India People Operations Lead at Health Catalyst

Hyderabad, Telangana, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Dec, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

People Operations, HR Leadership, Compliance, Stakeholder Management, Analytical Skills, Communication Skills, Process Efficiency, Automation, HR Technology, Performance Management, Employee Engagement, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Employer Branding, Talent Acquisition

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Join one of the nation’s leading and most impactful health care performance improvement companies. Over the years, Health Catalyst has achieved and documented clinical, operational, and financial improvements for many of the nation’s leading healthcare organizations. We are also increasingly serving international markets. Our mission is to be the catalyst for massive, measurable, data-informed healthcare improvement through: Data: integrate data in a flexible, open & scalable platform to power healthcare’s digital transformation Analytics: deliver analytic applications & services that generate insight on how to measurably improve Expertise: provide clinical, financial & operational experts who enable & accelerate improvement Engagement: attract, develop and retain world-class team members by being a best place to work Job Title: Lead of People Operations – India Location: Hyderabad Reports to: Associate Chief People officer Role Type: Senior Leadership Role Role Overview The Lead of People Operations – India is a senior leadership role responsible for leading, scaling, and transforming People Operations across India. This role owns the full team member lifecycle, people governance, compliance, culture, and engagement, while driving operational excellence through process efficiency, automation, and data-driven decision-making. As a strategic partner to leadership and a cultural steward for HCAT India, this role ensures People Operations is scalable, compliant, efficient, and deeply aligned with organizational values and business growth. What you’ll own: People Operations Team Leadership & Management Lead, mentor, and develop the India People Operations team, fostering ownership, accountability, continuous learning, and alignment with HCAT values Oversee team capacity planning, productivity tracking, service quality audits, and delivery excellence through goal setting, feedback, coaching and accountability Translate strategic and leadership goals into clear operational goals and execution plans Performance Management & Development Support managers in holding team members accountable by supporting critical conversations, training, and coaching Facilitate mid-cycle and annual performance reviews in partnership with managers Leadership Engagement, US Leadership Team Visits & Squad Meetups Oversee the design and execution leadership visits, squad meetups, and in-person engagement programs aligned with business priorities and culture themes Ensure successful execution of visits including overseeing planning, logistics, stakeholder coordination, and on-ground execution Curate and carryout high-impact workshops, learning sessions, and collaboration forums and act as cultural ambassador Team member Engagement & Experience In partnership with US People Operations team create and execute annual engagement calendar aligned with organizational values and attributes that strengthen belonging and collaboration Conduct regular connects with managers and team members to surface engagement needs, understand strategic intiatives and act on feedback Policy, Compliance & Governance Lead the design, rollout, refresh, and governance of people policies in line with Indian labor laws and global standards including training for managers and team members Oversee statutory compliance across payroll inputs, benefits administration, filings, and audits Ensure strong documentation, record-keeping, and risk mitigation practices POSH Compliance Oversee the constitution, training, and governance of the Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) Ensure team member awareness, ICC certifications, and statutory training compliance Partner with the ICC to manage complaints with sensitivity, confidentiality, and compliance Ensure timely statutory reporting and documentation Onboarding & Offboarding Oversee full onboarding process including completion of 30-60-90 day check-ins to support successful assimilation Oversee offboarding, including exit interviews, notice/severance coordination, payroll inputs, and knowledge transfer Internship & Early Careers Lead internship and early career programs, onboarding, engagement, and evaluation Drive structured assessments and conversions to full-time roles Build sustainable early talent pipelines through partnerships Employer Branding & Recognition Lead employer branding through storytelling, workshops, and culture campaigns Own submissions, audits, and recognitions for external awards and certifications (e.g., GPTW, SHRM). Partner with Marketing and Communications to amplify HCAT India’s people brand Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging (DEIB) Partner with affinity groups to design and deliver inclusion initiatives aligned with the annual People Ops calendar Champion belonging programs and align India’s DEIB roadmap with global priorities CSR & Social Impact Lead India CSR initiatives in partnership with Foundations and external partners. Build team member volunteerism opportunities to strengthen social impact including driving flagship programs such as Wish Tree and Barabari Strategic HR, Workforce Planning and Compensation Partner