Onboarding Experience Partner

Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd. is a leading multinational pharmaceutical company based across global locations. Each of our 24,000 plus employees comes to work every day for one collective purpose: to accelerate access to affordable and innovative medicines because Good Health Can’t Wait.

We started in 1984 with a modest investment, 20 employees and a bold vision. Today, we have research and development centres, manufacturing facilities or a commercial presence in 66 countries.

For nearly four decades, we have stood for access, affordability and innovation based on the bedrock of deep science, progressive people practices and robust corporate governance. As the pharmaceutical industry evolves and undergoes disruption, we see an opportunity – to strengthen our core further (the next steps) and to build the future (the new bets).

‘The Next and the New’ is how we aim to continue to be the partner of choice – purpose-driven, future-ready and sustainable. Our aim is to reach over 1.5 Bn+ patients across the world by 2030 by growing our core businesses and building for the future with sustainability at the core of our purpose and strategy. Sustainability for us means operating in a manner that respects people, planet and purpose – helping us conserve precious resources, serve our patients, create value for stakeholders, give back to society, fulfil our potential and maintain our integrity and transparency

Dr Reddy’s maintains a work environment, free from discrimination and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employ & nurture all qualified diverse workforce without regard to race, colour religion, nationality, sex, age, disability status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender expression, citizenship or any other characteristic or classification protected by applicable law(s) of the country we operate in. We treasure every talent, and recognize merit and diversity in our organization.

Onboarding Experience Partner - End-to-End Onboarding & Day 1 Experience

We are looking for a proactive, empathetic, and detail-oriented professional to serve as the single point of contact  for candidates throughout their onboarding journey, from Interview Selection to successful Day 1 Onboarding and Reporting.

The role is responsible for managing the complete candidate onboarding lifecycle, including candidate engagement, offer acceptance support, onboarding coordination, Background Verification , Pre-Medical management, Joining  & Relocation, Day 1 induction readiness, compliance governance, and employee experience management to ensure a seamless, compliant, and engaging onboarding experience.

Key Responsibilities

End-to-End Onboarding Ownership

• Own the complete onboarding lifecycle from interview selection to Day 1 reporting.
• Serve as the dedicated SPOC for candidates throughout their onboarding journey.
• Proactively engage with candidates to drive readiness, confidence, and joining commitment.
• Ensure timely completion of all onboarding milestones and compliance requirements.

Candidate Experience & Engagement

• Build meaningful relationships with candidates and provide personalized support.
• Drive a best-in-class onboarding experience that strengthens employer brand perception.
• Identify and mitigate risks that could impact candidate joining.
• Support offer acceptance, relocation, joining formalities, and pre-joining queries.

Operational Excellence & Governance

• Manage Background Verification , Pre-Medical, documentation, and onboarding compliance processes.
• Track onboarding readiness and maintain governance dashboards and trackers.
• Monitor onboarding SLAs and ensure timely closure of activities.
• Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to resolve bottlenecks and escalations.

Day 1 Experience Management

• Ensure complete Day 1 readiness, including system access, assets, workspace, and induction arrangements.
• Facilitate virtual and in-person Day 1 induction programs.
• Troubleshoot onboarding issues and drive timely resolution.
• Deliver a smooth and memorable first-day employee experience.

Stakeholder Management

• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition, HR Business Partners, Hiring Managers, IT, Facilities, Security, Payroll, Finance, Admin, Vendors, and Business Leaders.
• Provide onboarding insights, updates, and risk assessments to stakeholders.
• Influence decisions and drive accountability across cross-functional teams.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify process gaps and recommend automation and experience enhancement opportunities.
• Analyze onboarding metrics and trends to improve candidate conversion and onboarding effectiveness.
• Contribute to transformation and employee experience initiatives.

What We're Looking For

Essential Skills

• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving and risk-management capabilities.
• High attention to detail and process orientation.
• Passion for employee and candidate experience.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in End-to-End Onboarding, HR Operations, Candidate Experience, Recruitment Coordination, Employee Experience, or Shared Services Operations.
• Familiarity with BGV, Pre-Medical, Documentation, Joining Formalities, Day 1 Induction, and HR compliance processes.
• Hands-on experience with HR systems and onboarding platforms.
• Experience working with multiple stakeholders and external vendors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3-6 years of experience in HR Operations, Employee Experience, Onboarding, Talent Operations, or Candidate Lifecycle Management.

Success in This Role Means

• High Interview-to-Join Conversion.
• Exceptional Candidate Experience Scores.
• Smooth Day 1 Readiness and Induction Delivery.
• Strong Stakeholder Satisfaction.
• Zero Compliance Gaps.
• Continuous Process Improvement and Automation Adoption.

Why Join Us?

This role provides a unique opportunity to directly influence how employees experience our organization from the very beginning. You will work with senior stakeholders, drive meaningful employee experience outcomes, lead critical onboarding initiatives, and play a pivotal role in shaping the future workforce experience.

If you are passionate about people, enjoy solving complex challenges, and want to create exceptional employee experiences at scale, we'd love to hear from you.

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administrationor a related field.

3-6 years of experience in HR Operations, Employee Experience, Onboarding, Talent Operations, or Candidate Lifecycle Management.

About the Department - Human Resources

The Human Resources department at Dr. Reddy's Laboratories is the organizational heartbeat, dedicated to fostering a positive and inclusive work environment for their 24,000+ employees. As a well-executed Human Resources (HR) team, we foster a positive and productive workplace. Effective HR practices are involved in recruiting and retaining top talent, providing comprehensive employee development programs, and ensuring fair and transparent policies. The robust HR department at Dr. Reddys is cultivating a culture of open communication, employee engagement, and diversity and inclusion. Moreover, it plays a crucial role in conflict resolution, fostering a healthy work environment and aligns organizational goals with the well-being and professional growth of its employees, contributing significantly to overall company success.

Benefits Offered

At Dr. Reddy's, we actively help to catalyze your career growth and professional development through personalized learning programs. The benefits you will enjoy at Dr. Reddy's are on par with the best industry standards. They include, among other things and other essential equipment, joining & relocation support, family support (Maternity & Paternity benefits), learning and development opportunities, medical coverage for yourself and your family, life coverage for yourself.

Our Work Culture

Ask any employee at Dr. Reddy's why they come to work every day and they'll say, because Good Health Can't Wait. This is our credo as well as the guiding principle behind all our actions. We see healthcare solutions not only as scientific formulations, but as a means to help patients lead healthier lives, and we're always attuned to the new and the next to empower people to stay fit. And to do this, we foster a culture of empathy and dynamism. People are at the core of our journey over the last few decades. They have been supported by an enabling environment that buoys individual ability while fostering teamwork and shared success. We believe that when people with diverse skills are bound together by a common purpose and value system, they can make magic.

For more details, please visit our career website at https://careers.drreddys.com/#!/.