Senior Executive – Human Resources
Akshaya Patra Foundation, a Great Place to Work certified organisation, is hiring a Senior Executive – Human Resources in Delhi (Mohan Cooperative). The role covers HR operations, payroll, statutory compliance, employee relations, and recruitment. Candidates need an MBA/PGDM in HR or MSW-HR with 3–5 years' experience. Apply via email with your resume.
9/15/20262 min read
Akshaya Patra Foundation Hiring Senior Executive – Human Resources in Delhi: Full Job Details
Akshaya Patra Foundation, a "Great Place to Work" certified organisation known for its mission of ending classroom hunger through its unlimited food-for-education programme, has announced a new job opening for the position of Senior Executive – Human Resources at its Mohan Cooperative office in Delhi. This is an excellent opportunity for HR professionals who want to build a career in the development and non-profit sector while working with one of India's most respected social impact organisations.
About the Role
The organisation is looking for an experienced HR Generalist who can independently manage end-to-end HR operations. The ideal candidate should bring hands-on exposure to HR operations, payroll processing, statutory compliance, employee relations, performance management, recruitment, and learning and development (L&D). This role is suited to professionals who enjoy wearing multiple hats and want to make a tangible impact within a mission-driven organisation.
Key Responsibilities
Employee Lifecycle & HR Operations
Manage the complete employee lifecycle, from onboarding and confirmation to transfers, promotions, and exits.
Maintain accurate employee records, HRIS data, and HR documentation.
Draft HR letters and other employee-related communication.
Payroll & Statutory Compliance
Coordinate monthly payroll inputs and ensure accurate and timely salary processing.
Resolve payroll-related queries, manage statutory deductions, and support compensation processes.
Ensure compliance with PF, ESI, PT, LWF, Gratuity, Bonus, Shops & Establishment Act, and other applicable Indian labour laws.
Liaise with auditors, consultants, and government authorities as required.
Employee Relations & Learning and Development
Address employee grievances and support disciplinary processes fairly and transparently.
Coordinate induction and training programmes, and maintain up-to-date training records.
Drive initiatives that promote employee engagement across the organisation.
Performance Management & Recruitment
Support performance appraisal cycles from planning through documentation.
Coordinate recruitment activities, from scheduling interviews to smooth onboarding of new hires.
Prepare HR reports and track key workforce metrics such as headcount, attrition, and recruitment status.
Skills and Competencies Required
Candidates applying for this role should demonstrate:
Strong working knowledge of HR Generalist functions, payroll, and statutory compliance.
A solid understanding of Indian labour laws along with proficiency in HRMS/HRIS systems.
Good command over MS Excel, MS Word, and PowerPoint.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, organisational, and problem-solving abilities.
Eligibility Criteria
Qualification: MBA/PGDM in Human Resources, or MSW with an HR specialisation.
Experience: 3 to 5 years of relevant HR Generalist experience.
Work Location: Mohan Cooperative, Delhi.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
Akshaya Patra Foundation is recognised as a Great Place to Work Certified organisation (December 2024–December 2025), reflecting its strong workplace culture and employee-first policies. Joining as a Senior Executive – HR means becoming part of a purpose-driven organisation that combines corporate-style HR rigour with a deeply social mission — feeding millions of children to support their right to education.
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates can send their updated resumes directly to: 📩 Kapil.raghav@akshayapatra.org
Make sure your resume highlights relevant experience in HR operations, payroll compliance, and employee relations to stand out for this role.
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