Smitha Thakur

Strategic HR Leader | HR Business Partner | People & Culture | Transforming Businesses. Empowering People.

Gurgaon, Haryana, India

About

"Human Resources isn't just about managing people—it's about creating an environment where people thrive and businesses succeed." I believe HR creates the greatest impact when it moves beyond supporting the business to helping shape its future. As a Strategic HR Leader and HR Business Partner, I partner with business leaders to align people strategy with business goals, navigate change, build high-performing teams, and foster cultures where people and performance grow together. My expertise spans HR Business Partnering, People & Culture, Talent Acquisition, Employee Relations, Workforce Planning, Change Management, Organizational Development, Employee Experience, and Performance Management. I am driven by the belief that transforming businesses begins with empowering people. By fostering inclusive, future-ready workplaces and aligning people, culture, and strategy, I strive to create meaningful outcomes for both organizations and their people. As someone who believes that transformation begins with people, I welcome opportunities to connect with leaders and professionals who share a passion for leadership, people strategy, and building future-ready organizations to exchange ideas, share perspectives, and foster meaningful conversations.

Experience

  • Senior Manager | Functional Head – HR Business Partnering at Stellar Information Technology Pvt. Ltd.
    Jan 2025 - Present · 1 yr 7 mos

  • People & Culture Specialist at SoftwareOne
    Oct 2018 - Nov 2024 · 6 yrs 2 mos

  • Assistant Manager - People & Culture at Spectra
    Apr 2015 - Mar 2018 · 3 yrs

  • Regional Head - HR at TBZ
    Jan 2013 - Jan 2014 · 1 yr 1 mo

  • Corporate HR at KSK Energy Ventures Ltd.
    Jan 2008 - Jan 2013 · 5 yrs 1 mo