NETGEAR has embarked on a significant transformation journey that builds on its strong heritage as a leader in networking and is committed to investing in innovation that will delight and protect customers. Over the past year, NETGEAR has implemented the first phase of its transformation by reorganizing the team, defining new values, purpose and mission, implementing operational improvements, and developing long-term strategies and investment plans for each of its three business units.
In tandem with this, the People function is also undergoing a significant transformation to modernize and globalize the function to deliver on our People Team Why: “To power our Ne(x)t Gear as a high performing organization, by driving extraordinary people experiences that Align, Engage, and Transform NETGEAR to deliver winning business results”.
We’re looking for a strategic, hands-on, and tech-savvy HRBP Director to lead the People agenda across our high growth business unit – NETGEAR for Business as well as the country of India. This role is ideal for someone who’s excited to roll up their sleeves and help lead and build from the ground up. You’ll partner closely with the current India People Partner, other People Team Partners (Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, Talent, Culture and Org Effectiveness) and senior leadership to drive business outcomes with talent, scale teams, shape culture, and support our transformation journey.
You’ll also play a vital role in embedding an AI-first mindset into the People function—leveraging AI to automate repetitive HRBP tasks such as data analysis, query management, reporting, documentation, and process workflows.
This role will require regular travel between our engineering sites in Bangalore and Chennai. This is a hybrid role and requires 3+ days in the office.
Key Responsibilities:
Change Management
Partner with senior leadership for NFB and India to drive the People transformation agenda, ensuring strategic alignment with NETGEAR’s global business priorities.
Lead organization-wide change initiatives across NFB and India that enable scale, agility, and innovation.
Act as a transformation coach and thought partner to global NFB and local India leaders, helping teams adapt to growth and new ways of working.
Talent Management
Partner with Talent Acquisition and local leadership to build and scale high-performing teams, particularly for the Chennai CoE.
Drive effective talent management strategies in partnership with the Talent, Culture and OE team—from attraction to development to retention.
Support leadership development and succession planning to build future-ready teams.
Drive Decisions with Data
Utilize HR analytics and insights to inform business decisions and workforce planning.
Champion the use of AI and technology to reduce manual tasks and improve speed and accuracy in decision-making.
Measure the impact of HR initiatives and continuously improve through data.
In partnership with Total Rewards ensure we are attracting and retaining top talent in the competitive and fast-moving India market
Company and Talent Advocacy
Represent both the business and employees to ensure a balanced, high-impact people strategy.
Strengthen company culture and employee experience across NFB and India.
Put business acumen to work while championing fairness, inclusion, and employee engagement.
What We’re Looking For:
12+ years of progressive HR experience, including global, senior HRBP or regional HR leadership roles.
Experience working in a matrixed, global context.
A builder’s mindset—comfortable operating solo at first while influencing broadly.
Track record of supporting scaling and transformation, ideally in a high-growth or tech-led environment.
Strong understanding of the India HR landscape, employment regulations, and regional nuances.
Passion for AI and technology in HR—from process automation to decision support.
Comfortable using data to guide actions, measure success and stay competitive in the India market.
Company Statement/Values:
At NETGEAR, we are on a mission to unleash the full potential of connectivity with intelligent solutions that delight and protect. We turn ideas into innovative networking products that connect people, power businesses, and advance the way we live.
We're a performance-driven, talented and connected team that's committed to delivering world-class products for our customers. As a company, we value our employees as the most essential building blocks of our success. And as teammates, we commit to taking our work to the Next Gear by living our values: we Dare to Transform the future, Connect and Delight our customers, Communicate Courageously with each other and collaborate to Win It Together. You’ll find our values woven through our processes, present in our decisions, and celebrated throughout our culture.
We strive to attract top talent and create a great workplace where people feel engaged, inspired, challenged, proud and respected. If you are creative, forward-thinking, passionate about technology and are looking for a rewarding career to make an impact, then you've got what it takes to succeed at NETGEAR. Join our network and help us shape the future of connectivity.
NETGEAR hires based on merit. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
