Bennet Martin
Bangalore
Summary
HR leader with extensive experience in start-ups and multinational corporations, specializing in talent acquisition and employee engagement. Proven track record in developing HR strategies that enhance performance and promote diversity. Expertise in change management and M&A integrations, focusing on culture initiatives that improve retention and employee satisfaction. Recognized for driving company growth through efficient operational strategies and strong professional relationships.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Director HR – Asia and Middle-East
Capillary Technologies
04.2024 - Current
- Directed HR function across Asia and Middle East, managing comprehensive HR strategy and governance.
- Spearheaded global Talent Acquisition, aligning hiring practices with business objectives for diverse talent.
- Served as strategic HR Business Partner to senior leadership, facilitating workforce planning and talent management.
- Executed compliant HR Operations globally, prioritizing process excellence and enhancing employee experience.
- Oversaw Payroll and Benefits administration across multiple countries, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Led regional HR Compliance initiatives, upholding local labor laws and managing statutory audits.
- Championed employee engagement programs and cultural initiatives, fostering collaboration across regions.
- Contributed significantly to HR transformation projects, implementing technology solutions and revising policies.
DIRECTOR HRBP
Razorpay
03.2019 - 04.2023
- Led HR practices to develop, engage, and retain over 1,180 employees across technology, product, and corporate sectors.
- Orchestrated employee engagement strategies that significantly boosted satisfaction and retention rates.
- Established data-driven insights through regular surveys and feedback mechanisms for continuous improvement.
- Spearheaded HR strategies during mergers and acquisitions to ensure seamless integration of personnel and culture.
- Designed talent development programs, including mentorship and succession planning, leading to increased internal promotions.
- Enhanced performance appraisal processes with self-assessments and peer reviews for comprehensive evaluations.
- Implemented innovative talent retention programs, preserving critical knowledge during mergers.
- Championed diversity and inclusion efforts, establishing resource groups to foster an equitable workplace.
SENIOR ASSOCIATE, PEOPLE SUCCESS
Symphony Talent
06.2017 - 02.2019
- Collaborated with HR teams from US, UK, and India to manage employee lifecycle processes.
- Handled HR procedures for acquisition of 140 employees, including offer creation and onboarding.
- Drafted and implemented comprehensive HR policies, SOPs, and compliance documents.
- Introduced recognition and rewards programs that enhanced employee motivation under budget constraints.
- Created and migrated error-free employee database to HRMS tool, ensuring data integrity.
- Led CSR initiatives for ST India over two consecutive years, promoting community engagement.
ASSOCIATE MANAGER, HRM
SLK Software Services
06.2016 - 06.2017
- Developed HR policies and handbooks for U.S. and European operations, ensuring compliance across multiple countries.
- Managed corporate onboarding induction for new hires, delivering sessions weekly to enhance integration.
- Facilitated employee engagement and retention programs, addressing career pathing needs through focus group discussions.
- Coordinated payroll processing with bankers and payroll team, ensuring timely and accurate payments for new hires.
- Collaborated with U.S. HR partners to assist employees with W8-Ben and W9 forms for compliance.
- Oversaw background verification processes with third-party vendors, resolving discrepancies in documentation.
- Ensured timely capture of employee beneficiary details related to PF, gratuity, insurance, and ESI.
- Streamlined employee engagement initiatives to foster a supportive workplace culture.
SR. HR EXECUTIVE
Target
06.2013 - 06.2015
- Collaborated with teams and leaders in Minneapolis to manage employee relations incidents and investigations.
- Oversaw HRBP processes for Target Technology teams in India and Minneapolis.
- Conducted talent meetings with managers to align career aspirations and address performance issues.
- Prepared and presented dashboards on attrition, employee engagement, team pulse, and BTS results.
- Served as single point of contact for HR India regarding expatriate TMs on international assignments.
ONBOARDING TEAM MEMBER
JP Morgan
10.2009 - 05.2013
- Facilitated weekly Corporate Induction sessions for new hires.
- Coordinated with bankers and payroll team to ensure smooth payroll processing for all new employees.
- Managed background verification process with third-party vendors, addressing document discrepancies promptly.
- Engaged continuously with candidates from offer release to joining date.
- Captured beneficiary details of employees in a timely manner for PF, Gratuity, Insurances, and ESI.
ASSOCIATE HRBP
Infosys Technologies
06.2008 - 03.2009
- Facilitated employee induction and onboarding formalities for trainees and lateral hires.
- Conducted training sessions on effective communication and encouraging open dialogue among engineers.
- Coordinated employee engagement activities, including Skip Level Meets and Coffee with HR sessions.
- Managed quarterly reward and recognition programs for three departments at unit level.
- Participated actively in unit-level Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives.
Education
Bachelors of Business Management -
St. Joesph's College of Commerce
04.2008
Skills
- HR strategy development
- Talent management and performance
- Succession planning and workforce
- Talent acquisition and retention
- Employee relations and engagement
- HR policies and procedures
- Culture development initiatives
- Leadership and collaboration skills
- Change management strategies
- M&A project execution
- Performance management systems
- Employee engagement techniques
- Regulatory compliance expertise
- Diversity and inclusion initiatives
Languages
English
First Language
Timeline
Director HR – Asia and Middle-East
Capillary Technologies
04.2024 - Current
DIRECTOR HRBP
Razorpay
03.2019 - 04.2023
SENIOR ASSOCIATE, PEOPLE SUCCESS
Symphony Talent
06.2017 - 02.2019
ASSOCIATE MANAGER, HRM
SLK Software Services
06.2016 - 06.2017
SR. HR EXECUTIVE
Target
06.2013 - 06.2015
ONBOARDING TEAM MEMBER
JP Morgan
10.2009 - 05.2013
ASSOCIATE HRBP
Infosys Technologies
06.2008 - 03.2009
Bachelors of Business Management -
St. Joesph's College of Commerce
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