Human Resources Specialist – Business Partner Full Time

ZS is a place where passion changes lives. As a management consulting and technology firm focused on improving life and how we live it, we transform ideas into impact by bringing together data, science, technology and human ingenuity to deliver better outcomes for all. Here you’ll work side-by-side with a powerful collective of thinkers and experts shaping life-changing solutions for patients, caregivers and consumers, worldwide. ZSers drive impact by bringing a client-first mentality to each and every engagement. We partner collaboratively with our clients to develop custom solutions and technology products that create value and deliver company results across critical areas of their business. Bring your curiosity for learning, bold ideas, courage and passion to drive life-changing impact to ZS.

What You’ll Do: The HR Specialist – Business Partner will partner with our Enterprise functions (Finance, Legal, IT, HR, Support Services) and drive people strategy aligned to business priorities. This role will focus on strengthening organizational effectiveness, supporting managers on people matters, and ensuring strong governance and integrity across all interactions. This role primarily supports Enterprise teams based in India, while operating as part of a broader global portfolio and contributing to enterprise-wide priorities.

Business Partnership

• Act as a trusted advisor to leaders across Enterprise groups (Finance, Legal, IT, HR, Support Services, etc.)
• Translate business priorities into people strategies and actionable HR plans
• Drive workforce planning, org design, and talent interventions

Employee Relations (ER) Support

• Provide guidance to managers Enterprise leaders and managers on employee relations matters with appropriate judgment
• Partner with Legal/Compliance teams on sensitive cases as required
• Support resolution of ER situations ensuring fairness, consistency, and adherence to policy

Talent & Performance

• Drive performance management, talent reviews, and succession planning
• Coach managers on feedback, capability building, and team effectiveness
• Support hiring strategies in partnership with Talent Acquisition

Culture & Engagement

• Champion a culture of accountability, inclusion, and high performance
• Drive employee engagement initiatives and action planning
• Act as a culture carrier, reinforcing organizational values

Compliance & Integrity

• Ensure adherence to company policies, labor laws, and governance frameworks
• Maintain high standards of ethics, integrity, and confidentiality in all interactions

What You’ll Bring:

• 5–8 years of HRBP experience, preferably supporting corporate/enterprise functions
• Working exposure to Employee Relations (ER) with ability to partner on cases (not necessarily deep specialization)
• Strong stakeholder management and ability to influence business leaders
• Sound understanding of HR policies, labor laws, and compliance frameworks
• High degree of integrity, discretion, and professional judgment
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Trusted partner to business leaders across Enterprise functions
• Effective handling/support of people matters with balanced judgment
• Improved team effectiveness, engagement, and talent outcomes
• Strong governance with no compromise on integrity
• Fluency in English
• Client-first mentality
• Intense work ethic
• Collaborative spirit and problem-solving approach

How you’ll grow:

• Cross-functional skills development & custom learning pathways
• Milestone training programs aligned to career progression opportunities
• Internal mobility paths that empower growth via s-curves, individual contribution and role expansions

Perks & Benefits:

At ZS, your growth matters. We offer a comprehensive total rewards package that supports your health and well‑being, financial future, time away, and professional development. With robust skills‑building programs, multiple career progression paths, internal mobility, and a deeply collaborative culture, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, expand your capabilities, and thrive as part of a global community. For details on total rewards in India, visit ZS India office locations | Where we work | ZS.

Hybrid working model:

We are committed to giving our employees a flexible and connected way of working. A flexible and connected ZS allows us to combine work from home and on-site presence at clients/ZS offices for the majority of our week. The magic of ZS culture and innovation thrives in both planned and spontaneous face-to-face connections.

Travel:

Travel is a requirement at ZS for client facing ZSers; business needs of your project and client are the priority. While some projects may be local, all client-facing ZSers should be prepared to travel as needed. Travel provides opportunities to strengthen client relationships, gain diverse experiences, and enhance professional growth by working in different environments and cultures.

Considering applying?

At ZS, we honor the visible and invisible elements of our identities, personal experiences, and belief systems—the ones that comprise us as individuals, shape who we are, and make us unique. We believe your personal interests, identities, and desire to learn are integral to your success here. We are committed to building a team that reflects a broad variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Learn more about our inclusion and belonging efforts and the networks ZS supports to assist our ZSers in cultivating community spaces and obtaining the resources they need to thrive.

If you’re eager to grow, contribute, and bring your unique self to our work, we encourage you to apply.

ZS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities without regard to any class protected by applicable law.

To complete your application:

Candidates must possess or be able to obtain work authorization for their intended country of employment. An on-line application, including a full set of transcripts (official or unofficial), is required to be considered.

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