People & Culture Specialist - Navi Mumbai
In this role, you will serve as a key enabler of the HR function for Palsgaard India.
Our new colleague and People & Culture Specialist will serve as a key enabler of the HR function for Palsgaard India. This role ensures comprehensive HR operations, aligned with global People & Culture strategies, while fostering a positive, compliant, and productive workplace environment.
In this position, you will report to the HR Head (India) and collaborate with global colleagues and People & Culture.
Responsibilities:
- Manage full recruitment cycle – sourcing, interviewing, onboarding. Partner with business teams for workforce planning and job description.
- Ensure smooth onboarding and cultural integration.
- Be the first point of contact for colleague queries and concerns. Promote a healthy, inclusive, and collaborative work culture.
- Guide on performance management, conflict resolution, and feedback practices.
- Contribute to the transformation of People & Culture by providing a regional perspective into the global People & Culture agenda and lead the implementation of global initiatives within the region.
- Performance & Talent Development: Administer performance review cycles, identify learning needs and drive capability development programs.
- Coach managers on goal setting and talent conversations.
- HR Compliance & Administration: Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS data. Ensure compliance with Indian labour laws and company policies.
- Coordinate with external consultants for HR audits/statutory filings.
- Compensation & Benefits: Support payroll inputs and benefits administration, Assist with compensation benchmarking and structure alignment
- HR Projects & Global Alignment: Lead/Support HR initiatives like engagement surveys, succession planning, etc.
- Local execution of global People & Culture strategies. Liaise with global teams for harmonized policies and practices.
- Track HR metrics related to hiring, attrition, compliance, etc.
Desired Qualification:
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Any certification in People & Organizational Development will be a plus.
- 7–10 years of HR experience in a global, fast-paced setting.
- In-depth knowledge of Indian labour laws & HR compliance.
- Experience in influencing and supporting senior stakeholders.
- Proficient in HRMS
- Strong background in performance management, employee relations, and organizational development.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
- High integrity and ability to handle confidential matters sensitively.
Arista Services is assisting us with this recruitment, thus, if you have any questions or would like to apply, you are welcome to contact and share your CV with Arista Services at: bj@aristaservices.com
- Department
- People & Culture
- Locations
- Palsgaard India Private Limited
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About Palsgaard
At Palsgaard, we specialise in plant-based food emulsifiers, a field we've led for over 100 years. Our small yet crucial role in delivering delicious foods extends to non-food markets such as polymers and personal care.
A century of expertise
Since our founder Einar Viggo Schou invented the plant-based emulsifier in 1917, we've driven innovation through our seven global application centres.
Our food technology experts are dedicated to using our understanding of emulsifiers to drive constant innovation and empower the international food industry to explore new trends.
Nexus, our R&D sister company, advances emulsifier technology with significant scientific freedom, ensuring innovative solutions for Palsgaard's diverse applications.
Impactful emulsifiers
Emulsifiers blend incompatible ingredients like water, oil, and air, significantly enhancing product quality. They enable stable emulsions, prevent oil separation, and control aeration and viscosity in bakery, confectionery, dairy, ice cream, margarine, and plant-based foods. Combined with stabilisers, they improve texture, mouthfeel, and shelf-life while supporting healthier food options.
Committed to responsibility
Since 1908, we've fostered a culture of responsibility, loyalty, and respect, celebrating our colleagues, families, and communities. Our ambition drives responsible sourcing, reduced energy consumption, and CO2 emissions. We address societal challenges such as food waste and safety and offer RSPO SG-certified emulsifiers.
Beyond food
Our emulsifiers also serve personal care and polymer markets, providing safe, sustainable alternatives to conventional additives. They enhance food packaging and help reduce food waste.
Owned by the Schou Foundation, we have more than 800 colleagues across 20 countries and six factories on four continents.
Join us in shaping the future of plant-based emulsifiers at Palsgaard.