People & Operations Manager-India

Magna Technology Group is a growing US-based consulting and technology services firm that partners with businesses to drive growth through strategy, technology, digital solutions, and operational excellence. As we continue to expand our global team, we are seeking an experienced People & Operations Manager to lead our people operations and talent acquisition efforts in India.This is a high-impact role that combines global recruiting, HR operations, compliance, payroll administration, benefits management, and operational support. You will work closely with our Director of operations to build scalable processes, support our growing workforce, and ensure our India operations run smoothly and compliantly.

This role serves as the primary People & Operations partner for our India team and works directly with US leadership. Success in this role requires strong business communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, global environment. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in an entrepreneurial environment and enjoys building systems, solving problems, and taking ownership.

• Lead end-to-end recruiting efforts for positions across India and international markets

• Source, engage, and attract high-quality candidates through LinkedIn, job boards, referrals, recruiting agencies, and other channels

• Manage candidate pipelines and hiring workflows through our Applicant Tracking System (Greenhouse)

• Coordinate interviews across multiple stages and stakeholders

• Develop and refine job descriptions, hiring processes, and candidate experience initiatives

• Build and maintain relationships with recruiting agencies and external hiring partners

• Partner with leadership to develop hiring strategies and workforce planning initiatives

• Manage employee onboarding and offboarding processes

• Coordinate orientation, training, and employee integration programs

• Administer employee contracts, documentation, and personnel records

• Support compensation planning, benefits administration, and employee programs

• Manage relationships with our PEO, payroll providers, benefits vendors, and other HR partners

• Maintain and improve employee policies, handbooks, and internal documentation

• Support employee engagement and recognition programs, including work anniversaries, promotions, and team celebrations

• Ensure compliance with Indian labor laws, employment regulations, and company policies

• Coordinate statutory registrations, filings, and regulatory requirements as needed

• Manage and support PAN, TAN, banking registrations, and other operational requirements for the India entity

• Partner with legal, finance, and external advisors to ensure ongoing compliance

• Maintain accurate employee records and compliance documentation

• Monitor changes in employment laws and recommend policy updates when necessary

• Oversee payroll processing and coordinate with payroll providers to ensure accuracy and timeliness

• Manage employee benefits administration and enrollment processes

• Support compensation reviews and salary administration

• Resolve payroll and benefits-related inquiries from employees

• Ensure compliance with applicable tax and statutory requirements

• Assist leadership with operational initiatives and special projects

• Develop and implement scalable processes and procedures to support company growth

• Coordinate office and administrative activities for the India team as needed

• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, employee experience, and operational effectiveness

• Act as a trusted partner to leadership on people-related and operational matters

• 5-7+ years of experience in People Operations, Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, or Operations

• Experience supporting a US-based company, multinational organization, or global workforce

• Proven experience managing full-cycle recruiting across multiple functions and seniority levels

• Strong knowledge of Indian employment laws, payroll administration, statutory compliance, and HR best practices

• Experience managing employee onboarding, benefits administration, and HR operations

• Experience working with external vendors, PEOs, payroll providers, legal advisors, and recruiting agencies

• Exceptional written and verbal English communication skills

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently

• Demonstrated ability to build processes, solve problems proactively, and operate with minimal supervision

• Experience recruiting across multiple countries and regions

• Familiarity with ATS, HRIS, and recruiting technologies, specifically Greenhouse and Linkedin.

• Experience building HR processes, policies, and employee handbooks from the ground up

• Experience supporting entity administration, banking relationships, and regulatory registrations

• Experience working in a startup, consulting, agency, or high-growth environment

• Critical roles are filled efficiently with exceptional talent

• Payroll and benefits administration run accurately and smoothly

• Compliance matters are handled responsibly and reliably

• Employees have a positive onboarding and employment experience

• Leadership receives proactive support on recruiting, compliance, and operational initiatives

• India operations are positioned to support continued company growth

• Competitive salary based on experience, qualifications, and demonstrated expertise
• Opportunity to grow with a rapidly expanding international organization

• Fully remote position with the flexibility to work from anywhere in India
• Join a global team while maintaining work-life balance and location flexibility

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• Up to 30 Lac health insurance coverage for added peace of mind

• 32 days of paid leave annually
• We believe rest and recovery are essential for long-term success

• Home office allowance to build your ideal remote workspace
• Support for laptops, monitors, headphones, and other equipment needed to do your best work

• Direct exposure to company leadership
• Opportunity to help build and shape a growing international organization
• Significant ownership and autonomy in your role