HR Business Partner

About UsStarted in 2019, STAGE is an entertainment platform for regional cultures known for producing premium quality content in Indian languages to reinforce, protect and validate people’s sense of identity for their culture and heritage.We currently focus on Haryanvi, Rajasthani and Bhojpuri languages. Our mobile apps have 15 Mn+ downloads and 4 Mn+ paying customers globally. That makes STAGE the biggest media platform in these regions.In 2023, STAGE was also featured on Shark Tank India S2. Watch our story here .As an HR Business Partner, you will act as a trusted advisor to business and functional leaders, driving people strategies that enable performance, growth, and culture. You’ll collaborate closely with leadership to translate business goals into people initiatives — balancing empathy with execution.This role requires a strong understanding of both people operations and strategic HR — perfect for someone who loves to be hands-on while shaping the future of work at STAGE. Key ResponsibilitiesRequirements Strategic Partnering Partner with business leaders to align people strategy with organizational goals. Act as a coach and consultant to managers on talent management, team effectiveness, and organizational design. Use people insights and analytics to influence decisions and drive continuous improvement. Talent & Performance Management Lead performance management cycles — goal setting, reviews, and development planning. Collaborate with the TA team to ensure strong workforce planning and talent pipeline building. Identify and develop high-potential talent for leadership and critical roles. Culture & Engagement Champion STAGE’s values and drive initiatives that strengthen engagement and belonging. Design and execute employee engagement programs and pulse surveys. Partner with the leadership team to foster a transparent, feedback-driven culture. Employee Relations & Policy Act as a trusted point of contact for employees — handling concerns with empathy and objectivity. Ensure compliance with labor laws, HR policies, and company standards. Lead initiatives to continuously improve employee experience. Learning & Development Identify capability gaps and collaborate with L&D to design learning interventions. Support managers in developing effective teams through coaching and training. 5–8 years of experience in HR, with at least 3 years as an HR Business Partner in a startup or fast-scaling environment. Strong understanding of HR domains: employee relations, performance management, org design, compensation, and engagement. Proven experience working with tech, product, and creative teams. Excellent communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills. Hands-on experience with HRIS/HRMS tools (like Darwinbox, Keka, or Zoho People). Nice-to-Have Experience in media-tech, OTT, or digital entertainment sectors. Exposure to scaling HR frameworks in high-growth startups. Certification in coaching, OD, or people analytics. What You’ll Get The chance to shape culture at one of India’s most exciting OTT startups. Direct collaboration with leadership and cross-functional teams. Freedom to experiment, innovate, and implement impactful people practices. Competitive pay and benefits, along with a culture that truly values people.