HR Manager, CEO’s Office

Build a high-performance workplace where talented people grow, take ownership and enjoy the journey.

3+ Years of Experience*
**Kolkata Location
Reports Directly to the CEO

Who We Are

We are Codebuddy, an AI-native product engineering company based in Kolkata.

We build ambitious software products, work with clients across the world and believe that strong teams are built through clarity, ownership and continuous improvement.

We are looking for an HR professional who can work directly with our CEO and turn business goals into effective people strategies.

This is not a role where you only organise celebrations, maintain attendance sheets and send company-wide emails. You will influence how we hire, perform, communicate and grow as a team.

What You’ll Do

1

You will work closely with the CEO to understand business priorities and convert them into hiring, performance and people plans.

2

You will own end-to-end recruitment, from creating compelling job posts and screening candidates to coordinating interviews and closing the right talent.

3

You will create a smooth onboarding experience so that new team members understand their responsibilities, expectations and Codebuddy’s culture from day one.

4

You will manage performance reviews, KRAs, feedback cycles, probation confirmations, performance improvement plans and recognition programmes.

5

You will help us build a culture where high performers are rewarded, concerns are addressed early and accountability is not treated like a bad word.

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You will handle employee concerns, conflicts, disciplinary matters and exits with empathy, fairness and firmness.

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You will manage HR operations, policies, attendance, leave, documentation, payroll coordination and statutory compliance without turning every process into paperwork Olympics.

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You will use data, automation and AI tools to make recruitment and HR processes faster, smarter and more transparent.

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You will strengthen employer branding and help Codebuddy attract people who genuinely connect with our ambition and work culture.

Personality

1

You can be kind without being weak and firm without being rude.

2

You communicate clearly and are comfortable having difficult conversations instead of avoiding them until they become bigger problems.

3

You can respectfully disagree with the CEO, provide honest feedback and support your recommendations with facts.

4

You maintain confidentiality. Office gossip may be entertaining, but it should never be your source of information.

5

You are proactive, organised and capable of working independently without waiting for instructions for every small decision.

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You understand that HR must support employees while also protecting the company’s standards, culture and business goals.

Professional Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in HR, talent acquisition or people operations.
• Experience working in a technology, product or fast-growing organisation is preferred.
• Strong understanding of recruitment, employee relations and performance management.
• Working knowledge of Indian employment practices and statutory compliance.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Comfortable using HRMS platforms, spreadsheets, analytics and AI-enabled tools.
• Must be based in Kolkata or willing to relocate.

What Success Looks Like

• The right people are hired faster.
• New employees understand what is expected from them.
• Performance problems are identified and addressed early.
• Employees receive clear and timely communication.
• HR processes remain organised, accurate and transparent.
• The CEO receives honest people insights without unnecessary sugar-coating.
• Codebuddy becomes a workplace where talented people want to join, perform and grow.

Why You’ll Love It Here

Direct Impact

You will work directly with the CEO and influence decisions that shape the entire organisation.

Ownership

You will have the freedom to build systems, improve processes and make meaningful changes.

Competitive Salary

Because passion is important, but salaries still need to be credited on time.

Medical Insurance

Your health should always remain a priority.

Recognition and Rewards

Strong work and meaningful contributions do not go unnoticed.

Learning Opportunities

You will work closely with leadership and gain exposure beyond traditional HR responsibilities.

Lovely Team

A young and ambitious team that works hard, plays sports, celebrates wins and occasionally argues about which AI tool is better.

Team Events and Offsites

Because building memories together is also part of building a great company.