Referral: Senior Associate/Lead - US HRO

Chennai, TN, India, //TN, in on site Until 9/15/2026 2+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted July 17, 2026 Last posted July 17, 2026
Job description

About Sutherland

Artificial Intelligence. Automation. Cloud engineering. Advanced analytics. For business leaders, these are key factors of success. For us, they’re our core expertise.
We work with iconic brands worldwide. We bring them a unique value proposition through market-leading technology and business process excellence.

We’ve created over 200 unique inventions under several patents across AI and other critical technologies. Leveraging our advanced products and platforms, we drive digital transformation, optimize critical business operations, reinvent experiences, and pioneer new solutions, all provided through a seamless “as a service” model.

For each company, we provide new keys for their businesses, the people they work with, and the customers they serve. We tailor proven and rapid formulas, to fit their unique DNA. We bring together human expertise and artificial intelligence to develop digital chemistry. This unlocks new possibilities, transformative outcomes and enduring relationships.

Sutherland
Unlocking digital performance. Delivering measurable results.

Location: Chennai | Shift: US Night Shift | Work Mode: Work from Office

 

Join our US HRO team to deliver exceptional HR support across HR Operations, Ask HR, Payroll, Payroll Tax, Compensation & Benefits, and Talent Management. You'll partner with global stakeholders to provide accurate, compliant, and customer-focused HR services while driving operational excellence and continuous improvement.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver HR Shared Services across one or more specialized HR functions.
  • Manage employee lifecycle activities, HR inquiries, payroll, compensation, or talent processes.
  • Resolve complex employee cases while ensuring compliance with US HR policies and regulations.
  • Maintain HR data accuracy and support enterprise HR systems such as Workday, ADP, or ServiceNow.
  • Collaborate with HR Business Partners, Payroll, Finance, Legal, and other stakeholders.
  • Identify process improvement opportunities and support automation initiatives.
  • Mentor junior team members and manage escalations (Lead roles).

Experience

  • L2 (Senior Associate): 2–5 years of relevant HR Shared Services experience.
  • L3 (Lead): 4–7 years of relevant experience with subject matter expertise and mentoring or leadership exposure.

 

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Experience in HR Operations, Ask HR, US Payroll, Payroll Tax, Compensation & Benefits, Talent Management, or HR Shared Services.
  • Experience supporting US HR or Payroll processes is preferred.
  • Hands-on experience with Workday, ADP, ServiceNow, SAP SuccessFactors, Oracle HCM, or similar HRIS platforms.
  • Excellent verbal and written English communication skills with experience supporting US-based employees and customers.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, stakeholder management, and customer service skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
  • Willingness to work US night shifts from the Chennai office.

Why Join Us?

  • Work with a global HRO team supporting the US market.
  • Gain exposure to leading HR technologies and enterprise HR processes.
  • Contribute to transformation, automation, and employee experience initiatives.
  • Enjoy continuous learning, career growth, and development opportunities.
About this role

Summary

Support US HR operations, manage employee data, process payroll, lead automation projects, mentor teams.

Job title

Senior Associate/Lead - US HRO

Experience level

2-5 years (L2), 4-7 years (L3)

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

software

Location requirements

Chennai, India, remote work not allowed

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

HR operationsAsk HRUS payrollpayroll taxcompensationbenefitstalent managementWorkdayADPServiceNowSAP SuccessFactorsOracle HCMEnglish communicationMicrosoft Office

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

HR operationspayrollHRISUS HRAutomation
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

On-site City
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