People & Culture Lead
Role: People & Culture Lead
Reports to: Founder / Head of Strategy & Operations
Location: Mumbai (preferred) / Remote
Employment Type: Full Time
At The Locavore, we believe that our people are at the heart of everything we do. As an organization driven by creativity, sustainability, and meaningful impact, we are committed to fostering a work culture that is purposeful, inclusive, and supportive. The People & Culture Lead will play a pivotal role in shaping our team’s experience, ensuring that The Locavore remains a space where individuals thrive, grow, and feel deeply connected to our mission of Doing Good Through Food.
This role is a unique blend of HR leadership, employee engagement, culture-building, and team well-being, ensuring that our values of purposefulness, creativity, openness, autonomy, and empathy are embedded in every aspect of how we work together. You will be responsible for developing people-focused initiatives, supporting team growth, and maintaining an inclusive and collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities:
People & Team Development:
• Design and implement strategies for employee growth, professional development, and team-building activities.
• Create clear career pathways, learning opportunities, and mentorship structures within the organization.
• Work with team leads to identify skill gaps and design training programs to enhance team capabilities.
Culture & Employee Experience:
• Foster a work culture that aligns with The Locavore’s values, ensuring a positive and inspiring workplace.
• Organize team-wide initiatives that promote collaboration, inclusivity, and well-being.
• Conduct regular check-ins with employees to understand their challenges, feedback, and aspirations.
• Ensure that new hires are seamlessly integrated into the team through a well-structured onboarding process.
HR Operations & Policies:
• Develop and oversee policies related to recruitment, onboarding, compensation, leaves, and team benefits.
• Ensure compliance with workplace policies, including The Locavore’s POSH (Prevention of Sexual Harassment) Policy.
• Maintain structured HR documentation, including contracts, policies, and performance records.
• Support managers in performance reviews and feedback mechanisms to help employees grow.
Talent Acquisition & Hiring:
• Lead recruitment efforts by sourcing, screening, and hiring talent aligned with The Locavore’s vision.
• Create engaging job descriptions, manage the hiring process, and ensure a smooth candidate experience.
• Develop recruitment strategies that prioritize diversity, inclusivity, and equitable opportunities.
Employee Well-being & Support:
• Create and implement initiatives that support mental health, work-life balance, and employee happiness.
• Be a go-to person for conflict resolution, ensuring a safe and respectful work environment for all employees.
• Design and facilitate well-being programs, flexible work arrangements, and feedback-driven improvements.
Candidate Attributes:
• Passionate about people, team-building, and fostering a positive work culture.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build meaningful relationships.
• Experience in HR, organizational development, or a people-centric leadership role.
• Highly organized, proactive, and capable of handling multiple responsibilities with empathy and efficiency.
• A problem solver who can mediate conflicts, address challenges, and create a supportive workplace.
• Strong understanding of HR best practices, talent acquisition strategies, and employee engagement methods.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of people management.
Growth Opportunities:
As the People & Culture Lead, you will have the opportunity to define and shape The Locavore’s workplace culture, ensuring that our team continues to thrive. With demonstrated impact, this role could evolve into a Head of People & Culture position, where you would play a strategic role in scaling our people-first initiatives across multiple projects and teams.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of an organization that values both creativity and community, where your leadership in people and culture will have a lasting impact on The Locavore’s future.
To apply now, fill the form here.
Deadline: 11 March 2025