Chandni Awasthi
HR- Manager - People & Culture
Summary
Results-driven Sr. HR Business Partner with over 11 +years of experience in developing and implementing HR strategies to drive organizational success. Proven track record of building strong relationships with senior leadership, fostering a positive company culture, and driving initiatives to enhance employee engagement and retention. Skilled in talent management, performance management, and HR compliance.
Overview
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12
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years of professional experience
Work History
HR Manager - People & Culture
Click2Commission
05.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented recruitment strategies to attract top talent.
- Streamlined onboarding processes, enhancing employee experience and retention rates.
- Led performance management initiatives, fostering a culture of continuous feedback.
- Collaborated with leadership to design training programs aligned with organizational goals.
- Managed employee relations issues, ensuring compliance with labor laws and company policies.
- Conducted workforce planning, optimizing staff allocation for operational efficiency.
- Analyzed HR metrics to drive decision-making and improve overall departmental performance.
- Mentored junior HR staff, promoting professional development and knowledge sharing.
- Managed employee relations issues professionally, resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Maintained accurate HR records in compliance with applicable laws, ensuring efficient data retrieval when required..
- Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations, minimizing financial discrepancies through detailed program management.
- Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency, reducing paperwork and manual tasks through automation.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to align HR initiatives with overall business goals and objectives.
- Managed complex benefits administration, ensuring accurate enrollment and timely processing of claims.
- Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires bolstering position knowledge and skillset.
- Motivated employees through special events, incentive programs, and constructive feedback.
- Developed comprehensive onboarding programs to facilitate smooth integration of new employees into the organization.
- Optimized payroll processing procedures for accuracy and timeliness using advanced software solutions.
- Provided expert guidance on labor laws and regulations, mitigating legal risks for the organization.
- Processed employee claims involving performance issues and harassment.
- Reduced time-to-hire metrics by optimizing recruiting processes, utilizing technology, and streamlining candidate screening methods.
- Facilitated open communication channels between employees and management by conducting regular town hall meetings or roundtable discussions.
- Enhanced employee retention by implementing effective talent management strategies and fostering a positive work environment.
- Motivated employees through special events and incentive programs.
Sr.HR Business Partner
iCubesWire
08.2023 - 03.2024
- Developing and implementing HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business objectives.
- Providing guidance and coaching to managers and employees on performance management, employee relations, and HR policies and procedures.
- Leading and managing the recruitment and selection process, including workforce planning, sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding.
- Developing and implementing employee engagement strategies to enhance employee morale and retention.
- Conducting regular meetings with business leaders to identify HR needs and address any issues or concerns.
- Analyzing HR metrics and trends to recommend improvements and drive organizational effectiveness.
- Managing and resolving complex employee relations issues, including investigations and disciplinary actions.
- Collaborating with other HR functions, such as compensation and benefits, learning and development, and talent acquisition, to implement HR programs and initiatives.
- Staying current on HR trends and best practices to drive continuous improvement and innovation in HR processes and practices.
Senior Manager HR
Vihit Digital
12.2022 - 08.2023
- Overseeing all aspects of the human resources function within the organization.
- Providing guidance and support to managers and employees on HR-related matters.
- Planning and overseeing employee benefits, including healthcare, retirement plans, and employee perks.
- Leading diversity and inclusion initiatives within the organization.
- Managing HR budget and resources effectively.
- Collaborating with senior management to align HR strategies with overall business goals.
Manager - HR
CupShup
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Responsible for handling entire HR gamut of activities for the corporate staff across India.
- Responsible to drive the talent acquisition process across the organization of filling the requisition form, take appropriate approvals, drafting Job Descriptions in consultation with Department Heads and Management.
- Assigning deliverable to team members to ensure timely target achievement.
- Run Induction for all new joiners and ensure they are given a one to one senior management introduction.
- Deliver knowledge sharing & awareness sessions to educate Executives and staff on HR policies & Procedures.
- Planning and Organizing Employee Engagement activities to foster a positive and collaborative environment in the Organization.
- Responsible for driving rewards and recognition program to appreciate employees’ hard work and value their contribution to organization’s growth.
- Responsible for timely, smooth & error free Payroll & Statutory compliance processing.
- Administration and effective implementation of Performance Management system across the Organization like monthly review, quarterly reviews, Promotions, increments etc.
- Linking it with proper Rewards and Compensation benefits.
HR Head
iCubesWire
09.2014 - 09.2019
- Collaboration with seniors and management in manpower planning process.
- Resourcing right talents through head-hunting, referrals, job portals and social media networking etc.
- Discussing the feedback on applications received with management & Interviewing shortlisted candidates, scheduling their next round of interview.
- Manage the offer process including salary recommendations & negotiations, compensation structuring, offer letter generation and offer acceptance/declines.
- Responsible to make candidates join in appropriate manner and ensure all arrangements are in place from Day1.
- Run Induction for all new joiners and ensure they are given a one to one senior management introduction.
- Draft and release all the HR policies and Department SOPs to provide clarity and streamline operations.
- Deliver knowledge sharing & awareness sessions to educate Executives and staff on HR policies & Procedures.
- Ongoing review of the HR policies and procedures and implement revisions, new initiatives etc.
- Responsible for driving performance management processes for the organization like mid-term reviews, annual increment cycle, promotions, confirmations etc.
- Responsible for timely completion of performance reviews for all employees.
- Promote adequate and thorough compensation and payroll supervision and management for all employees in the organization.
- Administer all payroll changes for both current employees and new hires in the system and ensure that all data is entered accurately and timely for the payroll cycle.
- Responsible for Attendance Management, Leave Management, time office management, punching card, ID card, punching machine.
- Preparing Payroll inputs for all the employees.
- Coordination with Accounts dept. for salary process.
- Organize various employee connect forums like voice meeting, Group Discussion and Open house sessions.
- Handling various disciplinary, absconding concerns and brings them to closures appropriately.
- Taking Care of grievance management of all employees.
- Act as a lead for planning employee engagement activities across the Organization.
- Identifying, on boarding & engaging Employee Benefits provider as per the business needs like Early Salary & Zeta, Lease Plan.
- Resolve employee query on various employee benefits & other policies.
- Explore and Propose relevant employee benefits options.
Education
MBA - HR & Marketing
SMU
Skills
HR policies and procedures
Employee relations
Compliance
Onboarding and orientation
Performance appraisal
Employee retention
Workforce planning
Recruitment and selection
Payroll coordination
Policy enforcement
Exit interviews
Timeline
HR Manager - People & Culture
Click2Commission
05.2024 - Current
Sr.HR Business Partner
iCubesWire
08.2023 - 03.2024
Senior Manager HR
Vihit Digital
12.2022 - 08.2023
Manager - HR
CupShup
08.2021 - 03.2022
HR Head
iCubesWire
09.2014 - 09.2019
MBA - HR & Marketing
SMU
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)