Hi, I’m
APURVA DESHPANDE
HR Professional
Delhi
Summary
Strategic Human Resources Manager with 10+ years of experience shaping HR strategies and driving HR operations across SaaS, Fintech, IT services, and remote-first SMEs & Start-Ups. Expertise in succession planning, HR budgeting, workforce planning linked to revenue forecasts, and performance management design (KRAs, KPIs, PIPs). Skilled in HRIS implementation, statutory compliance, global payroll coordination, and full-cycle recruitment for tech & GTM roles. Proven ability to reduce attrition (50%→25%), align HR budgets with business growth, digitize HR processes, and strengthen leadership pipelines. Global HR exposure through vendor-managed hires in South Africa & Kenya and HR coordination with US-based teams. Certified POSH Trainer and SHRM-CP candidate, combining compliance depth, strategic foresight, and people-centric leadership to scale HR in fast-growing organizations.
Overview
12
years of professional experience
5
Certifications
3
Languages
Work History
BuzzHR
Independent HR Consultant
07.2025 - Current
Job overview
- Advisory focus on succession planning, performance frameworks, HR budgeting, and POSH compliance training for startups & SMEs.
- Built client-ready HR toolkits (workforce planning models, KRA/KPI templates, compliance checklists).
- Researching APAC/MEA frameworks to prepare for global HR engagements.
- Pursuing SHRM-CP to strengthen global HR capabilities.
Ember Technologies (Fintech/IT)
Human Resource Manager
06.2024 - 07.2025
Job overview
- Developed manpower strategy tied to revenue forecasts, optimising hiring plans for 7 cross-functional teams.
- Designed and rolled out KRAs & SOPs for 100 employees, aligning business and people goals.
- Launched engagement initiatives, boosting employee satisfaction by 20% in six months.
- Introduced quarterly performance check-ins, improving team productivity by 15% in Q1.
- Digitized compliance documentation; reduced manual errors by 30%.
- Built HR budgets and compliance cost models, streamlining HR spend and audits.
Maximus Infoware Pvt Ltd (Tech Services)
Human Resource Manager
04.2022 - 02.2024
Job overview
- Managed HR for approximately 300 employees across the full employee lifecycle.
- Revamped policies resulted in a 50% reduction in attrition, down to 25% within one year.
- Supported global hiring: facilitated sales hires in South Africa and Kenya via third-party payroll vendors, ensuring compliance and smooth onboarding.
- Designed analytics-driven wellness programs for over 250 employees, reducing burnout.
Yoelekar Interiors (Remote-first SME)
Human Resource Manager
01.2020 - 03.2022
Job overview
- Set up virtual onboarding and training, achieving 98% onboarding satisfaction.
- Increased employee engagement by 15% through remote-first initiatives.
- Enhanced team productivity by 20% with agile HR processes.
Freestone Infotech Pvt. Ltd. (IT Consulting)
Senior HR Executive
09.2018 - 12.2019
Job overview
- Redesigned HR frameworks; improved productivity by 40% via clear performance metrics.
- Optimized benefits lead to a 20% increase in satisfaction.
- Coordinated HR operations for a US-based team, aligning policies and vendor partnerships.
- Introduced new performance guidelines; engagement increased by 25%.
RRAJ Hair Solutions (Manufacturing)
Senior HR Executive
07.2015 - 08.2019
Job overview
- Implemented HRIS; reduced payroll cycle time –30%.
- Resolved 95% compliance issues, ensuring audit readiness.
- Negotiated workforce policies → boosted productivity +20%.
Swastik Furnaces Pvt Ltd. (Manufacturing)
HR Manager
06.2013 - 06.2015
Job overview
- Negotiated labour union agreements with 80% positive outcomes.
- Reduced audit risks by 60% by strengthening compliance.
- Designed training for 100 employees, improving skill alignment by 40%.
Education
Welingkar Institute of ManagementMumbai, India
Post Graduate Diploma from Human Resource Management
06.2018
S. K. Somaiya CollegeMumbai
Bachelor of Management Studies (B.M.S) from Management
06.2013
Skills
Strategic HR: Succession Planning, HR Budgeting, Workforce Planning
Accomplishments
- Attrition cut 50% to 25% in one year through policy redesign and engagement programs.
- Reduced payroll cycle from 5d to 2d with HRIS automation and vendor coordination.
- Decreased time-to-hire by 30% for tech roles; improved offer-to-join conversion.
- New hire productivity improved 25% via structured KRAs and 30/60/90-day check-ins.
- Built succession planning models to identify and develop key talent.
- Designed and implemented strategic HR frameworks linking revenue forecasts with manpower planning.
Certification
SHRM-CP: Currently pursuing
Timeline
Independent HR Consultant
BuzzHR
07.2025 - Current
POSH : Train The Trainer by ProTouch
03-2025
Human Resource Manager
Ember Technologies (Fintech/IT)
06.2024 - 07.2025
Google Analytics Certification
04-2024
The Manager's Toolkit: University of London (Coursera)
08-2023
Human Resource Manager
Maximus Infoware Pvt Ltd (Tech Services)
04.2022 - 02.2024
Human Resources: Leadership and Strategic Impact: LinkedIn
12-2021
Human Resource Manager
Yoelekar Interiors (Remote-first SME)
01.2020 - 03.2022
Senior HR Executive
Freestone Infotech Pvt. Ltd. (IT Consulting)
09.2018 - 12.2019
Senior HR Executive
RRAJ Hair Solutions (Manufacturing)
07.2015 - 08.2019
HR Manager
Swastik Furnaces Pvt Ltd. (Manufacturing)
06.2013 - 06.2015
Welingkar Institute of Management
Post Graduate Diploma from Human Resource Management
S. K. Somaiya College
Bachelor of Management Studies (B.M.S) from Management
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