Understanding HR Hierarchy: Is Head-HR or HR Manager More Senior?

Friends, I need an urgent clarification. Can anyone clarify which is the senior position among the following:

1. HEAD-HR
2. HEAD-HR MANAGER
3. HR MANAGER

Thank you.

As per my view, the Head of HR and HR Manager are the same. I am not aware of the position as Head-HR Manager. The HR Manager itself is the head of the department, and I don't know what you mean by this position.

Seeking Opinions

Hey friends, please share your views too! 

Thank you for your quick reply, Mr. Jeeva. I too have the same opinion. But now I am in a position to choose between these two, which is higher and gives more value. It's confusing now. Expecting more replies, please. :)

In the HR department, the Head HR is the position, and Manager HR is the designation. The Head HR holds the highest authority in HR matters.

Regards,
Sudhir Kumar

I second Mr. Sudhir; Head HR is the highest position as the HEAD itself represents the power and high position in the department. Secondly, an HR Manager can be called the department head if there is no higher authority defined or designated, such as the General Manager, who is of higher rank than the Manager, as we all know. However, it also depends on the authority and power provided to an HR personnel.

For example, if an HR department has a Manager (HR Manager) with higher authority and all other personnel working under him, he automatically becomes the Head of the Department. But if you want to define or designate the positions and power for two personnel, the HR Manager must come under the Head of the Department as "Head Corporate and HR."

Hierarchy:
Head HR → Manager-HR → other executives/personnel

Could you please let us know more about what you are planning to do and what you need? Please define the purpose so that we can understand your query better and provide you with more appropriate answers.

Clarification on HR Designations

The designation "Head - HR" can refer to various senior roles such as HR Manager, Vice President, Senior Vice President, or Senior Manager. However, "Head HR Manager" is not typically recognized as a proper designation. An HR Manager can be the head of the HR department, but this is not always the case.

Regards,
Rajeev

In a company where the Head of HR and HR Manager are present, the HR Manager would report to the Head of HR. The middle designation, as pointed out by other senior members, does not exist.

Regards,
V. Raghunathan
Navi Mumbai