Avijit Roy
Kolkata
Summary
Seasoned HR/IR Leader with 15 years of diverse industry experience across IT, U.S. Medical Healthcare, Engineering, Construction, Oil & Gas, and Manufacturing sectors, including 3 years in leadership roles. Proficient in driving strategic HR initiatives, optimizing recruitment processes, and ensuring compliance with labor laws. Returning to the workforce after a much needed career break, eager to apply extensive skills in a Corporate/Site role.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelancer in HR/Career Break
Self Employed
Kolkata
10.2023 - Current
- Worked closely with human resources to support employee management and organizational planning.
- Set specific goals for projects to measure progress and evaluate end results.
- A much-needed break to cater to my needs, my family's expectations, and old-age caregiving.
Associate Manager HR and IR
Megha Engineering and Infrastructures Limited
Paradip
03.2022 - 09.2023
- Oversaw end-to-end recruitment processes, coordinating interviews, managing recruitment teams, and optimizing sourcing strategies through professional networking and modern digital platforms.
- Served as a senior HR leader, developing key talent acquisition strategies aligned with business objectives across core functions like Technology, Finance, and HR.
- Led talent management, from interviewing and onboarding to implementing performance management systems and succession planning, significantly reducing turnover by 15% and improving compliance by 40%.
- Managed ATS operations, ensuring accurate data reporting and analytics for strategic recruitment decisions and presented insights through customized reports in Excel & SAP S4/Hana.
- Enhanced candidate experience through effective communication strategies, developing and overseeing candidate experience surveys, and managing diverse HR and IR functions with a focus on maintaining compliance with labor codes (Wage Code 2019, IR Code 2020, OSH Code 2020, and Social Security Code 2020).
- Facilitated employee integration and managed site-specific HR tasks, including labor mobilization, grievance handling, and statutory compliance, ensuring a harmonious work environment across project sites.
- Collaborated closely with the HRIS team, contributing to system improvements and refining global recruitment metrics to support the organization's talent acquisition strategy.
HR and Administration Manager
SKB Builders India Limited
Vadodara
06.2021 - 12.2021
- Directed comprehensive HR and Administration functions, including employee relations, performance management, and compliance with local construction labor laws.
- Streamlined recruitment and onboarding processes, ensuring efficient issuance of offer and appointment letters, setup of employee essentials, and payroll processing.
- Implemented effective performance management systems and succession planning to nurture future leadership aligned with organizational goals.
- Enhanced recruitment strategies, significantly reducing time-to-hire through optimized processes and advanced recruitment technologies.
- Ensured strict adherence to all relevant labor laws, mitigating legal risks and maintaining organizational compliance.
- Led initiatives for staff development and orientation, fostering a collaborative workplace culture.
- Managed comprehensive facility operations, including maintenance of accommodations, workstations, and transport systems, ensuring high standards of sanitation, safety, and operational efficiency.
- Oversaw timely renewals of statutory licenses and insurances, maintaining seamless operational compliance.
- Developed and enforced disciplinary protocols to sustain a respectful and harmonious working environment across the organization.
Assistant Officer
Ahluwalia Contracts (India) Limited
Nagpur
02.2021 - 05.2021
- Managed day-to-day HR and administrative processes including talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, and compliance with local construction labor laws.
- Systematized onboarding processes, including setting up employee essentials and processing payroll, contributing to streamlined operations and enhanced employee satisfaction.
- Maintained rigorous adherence to statutory compliance, ensuring timely renewals of licenses and insurances, and managing personnel accommodations and cafeterias.
- Conducted regular inspections of employee facilities to ensure adherence to safety, hygiene, and security standards.
- Implemented disciplinary measures and coordinated counseling programs to maintain a positive work environment and address absenteeism effectively.
- Facilitated inter-departmental communication and coordinated regular staff meetings, significantly improving team collaboration and operational efficiency.
- Managed timekeeping and payroll processes efficiently, ensuring timely updates and accurate salary calculations.
- Addressed and resolved employee queries regarding payroll discrepancies promptly, maintaining high levels of employee trust and satisfaction.
