Akansha Gupta
Summary
Expert in talent acquisition and HR generalist functions with over 14 years of experience across IT, retail, consulting, and government sectors. Demonstrated ability to manage full employee life cycles, enhance employee engagement, and align performance metrics. Proven track record in optimizing talent acquisition metrics—cost, time, and quality—while leveraging digital and AI-driven tools to strengthen employer branding. Recognized for leading cross-functional teams, implementing HR technology solutions like SAP SuccessFactors, and delivering actionable workforce analytics.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Manager - Human Resources
Pitney Bowes India Pvt. Ltd.
07.2019 - 08.2024
- Oversaw post-onboarding employee touchpoints, driving engagement and tracking retention metrics.
- Partnered with business unit heads to align departmental KPIs with company goals.
- Managed roll-out of updated internal HR policies and resolved operational queries via digital tools.
- Drove end-to-end recruitment strategy, exceeding hiring demands efficiently and within budget.
- Reduced vendor dependency by enhancing in-house sourcing capabilities and internal referrals.
- Led DEI-focused hiring programs to improve diversity across key business functions.
- Collaborated with external organizations to establish inclusive talent pipelines.
- Championed implementation of innovative recruitment tools to streamline operations and enhance candidate experience.
Assistant Manager - Human Resources
The State Trading Corporation of India Ltd
07.2016 - 06.2019
- Strategic HR Partnership: "Acted as the primary HR Generalist point of contact for departmental heads, advising on workforce optimization and risk management
- Oversaw manpower planning and recruitment policy formulation to ensure compliance and optimize workforce.
- Managed end-to-end recruitment processes, including application handling and onboarding procedures.
- Coordinated key result area (KRA) setting, interim performance reviews, and annual appraisals for employee development.
- Designed targeted training programs based on comprehensive skill gap analyses.
- Addressed employee grievances effectively while ensuring adherence to Right to Information (RTI) compliance.
- Strategic HR Partnership: "Acted as the primary HR Generalist point of contact for departmental heads, advising on workforce optimization and risk management
Aristocrat Technologies
04.2016 - 07.2016
MMR Group
04.2013 - 01.2015
McDonald's India (North & East)
12.2011 - 02.2013
Pitney Bowes Software Pvt. Ltd.
10.2009 - 08.2011
Education
Master of Business Administration - Human Resources
Tula's Institute (Uttarakhand University)
Dehradun01.2009
Bachelor of Commerce -
Delhi University
New Delhi01.2007
Skills
- Employee engagement and workforce optimization
- HR policy development and compliance
- Diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives
- Performance management strategies
- Talent acquisition and retention
- Training program design and implementation
- Problem solving and conflict resolution
- Strategic thinking for organizational improvement
Certification
- Global Sprint Program
- Leadership Essential for Managers
- D&I Ambassador
Timeline
Senior Manager - Human Resources
Pitney Bowes India Pvt. Ltd.
07.2019 - 08.2024
Assistant Manager - Human Resources
The State Trading Corporation of India Ltd
07.2016 - 06.2019
Aristocrat Technologies
04.2016 - 07.2016
MMR Group
04.2013 - 01.2015
McDonald's India (North & East)
12.2011 - 02.2013
Pitney Bowes Software Pvt. Ltd.
10.2009 - 08.2011
Master of Business Administration - Human Resources
Tula's Institute (Uttarakhand University)
Bachelor of Commerce -
Delhi University