ANUJA SHAH
Mumbai
Summary
Strategic HR and Counseling Professional with 13 years of experience in aligning employee outcomes with organizational strategies. Expertise in integrating psychological principles with HR functions, including EAP, DEI, and Talent Development. Demonstrated success in enhancing employee performance and leadership impact across startups and Fortune 500 companies. Skilled in developing performance systems and wellness initiatives that support business objectives and cultural transformation.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Consulting Coach & Therapist
Wysa & Private Practice
Mumbai
05.2019 - Current
- Coached professionals from Myntra, Flipkart, Paytm, and Urban Clap, enhancing performance by up to 80%.
- Delivered structured coaching in procrastination, leadership adaptability, time management, and emotional resilience.
- Empowered employees to align personal values with organizational KPIs through SWOT analysis and motivational interviewing.
- Supported employees in Performance Improvement Programs, improving confidence, motivation, teamwork, and goal alignment.
- Conducted webinars on Change Management and Stress Management for Accenture, Bosch, and Sun Life Global.
- Guided new leaders in understanding team expectations while enhancing emotional intelligence and bridging perception gaps.
- Collaborated with global clients across MNCs and startups, gaining insights into cross-cultural communication and organizational diversity.
Senior Counselor & Team Lead
iWill (ePsyclinic.com)
07.2015 - 02.2022
- Established HR processes encompassing recruitment, onboarding, compliance, and training for digital mental health company.
- Designed and implemented performance review systems, KPIs, and employee development pathways for 20-member team.
- Conducted mental health awareness programs in high-traffic areas, boosting public engagement and corporate brand equity.
- Delivered coaching and therapy sessions centered on career acceleration and interpersonal dynamics.
- Applied DEI-informed frameworks to promote inclusive leadership and address conflict resolution.
HR & Talent Acquisition Consultant
SAS India, Medallion Consulting, People Equity HR Consulting
Bangalore & Mumbai
03.2006 - 04.2012
- Recruited specialized IT and non-IT talent across multiple verticals to meet staffing needs.
- Collaborated with leadership to develop effective hiring strategies tailored to organizational goals.
- Conducted onboarding and cultural fit assessments for clients in hospital and financial sectors.
- Aligned performance metrics with organizational objectives to ensure client satisfaction.
- Managed accounts like HSBC Analytics, First Indian Corporation, and Royal Bank of Scotland, meeting aggressive hiring targets.
Education
Masters - Clinical Psychology
SNDT University
Mumbai01.2005
Bachelors - Psychology
Mumbai University
Mumbai01.2003
Skills
- Employee assistance programs
- Talent development
- Diversity and inclusion coaching
- Performance management
- Career pathing
- Organizational change readiness
- Coaching for performance
- Training design
- Employee relations
- Data analysis tools
- HRIS and engagement platforms
Certification
- Certificate in Family Therapy, Tata Institute of Social Sciences – Equips me with deep therapeutic insight into relational dynamics and conflict resolution.
Narrative Practices Course, Ummeed Foundation – strengthens my ability to reframe belief systems and foster inclusive dialogue - Professional Certificate in HR Analytics, IIM Kozhikode (2023) – Offers advanced data skills to drive HR strategies.
- Certified Learning & Development Professional, AON HR Learning Centre (2024) – enables the creation of strategic, impactful learning programs
Timeline
Consulting Coach & Therapist
Wysa & Private Practice
05.2019 - Current
Senior Counselor & Team Lead
iWill (ePsyclinic.com)
07.2015 - 02.2022
HR & Talent Acquisition Consultant
SAS India, Medallion Consulting, People Equity HR Consulting
03.2006 - 04.2012
Masters - Clinical Psychology
SNDT University
Bachelors - Psychology
Mumbai University
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