HR Business Partner

IQEQ is a preeminent service provider to the alternative asset industry. IQEQ works with managers in multiple capacities ranging from hedge fund, private equity fund, and mutual fund launches; private equity fund administration; advisory firm set-up, regulatory registration and infrastructure design; ongoing regulatory compliance (SEC, CFTC, and 40 Act); financial controls and operational support services; compliance and operational related projects and reviews; and outsourced CFO/controller and administration services to private equity fund investments – portfolio companies, real estate assets and energy assets. Our client base is growing, and our existing clients are engaging the firm across the spectrum of our services offerings.

Responsibilities

• We have an exciting opportunity for a seasoned HR professional as an international HR Business Partner, reporting into the Senior HR Business Partner in India. To be successful in this pacey environment you will need to be a self-starter, proactive with a high level of resilience.
   
• The HR Business Partner will support the execution of the people agenda for India employees by implementing HR strategies that align with business needs. This role will contribute to developing and delivering HR initiatives across various aspects of employment, leveraging knowledge of HR best practices and internal policies. The individual will work independently, applying problem-solving skills and industry insights to address complex challenges, while also guiding small project teams and collaborating with line managers to enhance employee experience and business outcomes.

Tasks

• Drive HR initiatives by collaborating closely with the India Senior HR Business Partner and collaborate with other HR Business Partners internationally to ensure alignment, seamless implementation and consistency
• Deliver a coherent and seamless talent management plan
• Support Managers by providing guidance on HR-related matters, helping them navigate people processes and policies. Act as liaison between the business and HR services ensuring smooth coordination and implementation of HR initiatives
• Work with Managers to drive the execution of employee transactions including transferees and terminations
• Advise and consult with line managers to ensure understanding of HR policies, procedures and benefit plans
• Manage the gathering and accuracy of employee information on HRIS to support the needs of the business whilst providing sufficient access to all necessary data and reports
• Provide guidance and support to managers and employees with regards to annual programs such as irregular processes such as end of probation, performance management, or development
• Support and execute the implementation of global reward and recognition mechanisms.  Help managers reward and recognize good performance.
• Engage and liaise with HR colleagues and specialists to address and resolve HR related issues

Key competencies for position and level

• Collaborates
• Communicates effectively
• Resilient
• Drives results
• Manages complexity
• Prioritizes and plans

Key behaviours we expect to see

In addition to demonstrating our Group Values (Authentic, Bold, and Collaborative), the role holder will be expected to demonstrate the following:

• Authenticity
• Taking ownership
• Approachability
• Ability to inspire trust and confidence
• Culturally sensitive

Shows self-awareness with understanding of emotional intelligence

Required Experience

Education / professional qualifications

• Degree level education in social science preferred and/or Relevant professional qualification
• Minimum of 7 Years HR Generalist/HR Business Partner Experience in an international environment.

Skills and knowledge demonstration

• Successful at cultivating strong relationships with key stakeholders and creating partnerships at all levels.
• Natural communicator with a passion for sharing information.
• Demonstrated experience in driving people engagement initiatives.
• Ideally a background within a global, matrix organisation, ideally within financial or professional services.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to practical solutions and effectively support business areas and management levels through guidance and collaboration.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to motivate and influence the work of others that do not report directly.
• Working knowledge of employment laws, regulations, policies and procedures