HR Manager

Location: Colombo

Operating mode: Full time in Office

Position Overview

We are seeking a strategic HR Manager to lead our human resources function in a fast-paced tech company. This role requires a business-minded professional who can navigate the unique challenges of a technology company while building exceptional employee experiences. The ideal candidate will serve as both a strategic partner to leadership and a trusted advisor to employees across all levels.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and execute HR strategies that align with business objectives and support rapid growth
• Partner with executive leadership to dentify talent needs and workforce planning initiatives
• Lead organizational design and restructuring efforts to support product development cycles
• Analyze workforce data and market trends to inform strategic decision-making
• Drive culture initiatives that foster innovation, collaboration, and high performance

Talent Management

• Design and implement comprehensive talent acquisition strategies for technical and non-technical roles
• Build relationships with universities, and tech communities to strengthen talent pipeline
• Create career development pathways for engineers, product managers, and other key roles
• Lead succession planning for critical positions and high-potential employees

Employee Experience & Operations

• Oversee all aspects of the employee lifecycle from onboarding to offboarding
• Design competitive compensation and benefits packages that attract top tech talent
• Implement employee engagement initiatives and measure their effectiveness
• Manage employee relations issues with discretion and sound judgment
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations in a multi-state environment

Required Qualifications

Experience & Education

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or related field
• 10 years of progressive HR experience with at least 2 years in a managerial role
• Proven experience in tech or product-focused companies with 100-500 employees
• Experience supporting technical teams including engineers, product managers, and designers

Technical Competencies

• Deep understanding of tech industry talent markets and compensation trends
• Proficiency with HRIS systems, applicant tracking systems, and HR analytics tools

Core Competencies

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to translate business strategy into actionable HR initiatives
• Industry Knowledge: Understanding of tech product development, startup dynamics, and scaling challenges
• Interpersonal Skills: Exceptional communication and relationship-building abilities across all organizational levels
• Independent Decision-Making: Comfortable making difficult decisions with incomplete information and ambiguous situations
• Data-Driven Approach: Strong analytical skills with ability to measure and optimize HR programs
• Cultural Awareness: Understanding of tech culture, remote work dynamics, and generational differences

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with international hiring and global workforce management
• Background in startups or high-growth technology companies