Global HR Generalist - Contract

Ovii's Interpretation of the Role

We need a contract HR Generalist to partner with global HR Business Partners, execute core HR programs and use AI tools to boost efficiency. The role is hybrid, based in Chennai or Bangalore, and runs for six months with possible extension.

Role Snapshot

• Hybrid HR Generalist (6‑month contract)
• Supports global HR Business Partners
• Executes performance, compensation, onboarding & offboarding programs
• Leverages AI tools for HR workflow automation
• Maintains HRIS data accuracy
• Acts as employee and manager point of contact

Must-Have Requirements

• HR Generalist experience (3–5 years)
• Strong communication with employees, managers and senior leaders
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and close loops
• Active use of AI tools in daily work
• Solid knowledge of HR fundamentals (employee relations, performance management, employment law basics, HRIS)
• Collaborative instinct
• Discretion and sound judgment handling sensitive information
• HR Generalist experience
• HR fundamentals knowledge

Nice-to-Have Signals

• Experience supporting HR across multiple countries or regions
• Exposure to change management, organizational design, workforce planning
• Background in high‑growth tech or hardware companies
• global HR support
• change management exposure

Work Setup

• Location: Chennai, India
• Work mode: HYBRID
• Employment type: Temporary
• Contract duration: 6 months with possible extension

Eligibility Gates

• Visa sponsorship: unknown

Not Specified in JD

• Salary range
• Visa sponsorship
• Remote eligibility
• Education requirement
• Certifications
• Travel
• Coding test
• Portfolio
• GitHub
• Writing sample
• Cover letter

What You'll Likely Work On

• Partner with lead HRBPs to handle day‑to‑day HR needs and prepare business reviews
• Serve as trusted contact for employees and managers on policy, coaching and escalations
• Own end‑to‑end delivery of HR programs such as performance cycles, compensation planning, onboarding, offboarding and policy rollouts
• Use AI tools to draft communications, analyze people data and surface actionable insights
• Track open items, follow through commitments and keep HRIS data highly accurate
• Collaborate with HR colleagues across time zones to ensure consistent global HR delivery

Good Fit If You Have

• Experience supporting HR across multiple countries or regions
• Exposure to change management, organizational design or workforce planning
• Background in high‑growth tech or hardware companies