Personnel and Administration Officer
Simplex Infrastructures Limited
Delhi
01.2015 - 01.2021
- Delivered high-quality training programs, enhancing employee skills and fostering professional development across the organization.
- Mentored junior staff, guiding their professional growth and skill enhancement.
- Optimized team performance by effectively reallocating resources and balancing workloads.
- Streamlined HR processes and implemented new policies to boost department efficiency and compliance.
- Managed comprehensive HR functions, including recruitment, employee engagement, payroll, and statutory compliance.
- Developed and maintained robust employee relations strategies, ensuring a conducive working environment.
- Led various HR initiatives such as performance management, succession planning, and organizational development.
- Utilized advanced HR technologies including HRMS, ERP, and SAP to enhance operational efficiency and data management.
- Ensured strict compliance with HR policies and labor laws, maintaining all necessary certifications and legal requirements.
Founder and Manager
Kitchen Da Dhaba
Kolkata
09.2011 - 12.2014
- Founded and managed a successful food business and café, overseeing all operations, from concept development to daily management, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
Intern
Tata Projects Limited
Kolkata
05.2013 - 06.2013
- Successfully completed a two-month internship at the Kolkata Corporate Office, focusing on analyzing and enhancing the Performance Management System, gaining significant insights into HR operations in a corporate environment.
JR Account Executive
Greenwave Technologies India Pvt. Ltd.
Kolkata
06.2006 - 08.2011
- Spearheaded manpower planning and recruitment processes, from evolving organizational structures to managing comprehensive induction training for new hires, ensuring alignment with business strategies.
- Developed and implemented HR policies and procedures, managed HR metrics, and facilitated organizational culture initiatives, enhancing overall employee relations and operational efficiency.
- Handled general HR functions including payroll, performance management, employee engagement, statutory compliance (PF, ESIC, Gratuity), and managed HR MIS reporting and ERP systems.
Education
Certificate - POSH
KEKA ACADEMY
Kolkata, India04-2025
CERTIFICATE - HR ANALYTIC
UDEMY
Kolkata, India04-2025
Sikkim Manipal University - Human Resources and Industrial Relation
Sikkim Manipal University
Kolkata, India03.2014
Diploma - Software Engineering
NIIT
KOLKATA05-2007
Bachelor of Science - Commerce
CITY COLLEGE OF COMMERCE
Kolkata, India06-2003
Skills
- Human resources management
- Talent acquisition
- Employee relations
- Performance management
- Succession planning
- Strategic HR leadership
- Project management
- HR analytics
- Communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Statutory Compliance
- Labour Laws
- Industrial Relation
- Statutory filings
- Employee Relation
- Employee Engagement
- Rewards
Languages
- English, Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
- Hindi, Advanced (C1)
- Bengali, Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Notable Recognition
Awarded for exceptional performance and entrusted with expanded roles and responsibilities at Greenwave LLC in 2011, highlighting my dedication and contributions to the organization.
Affiliations
- Awarded Best Performance in Greewave Technologies India Pvt Ltd.
Languages
Bengali
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Freelancer in HR/Career Break
Self Employed
10.2023 - Current
Associate Manager HR and IR
Megha Engineering and Infrastructures Limited
03.2022 - 09.2023
HR and Administration Manager
SKB Builders India Limited
06.2021 - 12.2021
Assistant Officer
Ahluwalia Contracts (India) Limited
02.2021 - 05.2021
Personnel and Administration Officer
Simplex Infrastructures Limited
01.2015 - 01.2021
Intern
Tata Projects Limited
05.2013 - 06.2013
Founder and Manager
Kitchen Da Dhaba
09.2011 - 12.2014
JR Account Executive
Greenwave Technologies India Pvt. Ltd.
06.2006 - 08.2011
Certificate - POSH
KEKA ACADEMY
CERTIFICATE - HR ANALYTIC
UDEMY
Sikkim Manipal University - Human Resources and Industrial Relation
Sikkim Manipal University
Diploma - Software Engineering
NIIT
Bachelor of Science - Commerce
CITY COLLEGE OF COMMERCE
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