Assistant Manager – People & Branding

IITDM Vizag is the modern evolution of the Alwardas Group, a trusted educational powerhouse founded in 1979. With a 45-year legacy, a network of 20+ institutions, and a global alumni base of 500,000+, we provide a robust ecosystem for excellence in Engineering, Pharmacy, Law, and Management.

As an AICTE-approved autonomous business school and a member of both AACSB and AMBA-BGA, IITDM Vizag is committed to world-class education, research, and innovation at the intersection of technology, design, and management.

Job Title: Assistant Manager – People & Branding

·       End-to-End Recruitment: Lead full-cycle talent acquisition for faculty and non-academic staff, including sourcing, screening, interviews, and demo coordination.

·       Policy & Strategy: Design and draft HR policies, manage recruitment databases (MIS), and liaise with academic heads to align hiring with institutional goals.

·       Onboarding & Lifecycle: Facilitate seamless employee orientation and address staff queries regarding attendance, insurance, and HR services.

·       Benefits Administration: Manage Payroll of all employees, monthly EPF, ESIC, and Gratuity contributions, ensuring accurate UAN generation and reconciliation with payroll data.

·       Documentation & Audit: Maintain a centralized, audit-ready repository of statutory forms and digital backups; conduct internal verification checks to ensure compliance readiness.

·       Liaison & Reporting: Coordinate with the Senior Liaison Officer for statutory submissions and respond to inspection notices or regulatory queries. Coordinate with relevant stakeholders like third-party group insurance etc.

·       Campaign Execution: Plan and deploy multi-channel marketing campaigns (digital, print, and outdoor) to enhance institutional visibility.

·       Agency & Partner Management: Coordinate with advertising agencies and channel partners to manage online listings and promotional portals.

·       Market Intelligence: Analyze competitor trends and customer preferences to support branding initiatives and launch events.

Note:

·       The roles and responsibilities outlined above are not meant to be an exhaustive list of tasks. The need for flexibility is required, and the job holder is expected to carry out any other related duties that are within the employee’s skills and abilities whenever reasonably instructed.

·       Immediate joiners and Local (or nearby areas of Vizag) will be preferred, additional relocation benefits for candidates from other cities.

Education

MBA (HR) / MHRM/ Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (preferred)

Experience

·       5+ years in HR generalist role with strong exposure to life cycle of recruitment.

·       Experience in educational institution or large workforce organization preferred

·       Experience in Human Resources Management Strong understanding of HR Policies, compliance, and legal frameworks Knowledge of Employee Benefits and Personnel Management.

·       Relevant certifications in payroll or HR management

Skills

·       Candidate should have proficiency in MS Office

·       Candidate should be good in email/note drafting

·       Proficiency in payroll software or systems.

·       Strong attention to detail Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

·       Ability to manage confidential information with discretion

Location: Vishakhapatnam - Andhra Pradesh

Pay Scale: All short-listed candidates will be offered remuneration on par with industry.

Interested candidates kindly share your cover letter and updated CV's to hr@alwardasgroup.com and vineethas@iitdm.edu.in for any enquiries please reach us on 8977071110 – Ms Ramya