resources - Talent Acquisition

We don't hire HR managers who hide behind policies. We hire operators who build, scale, and hustle.

If you’ve personally closed senior hires, led teams while staying hands-on, and thrived in startups with strong operational and sales discipline, this role gives you the platform to create real impact.

If you’re an HR leader who rolls up their sleeves, embraces fast-paced environments, and delivers results with ownership and energy, this could be the right opportunity for you.

The Role:

You'll lead HR at a fast-growing, high-hustle startup where execution beats excuses. This is 60% Talent Acquisition, 40% Generalist a rare hybrid role for someone who can recruit like a killer TA leader while managing culture, people operations, and everything HR.

You'll report directly to the Founders and own the full people function.

You'll own:

• Talent Acquisition at scale – Build pipelines, close senior hires yourself, and lead a high-performing TA team
• Team leadership – Manage 12-15 people across TA, HRBP, Payroll, and Onboarding
• Culture and employee experience – Shape the vibe, retain top talent, keep the energy high
• HR operations – Policies, compliance, payroll, everything that keeps the engine running
• Strategic execution – Partner with leadership to hire, scale, and retain A-players

Who you are:

• Startup operator – You've worked in startups with rigorous ops and sales discipline, not chaotic free-for-alls
• Hands-on closer – You can personally source, interview, and close senior positions when needed
• High energy, zero drop-offs – You don't let balls drop. Ever. You follow through like your life depends on it.
• Communication powerhouse – Clear, direct, persuasive, you can sell the company to candidates and influence leadership
• Team builder and leader – You've managed teams and know how to drive accountability without micromanaging
• Generalist muscle – TA is your strength, but you can own HRBP work, culture initiatives, payroll ops, and more

Requirements :

• Proven experience in high-growth startups with operational rigor
• Track record of closing senior hires independently
• Experience leading TA and HR Generalist functions in a 60/40 split
• Managed teams of 10-15+ people across TA, HRBP, Payroll, Onboarding
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills
• Bangalore-based, full-time office presence required

Write to [email protected] to get connected!