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NetApp

3mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Consulting
    People, HR & Administration
  • Bangalore

AI generated summary

  • You should have 15+ years in HR leadership, including 8+ in management, preferably in tech. Strong strategic, relationship-building, and team capability skills are essential.
  • You will support business units, manage HR strategies, lead a team, collaborate with leadership, provide HR expertise, and drive organizational change in India.

Requirements

  • 15+ years of Human Resources leadership, in a multinational organisation, with 8+ years of people management experience.
  • Technology industry experience is preferred
  • Experience in the implementation of business transformation, strategic HR initiatives and processes.
  • Ability to understand “big picture” business results and effectively apply a pragmatic and flexible approach to HR interventions to contribute to NetApp’s continued success.
  • Proven relationship building skills at all levels of the business and sturdy experience in advising and coaching leaders.
  • Experience in proactively contributing to a growing business and a positive reputation for working effectively across levels of an organization.
  • Proven ability to operate strategically and have a hands-on approach, driving a high performing team culture.
  • Possess strong influencing and interpersonal skills and have a track record for being a trusted business advisor
  • Ability to build trust, respect and confidence of leadership and employees projecting as a fair, firm leader
  • Demonstrated ability to build team capability and HR competency.

Responsibilities

  • The HR Business Partner & India Site leader, based in Bangalore, will primarily support NetApp’s ‘Go to Market’ business units for India, and will represent HR on India site matters. Reporting to the Head of HR, Asia Pacific, (who is based in Singapore), this role is at Director level. This individual will be a key member of the regional HR leadership and will collaborate with the HR community to define and execute the HR strategies in support of the business objectives. Managing a team of two HRBPs initially, this role is the most senior HR professional in the country and is expected to work in tandem with the India Leadership. The successful candidate will be a strong people manager, with robust subject matter expertise, is business savvy, and a compelling influencer, consultant, coach and trusted advisor. Experience in delivering Organisational Change is also highly desired.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the HR Director role at NetApp?

The primary focus of the HR Director role is to support NetApp’s ‘Go to Market’ business units for India and represent HR on India site matters, collaborating with leadership to drive HR strategies aligned with business objectives.

How many years of HR leadership experience are required for this position?

A minimum of 15 years of Human Resources leadership experience is required for this position.

Is technology industry experience preferred for this role?

Yes, technology industry experience is preferred for the HR Director role at NetApp.

What kind of team management experience is expected from candidates?

Candidates are expected to have at least 8 years of people management experience.

What educational background is preferred for applicants?

A graduate degree is required, ideally with an MBA or other Masters degree or equivalent with Human Resource specialization from a top-tier higher education institute.

Will the HR Director work independently or as part of a team?

The HR Director will work collaboratively as a key member of the regional HR leadership team and will manage a team of two HRBPs.

What qualities are valued in a successful candidate for this role?

Successful candidates are expected to be strong people managers, business-savvy influencers, trusted advisors, and have experience in organizational change.

Does NetApp promote a diverse and inclusive workplace?

Yes, NetApp is committed to embracing and advancing a diverse, inclusive global workforce that fosters a culture of belonging.

Are there any specific organizational change experiences valued for this role?

Yes, experience in delivering organizational change is highly desired for the HR Director position.

What kind of benefits does NetApp offer employees?

NetApp offers comprehensive benefits including health care, life and accident plans, emotional support resources, legal services, financial savings programs, and a volunteer time off program.

Does NetApp encourage women to apply for this role even if they don't meet all qualifications?

Yes, NetApp encourages women to apply, stating that statistics show women apply to jobs only when they're 100% qualified, but emphasizes that no one is 100% qualified.

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NetApp

All-flash, no compromise.

Consulting
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1992
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

NetApp is a multinational company that specialises in providing data management and storage solutions for businesses and organisations. They offer a comprehensive portfolio of products and services designed to help enterprises efficiently store, manage, protect, and analyse their data. NetApp's ultimate mission is to empower organisations to unleash the full potential of their data by providing innovative and reliable storage infrastructure solutions. Their purpose is to enable businesses to transform their data into a strategic asset, driving digital transformation, improving operational efficiency, and fostering innovation. NetApp aims to deliver exceptional value to their customers by ensuring data availability, scalability, and security, ultimately helping businesses thrive in the digital era.

Culture & Values

  • Put the customer at the center

    You don’t become a deeply trusted, indispensable partner without listening to customers, walking in their shoes, and propelling your orbit with a strong point of view.

  • Care for each other and our communities

    Caring for each other and our communities takes large doses of humility and kindness—mixed with building deep, authentic connections and topped with an unwavering commitment to collaboration.

  • Build belonging every day

    By embedding diversity and inclusion into every decision that we make, we open the door to other voices, different perspectives, and most important, our true potential for innovation.

  • Embrace a growth mindset

    We step out of our comfort zone even when it's scary and learn from both our failures and our successes. This keeps us from stepping into the dreaded fixed-mindset quicksand.

  • Think and act like owners

    Showing up with our A game, being accountable, and acting with speed and integrity are the keys to unlocking the sense of ownership that's necessary to create the future.