Assistant Manager - Non Distribution HR

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About Axis Max Life Axis Max Life Insurance Limited, formerly known as Max Life Insurance Company Ltd., is a joint venture between Max Financial Services Limited (“MFSL”) and Axis Bank Limited. Axis Max Life Insurance offers comprehensive protection and long-term savings life insurance solutions through its multi-channel distribution, including agency and third-party distribution partners. It has built its operations over two decades through a need-based sales process, a customer-centric approach to engagement and service delivery, and a well-trained human capital. Axis Max Life has been consistently ranked among the best workplaces by the GPTW Institute, reflecting its commitment to creating a positive and empowering work environment. #ComeAsYouAre LGBTQIA+ and PwD candidates of all ages are encouraged to apply Job Description: Job Description Job Title Assistant Manager – HR Business Partner Location 90 C Department Human Resources Function FLG Reporting to Chief Manager - HRBP Band 5A Job Summary The role will act as a dedicated HR partner for the Digital Technology, AI/Data Engineering portfolio, supporting rapid scale-up, high-volume niche hiring, talent programs, HR operations, and people governance. The incumbent will closely work with technology leaders and the HRBP to ensure seamless hiring delivery, employee lifecycle management, engagement execution, dashboards and compliance, enabling the HRBP to focus on strategic stakeholder management, leadership advisory, and talent strategy. Key Responsibilities Hiring & Manpower Support • Drive end-to-end hiring coordination for Digital, AI/Data Engineering roles, including niche and business-critical positions • Partner with Talent Acquisition and business stakeholders to ensure timely closures, candidate engagement and effective onboarding • Track hiring plans, joining status, drop-offs and hiring SLAs; publish regular hiring dashboards HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle • Own day-to-day HR operations for the assigned employee base, including: § Employee onboarding and exits § HR documentation, letters and compliance processes § Coordination of payroll, benefits and policy-related queries • Act as the first point of contact for employees and managers for HR-related support Talent & Performance Processes • Coordinate and run annual processes including: § Performance management and appraisal cycles § Talent Councils, IDP tracking and succession planning support § Governance & Tracking of OTRs, IJP movements and governance-heavy people processes § Ensure timely communication, data accuracy and adherence to process timelines Engagement & Retention • Execute engagement and retention initiatives including the 5Cs engagement program • Partner with HRBP to conduct pulse checks, analyze trends and track action plans • Support proactive retention interventions for high-performing and critical talent segments People Analytics & Reporting • Prepare and maintain weekly, fortnightly and monthly people dashboards for leadership forums • Track attrition, engagement scores, hiring progress and key HR metrics • Ensure data quality, insights and readiness for COO / senior leadership reviews Stakeholder & Compliance Management • Work closely with N-2, of CTO/CDIO-led leadership teams to support people priorities • Ensure compliance with internal HR policies, audit requirements and confidential processes • Support HR governance and risk mitigation for the portfolio Measures of Success • Timely delivery of hiring plans with minimal escalations • Smooth execution of appraisal, talent and engagement programs • High-quality dashboards and leadership-ready insights • Effective employee experience and issue resolution • Strong compliance adherence and audit readiness Key competencies/skills required • Strong understanding of HR operations, talent processes and analytics • Experience supporting technology, digital or niche skill portfolios • High attention to detail and execution excellence • Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and priorities simultaneously • Strong MS Excel / dashboarding and data interpretation skills • Proactive, structured and solution-oriented mindset Key Relationships (Internal /External) Internal: HRBP, HR COEs External: Technology Leaders, AI, Data About Axis Max Life Insurance Axis Max Life Insurance Limited, formerly known as Max Life Insurance Company Ltd., is a Joint Venture between Max Financial Services Limited (“MFSL”) and Axis Bank Limited. Axis Max Life Insurance offers comprehensive protection and long-term savings life insurance solutions through its multi-channel distribution, including agency and third-party distribution partners. It has built its operations over two decades through a need-based sales process, a customer-centric approach to engagement and service delivery and trained human capital. As per the annual audited financials for FY2023-24, Axis Max Life Insurance has achieved a gross written premium of INR 29,529 Cr. For more information, please visit the company website at www.maxlifeinsurance.com. #ComeAsYouAre LGBTQIA+ and PwD candidates of all ages are encouraged to apply State: Home Office Branch: Gurugram -90C Department: Human Resources Function: Human Resources - Corporate Functions Posted On: 15-Sep-2026