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Pavan Chetluri
HR Manager
Bangalore
Summary
Results-driven HR professional with strong experience in HRMS implementation, process automation, and performance management frameworks. Passionate about developing people, improving employee experience, and driving organizational growth through effective HR strategies.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
5
5
Languages
Work History
HR Manager
Light Mechanics
08.2024 - Current
- Scaled workforce by 130% (from 65 to 150 employees in 6 months), driving seamless end-to-end recruitment and onboarding.
- Improved female workforce ratio from 4% to 11%, through targeted diversity hiring and inclusive workplace programs.
- Framed and implemented 15+ HR policies from scratch.
- Deployed HRMS covering 100% of employees, including blue-collar workers, ensuring full attendance visibility and real-time data tracking.
- Improved punctuality by 90% within 2 months by introducing HRMS-based attendance tracking and strict adherence policies.
- Automated payroll processing for all employees, reducing manual effort by 85% and ensuring 100% accuracy and on-time salary disbursement.
- Launched a structured Performance Management System (PMS) achieving 100% goal setting & rating completion.
- Reduced attrition from 15% to 4% by implementing employee connect programs, skip-level meetings, and motivation sessions.
- Organized 18+ employee engagement and skill development programs annually, improving engagement survey scores by 25% YoY.
- Developed and implemented a Skill Matrix covering 100% of the workforce, linking training needs to performance outcomes.
- Partnered in investor pitch deck presentations & business reviews.
- Ensured 100% compliance with labor laws and statutory requirements, maintaining 95% audit score.
- Enhanced employer brand visibility — improved AmbitionBox rating from 80% to 95% through feedback-driven culture building.
- Handled insurance administration ensuring 100% coverage and zero pending claims.
- Executed 100% structured onboarding and induction programs, reducing new hire early attrition from 15% to 4%.
- Prepared detailed HR analytics, manpower costing, and budget reports, enabling leadership to optimize workforce costs by 10%.
- Resolved 100% of employee grievances within 1-3 working days fostering trust across teams.
- Conducted one-on-one and skip-level meetings quarterly to gather feedback.
- Managed exit process ensuring 100% Full and Final settlements within 7 days and positive exit experience ratings.
Assistant HR Manager
Jiraaf
11.2023 - 08.2024
- Spearheaded migration and configuration of HRMS from inception, ensuring seamless operations.
- Crafted and executed HR strategies aligned with organizational goals.
- Handling end-to-end recruitment processes, sourcing top talent and facilitating hiring procedures.
- Onboarding of new joiners, conducting BGV and induction sessions.
- Managing PMS processes and designed incentive schemes to drive productivity.
- Analyzing HR metrics such as Attrition, D&I, attendance and other reports for informed decision-making.
- Conducting employee engagement activities to enhance workplace morale.
- Conducted employee pulse surveys, analyzed feedback to drive continuous improvement.
- Ensuring adherence to HR audits and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Conducting impactful Employer Branding programs on platforms like Ambition-Box and Glassdoor.
- Handling employee grievances and settlement.
- Preparation of Payroll inputs. Co-ordinating and closing Full and Final Settlements.
Senior HR Executive
HealthCare Global Enterprises Ltd.
04.2023 - 10.2023
- Manpower costing and budgeting.
- Proficiently managing onboarding, induction, and HR analytics.
- Attendance management and resolution of related queries.
- Diligently coordinate background verification and manage exit formalities.
- Efficiently handle payroll coordination and data management in SuccessFactors.
- Employee engagement activities and HR communications.
- Profound understanding of compensation and benefits administration.
- Ensure adherence to HR policies and compliance.
- Contribute to performance management activities and streamline HR processes.
- Undertaking new Corporate HR projects.
Senior HR Executive
Landmark Group (Max Fashion)
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Set objectives and tracked progress of PAN India Regional HR through HR Scorecard.
- Strategically monitored internal HR systems and developed strategies.
- Managed employee benefits processing and planned HR recruitment.
- Conducted competitor analysis to enhance HR processes.
- Prepared insightful HR dashboards and reports for informed decision-making.
- Resolved employee benefit and compensation queries.
- Ensured smooth execution of background verification processes.
- Led weekly reviews on HR activities and processes with the regional team.
- Managed payroll requirements and contributed to process improvement.
Senior HR Executive
Tata Bigbasket
02.2021 - 09.2022
- Conducted PAN India HR audits for compliance and process improvement.
- Led employee wellness initiatives and supported in HR MIS.
- Managed PAN India insurance benefits administration.
- Improved HR processes and systems for enhanced efficiency.
- Supported HR team with diverse adhoc tasks.
Business HR & Analyst - Sales
Dalmia Cement Bharat Ltd.
03.2018 - 11.2020
- Onboarding & Induction.
- Grievance redressal, Payroll, PMS.
- HR Policies, Exit Management.
Education
Masters in Business Administration - Human Resources Management
SV University
07.2020
Bachelors in Business Administration -
SV University
05.2017
Skills
HR policies and procedures
HR processes
Performance management
Onboarding and orientation
Benefits administration
Recruitment and Hiring
Payroll
Statutory compliance
Compensation and benefits
HRMS
Employee engagement
Exit interviews
Internal communications
Certification
Business Intelligence Analytics – By 360 Careers
Software
Powerpoint
Google Sheets
Power BI
Python
SQL
Interests
Startup Watch
Documentaries
Additional Information
HRMS Implemented & Used : Keka, GreytHR, Successfactors, Ramco, Darwinbox
Timeline
HR Manager
Light Mechanics
08.2024 - Current
Assistant HR Manager
Jiraaf
11.2023 - 08.2024
Senior HR Executive
HealthCare Global Enterprises Ltd.
04.2023 - 10.2023
Senior HR Executive
Landmark Group (Max Fashion)
10.2022 - 03.2023
Senior HR Executive
Tata Bigbasket
02.2021 - 09.2022
Business HR & Analyst - Sales
Dalmia Cement Bharat Ltd.
03.2018 - 11.2020
Masters in Business Administration - Human Resources Management
SV University
Bachelors in Business Administration -
SV University