with leadership to anticipate workforce needs, design scalable org structures, and support talent strategies Use people analytics to provide insights on attrition, engagement, productivity, and workforce health Partner with compensation team to ensure competitive and sustainable compensation practices are in place and consistently applied What you will bring to this role: 12+ years of progressive experience in People Operations / HR leadership, preferably in technology or global organizations Strong expertise in Indian labor laws, compliance, and people governance Proven experience leading and scaling People Ops teams Demonstrated success in driving process efficiency, automation, and HR technology adoption with measurable impact Strong stakeholder management, analytical, and communication skills Values-driven leader with a people-first, data-informed, and execution-focused mindset Experience with compensation philosophy and planning The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this job function. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, and indeed additional responsibilities may be assigned by Health Catalyst. Studies show that candidates from underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for roles if they don’t have 100% of the qualifications shown in the job posting. While each of our roles have core requirements, please thoughtfully consider your skills and experience and decide if you are interested in the position. If you feel you may be a good fit for the role, even if you don’t meet all of the qualifications, we hope you will apply. If you feel you are lacking the core requirements for this position, we encourage you to continue exploring our careers page for other roles for which you may be a better fit. At Health Catalyst, we appreciate the opportunity to benefit from the diverse backgrounds and experiences of others. Because of our deep commitment to respect every individual, Health Catalyst is an equal opportunity employer. Important Notice: Beware of Fraudulent Job Postings Health Catalyst has recently become aware of fraudulent job postings and recruitment activities impersonating our company on various job boards and social media platforms. These postings may include fake job offers, requests for personal information, or attempts to collect payment from applicants. Please note: Health Catalyst never asks for payment or financial information during the recruiting process All legitimate job openings are listed on our official career page Communications from Health Catalyst will come from official company email addresses ending @healthcatalyst.com and/or healthcatalyst@myworkday.com If you encounter a suspicious posting or communication claiming to represent Health Catalyst: Do not share personal or financial information. Report the incident to us immediately at careers@healthcatalyst.com. You may also report fraudulent activity to the job board or social media platform where it appeared. Your safety and trust are important to us. Thank you for helping us maintain the integrity of our hiring process. About Us: Health Catalyst is a leading provider of data and analytics technology and services that ignite smarter healthcare, lighting the path to measurable clinical, financial, and operational improvement. More than 1,100 organizations worldwide rely on Health Catalyst's offerings, including our cloud-based technology ecosystem, Health Catalyst Ignite™, AI-enabled data and analytics solutions, and expert services to drive meaningful outcomes across hundreds of millions of patient records. Powered by high-value data, standardized measures and registries, and deep healthcare domain expertise, Ignite helps organizations transform complex information into actionable insights. Backed by a multi-decade mission and a proven track record of delivering billions of dollars in measurable results, Health Catalyst continues to serve as the catalyst for massive, data-informed healthcare improvement and innovation. Health Catalyst has cultivated a workplace culture that recognizes, values, and supports each individual. This commitment to a compassionate and inclusive work environment has earned Health Catalyst more than 100 "Best Place to Work” awards to date, including multiple prestigious awards for its exemplary culture in 2025: Women Tech Council's Shatter List Modern Healthcare's Best Place to Work in Healthcare U.S. News & World Report's Best Companies to Work For Newsweek's America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity Newsweek's America's Greatest Workplaces for Gen Z Newsweek's America’s Greatest Workplaces in Tech Becky Vea, Associate Chief People Officer at Health Catalyst, Awarded the HR Achievement Award by Utah Business At Health Catalyst, we celebrate and are committed to diversity and inclusion across all dimensions, including but not limited to race, gender, identity, age, and religion. Our six team member resource groups include: Shades; Queers & Allies; Women Empowered; InspireAsian; Neurodivergent; and Military, Veterans, Families, and Allies. We offer best-in-class benefits designed to promote ownership, inclusion, and a healthy work-life balance. Our team enjoys a remote-first work environment, flexible PTO, a professional development stipend, and meaningful opportunities for career growth and development.

Responsibilities

The Lead of People Operations – India is responsible for leading and transforming People Operations across India, focusing on team member lifecycle, governance, culture, and engagement. This role also drives operational excellence through process efficiency and data-driven decision-making.