Chetna Nirmal Pandey

FT Contractual (North America,Australia )

• CV formatting, Screening resumes of Lawyers from Australia, UK & US
• Performing Secondments of Lawyers as per request received from the Talent Management Team
• Placing JCR in elevated HR tool as per request (offboarding, contract extension, role change, manager change)
• Managing Placement requests such as performing Onboarding of new joiners for US and UK operations
• Raising background checks in hire rights, sterling capital, and first advantage portal.
• Sending out offer letters to Attorney, Document reviewers, Managers, W2 hires
• Preparing Addendum to offer letter for extension cases
• Preparing SOW for customers (Canva, JP Morgan, Baker McKenzie, etc.) as per project demands
• Drafting and updating SOP and process-related documents.
• Uploading Talent records (Attorney, General Counsel, Legal Counsel, Document Reviewers) on the Bullhorn Portal.
• Submitting Change requests (Termination & extension) on the Bullhorn portal.
• Conducting Induction Sessions and sending out login credentials to New Joiners.

FT - Project Based (Client - Covington & Baker MCkengie,North America region)

Assist in the annual performance appraisal cycle.

• Follow up on the self-assessment and timelines
• Participate in the appraisal team meetings and provide valuable insights.
• Manage and administer PIPs and Communicate all policies and processes relating to the PMS.
• Preparation and communication of mail to communicate increments, bonuses, and promotions.
• Maintain and update employee master data
• Attrition analysis/ exit details/ leave management in the WD tool.
• Conduct HR exit interviews and ensure closure to all exit activities on an employee's LWD.
• Completed E-SAT survey and HR Sync (30,60 and 90 Days) to gauge the efficiency of HR within the Firm.

Inhouse HR (North America, Germany)

• Developed and implemented onboarding and orientation programs for new employees.
• Advocated for staff members, helping to identify and resolve conflicts.
• Streamlined exit interview processes, gathering insights to improve employee satisfaction and retention strategies.
• Participated in internal forums such as 1- on- 1 s, focus group discussions, and E-SAT surveys to proactively gauge the people's pulse and share feedback with the leadership team for appropriate intervention.
• Conducted an Interview Excellence program for the Recruitment team and circulated mock interview documents.
• Prepare Exit paperwork and Full Final settlement documents for the North American region.
• Received final approval from finance and leadership for the HR budget and resource allocation program.

Inhouse HR (North America)

• Worked closely with employees to improve work relationships, employee gatherings and meetings, and productivity.
• Created training materials to identify training needs for individuals and managers.
• Implemented HR programs that aligned with business objectives, ensuring consistency across the organization.
• Developed and driven initiatives that enhance employee satisfaction, such as feedback sessions, employee surveys, and action plans.
• Arranged support training, workshops, and talent development programs to promote employee growth and career development.
• Facilitated smooth onboarding for new hires, ensuring seamless integration into the team.
• Communicated with employees about HR policies and ensured compliance across all teams, guiding HR processes.
• Addressed employee concerns, conflicts, and queries, guiding them through appropriate solutions or resources.
• Contributed to HR projects and special initiatives, working alongside senior HR leaders to drive continuous improvement in HR practices.
• Guided business leaders and managers to discuss tactics to enhance employee productivity and retention, employee engagement, and relationships.
• Provided HR expertise in feedback, employee relations, development and coaching, compensation, and organizational development.
• Participated in the continual development of HR programs, such as recruiting, retention, compensation, benefits, and Learning & Development.
• Developed people strategies and design approaches for diagnosing and enhancing organizational effectiveness and employee satisfaction.
• Analyzed and interpreted various types of employee reports (e.g., compensation, job levels, and attrition) to guide decision-making and provide proactive solutions to the team.
• Partnered with the Learning & Development team to work on value-added programs in training, development, career mobility, and job performance.
• Educated team members on compensation practices, performance feedback, and career transitions.