Vishakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India
As a seasoned HR leader with over 17 years of experience, I excel in advancing HR operations to achieve organizational excellence. Specializing in end-to-end HR operations, recruitment, and performance management systems, I have successfully led initiatives across diverse sectors including healthcare, government projects, and corporate environments. Currently serving as HR Head at Lotus Wireless Technologies India Pvt Ltd, I drive strategic HR initiatives aligned with business objectives, fostering positive work cultures and ensuring compliance with labour laws. My career highlights include roles at UNICEF, Arete Hospitals, and Kakinada Smart City Corporation Ltd, where I implemented robust HR policies and led award-winning projects. A passionate advocate for employee engagement and development, I have presented at numerous HR forums globally. With a Master’s degree in Business Management and expertise in conflict resolution and organizational structuring, I am poised to deliver impactful HR solutions and drive organizational success.
Head of HR and Admin
Head of Human Resources | Expert in Performance Management As the Head of Human Resources, my primary objective is to lead strategic initiatives that drive organizational growth, foster a positive work culture, and enhance employee engagement. With a strong passion for performance management, I ensure our talent thrives, aligns with company goals, and consistently delivers outstanding results. My experience in various HR functions has equipped me with the knowledge and expertise to build a high-performing, motivated, and satisfied workforce. Key Responsibilities: Strategic HR Leadership: Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business objectives, ensuring competitiveness and adaptability. Performance Management: Design and manage comprehensive performance appraisal systems, including goal setting, continuous feedback, and performance reviews to drive individual and organizational success. Talent Development: Oversee recruitment, create effective onboarding programs, and implement talent development initiatives to build a robust talent pipeline and support career growth. Employee Engagement: Foster a culture of recognition and continuous improvement through programs like 'You are the STAR,' promoting a motivated and satisfied workforce. Compliance and Policy Management: Ensure compliance with labor laws and internal policies, working closely with legal and compliance teams. Regularly review and update policies, conduct training sessions, and ensure adherence. Change Management: Lead HR transformation initiatives, including digitalization and process improvements, to enhance efficiency and employee experience. HR Analytics: Utilize data-driven insights to inform HR strategies, track performance metrics, measure the effectiveness of HR initiatives, and support decision-making. Analyze data on employee performance, engagement, retention, and other key metrics to identify trends and make informed decisions.
End-to-End HR Operations & Strategy: Directed the overarching human resource function across multiple corporate offices, R&D centers, and manufacturing plants on a national scale. Talent Acquisition Strategy: Built and executed aggressive end-to-end talent acquisition strategies to onboard leadership, technical engineering, and plant operations talent for an expanding production pipeline. Stakeholder Management & Succession: Advised promoters and executive board members on organizational risk management, capability frameworks, and leadership succession planning. Performance Optimization: Managed the annual human resource budget, balanced recruitment costs, and implemented strict manufacturing plant audit compliance systems.
Building HR Systems From Scratch: Pioneered the design and delivery of the core HR infrastructure, custom onboarding frameworks, and centralized personnel operations for a high-growth entity. Policy Formation & Customization: Authored and customized the corporate HR policy manual from the ground up, ensuring deep alignment with a fast-pivot operating model. Performance Management & Cost Control: Developed rigorous employee performance tracking models and KPI matrices while balancing manpower cost optimization initiatives against rapid headcount scaling.
As the HR Manager at Arete Hospitals, I oversee comprehensive HR functions to ensure operational efficiency and foster a positive work environment. My key responsibilities include: Recruitment: Successfully recruited candidates to fill vacancies, ensuring alignment with organizational needs and culture. Performance Management: Collaborated with supervisors to plan and conduct employee evaluations, enhancing performance and development. HRIS Management: Maintained and updated personnel records, ensuring accuracy and compliance within the HRIS system. Benefits Administration: Administered employee benefits programs, led open enrollment processes, and provided guidance and coaching to employees. Payroll Processing: Managed and processed payroll using Keka Software, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Employee Onboarding: Developed and conducted new employee orientation sessions, introducing company policies, procedures, culture, and campus. Confidentiality: Handled sensitive employee and company information with the utmost confidentiality and discretion. Employee Relations: Promoted open communication and a pro-employee work environment, encouraging a positive culture. Strategic HR Initiatives: Collaborated with management to design performance measurement, employee development, and compensation strategies. HR Programs and Policies: Directed HR programs and processes, continually improving operational efficiency and effectiveness. Leadership Advisory: Advised leadership on various HR matters, including leave policies, benefits, job services, and employment discrepancies. Policy Development: Initiated employee evaluation processes and recommended policy changes to support staff development and readiness goals. Talent Acquisition: Facilitated top talent identification through comprehensive interviewing, onboarding, orientation, and benefits processes.