Sowmya N R
HR Business Partner
Bengaluru
Summary
Human Resources Professional experienced in managing HR operations and driving employee satisfaction. Achieved recognition for optimizing recruitment, onboarding, and performance management processes through collaboration and effective practices. Focused on enhancing organizational culture and aligning HR functions with business objectives.
Overview
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11
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years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Manager HR
Landmark group
02.2023 - 06.2025
- Managed recruitment efforts to attract top talent, utilizing targeted job postings and thorough candidate screening processes.
- Led recruitment initiatives, enhancing talent acquisition processes and improving candidate quality.
- Developed and implemented employee engagement programs, fostering a collaborative workplace culture.
- Streamlined onboarding processes, resulting in a smoother transition for new hires.
- Facilitated performance management cycles, aligning employee goals with organizational objectives.
- Conducted regular training sessions, enhancing staff competencies.
- Managed HR documentation and compliance, ensuring adherence to regulatory and organizational standards.
- Collaborated with department heads to address workforce planning and staffing needs effectively.
- Supported employee relations efforts, resolving conflicts and promoting a positive work environment.
- Enhanced employee satisfaction by implementing effective communication strategies and feedback systems.
- Improved company culture by promoting team-building activities, fostering collaboration, and recognizing employee achievements.
- Developed succession plans to prepare for key personnel transitions while minimizing disruptions in operations.
- Oversaw internal promotions process by properly evaluating candidates based on experience and qualifications related to the position requirements.
- Reduced employee turnover rates through the development of comprehensive onboarding programs and ongoing training initiatives.
- Ensured compliance with labor laws and regulations by maintaining up-to-date knowledge and conducting regular audits of HR practices.
- Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency by optimizing workflows and introducing automated solutions.
- Coordinated employee exit processes, conducting thorough exit interviews to gather valuable insights for future improvement efforts.
- Collaborated with department managers to identify skill gaps among staff members, developing relevant training programs accordingly.
Assistant Manager HR
Actoserba wholesale Pvt Limited (Zivame)
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Worked with Actoserba wholesale Pvt Limited (Zivame) as an Assistant Manager HR from 8th August 2022 to 3rd February 2023
Deputy Manager HR
More Retail Private Limited (More)
03.2020 - 08.2022
- Worked in More Retail Private Limited (More) as a Deputy Manager HR from 28th-March-2020 to 2nd-August-2022.(Regional Human Resource).
HR Executive
Aditya Birla Retail Ltd (More)
08.2015 - 03.2020
- Worked in Aditya Birla Retail Ltd (More) as a HR Executive from 12-Aug-2015 to 27th-March-2020. (Aditya Birla Retail Ltd (More) was taken over by Samara Capital (More Retail Pvt Ltd).
HR Officer
Jubilant Retail Pvt Ltd (Total Super store)
04.2014 - 08.2015
- Served as HR Officer at Jubilant Retail Pvt Ltd (Total Super store) from 14-April-2014 to 11-Aug-2015, supporting transition during acquisition by Aditya Birla Retail Ltd.
Education
Professional Certificate Programme - HR management and Analytics
Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode
08-2023
MBA - HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Sikkim Manipal University - Distance Education
01-2016
BBM - undefined
Sri Adichunchanagiri College of Business Management
01-2013
Skills
Talent acquisition
Onboarding
Diversity and inclusion
Performance management
Performance appraisals
Employee engagement
Employee retention strategies
Succession planning
Internal promotions
Skill gap analysis
Training
HR compliance
Labor law compliance
HR policies
Policy development
HR process optimization
HRIS systems
Background checks
Exit interview coordination
Diversity and inclusion
Strategic planning
Teamwork and collaboration
Diversity and inclusion
Employee retention strategies
Accomplishments
- Awarded as Best Customer support Manager in ABRL
- Runner up Award for Best Improvement in employee retention
- HR Excellence award in ABRL.
- Star employee of the month in Lifestyle.
PERSONAL DOSSIER
- Husband Name : Girish Kumar L
- Contact Number : 9844310800
Timeline
Assistant Manager HR
Landmark group
02.2023 - 06.2025
Assistant Manager HR
Actoserba wholesale Pvt Limited (Zivame)
08.2022 - 02.2023
Deputy Manager HR
More Retail Private Limited (More)
03.2020 - 08.2022
HR Executive
Aditya Birla Retail Ltd (More)
08.2015 - 03.2020
HR Officer
Jubilant Retail Pvt Ltd (Total Super store)
04.2014 - 08.2015
BBM - undefined
Sri Adichunchanagiri College of Business Management
MBA - HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Sikkim Manipal University - Distance Education
Professional Certificate Programme - HR management and Analytics
Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode