Daisymol Manjaly
Program Manager
Pune,MH
Summary
People-first professional with 8+ years of experience in HR Operations, Global Payroll, Compensation & Benefits, and Talent Strategy across global organisations including Puma Energy, EY GDS, and Deloitte USI. Currently serving as Program Manager for the Kalpana – She for STEM Accelerator at VigyanShaala International, managing a cohort of 200+ STEM fellows and coordinating 50+ global mentors to drive meaningful career outcomes for undergraduate women in STEM. Co-founder of QurioKid, a student mentoring initiative focused on Science and Math for Grades 7–12. Grounded in Physics (St. Stephen's College & Loyola College) with a Post Graduate Diploma in HR — bringing analytical rigour, structured thinking, and genuine empathy to every role.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
Work History
Program Manager
VigyanShaala International
11.2025 - Current
- Managing end-to-end operations of the Kalpana – She for STEM Accelerator — a 12–14 week intensive online program for undergraduate women in STEM across urban and rural India.
- Supporting 200+ fellows in the current cohort through structured program delivery and ongoing engagement
- Coordinating 50+ global mentors to ensure personalized, high-quality career coaching and guidance for fellows
- Tracking program progress and outcomes to ensure a meaningful and impactful learning experience for every fellow
Senior Analyst- HR and Payroll
PUMA Energy
02.2023 - 10.2024
- Key Responsibilities:
- Acted as HR advisor to business leaders, resolving employee relations issues and supporting the hire-to-retire lifecycle for 600+ employees across 4+ countries.
- Partnered with cross-functional teams (Recruitment, Payroll, Finance, HRIS) to deliver seamless people operations, performance processes, and data-led people decisions.
- Delivered end-to-end payroll, compensation, and benefits operations ensuring 100% accuracy and statutory compliance.
- Conducted data analysis for workforce planning, cost modeling, and compensation benchmarking to support strategic HR decisions.
- Spearheaded employee engagement and onboarding initiatives, enhancing new hire experience and retention.
- Key Achievements:
- Led the HR-Payroll Integration Project for PUMA South Africa, gathering insights from regional sites, vendors, and stakeholders to drive process optimization and compliance alignment, contributing to its successful implementation during a 30-day on-site assignment at PUMA Johannesburg.
- Integrating the HR operations of newly acquired aviation depot sites into the central HR system—facilitating a smooth transition with zero disruption to ongoing operations.
- Redesigned and optimized compensation & benefits for 10 Global Mobility employees in South Africa, enhancing expatriate packages, allowances, and pay structures to ensure cost efficiency, compliance, and market competitiveness.
- Directed the Payroll Audit for South Africa and Lesotho, identifying and resolving discrepancies, ensuring 100% compliance with statutory regulations, and improving audit readiness.
Senior Analyst (Client Account Management, Private Equity)
Deloitte USI
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Key Responsibilities:
- Managed projects for Private Equity clients with a focus on performance metrics, engagement strategy, and stakeholder alignment.
- Developed and executed customized client servicing models, achieving a 25% growth in client participation.
- Coordinated with senior leaders from both Deloitte and client organizations through regular calls to address ongoing issues, resolve concerns, and ensure alignment with service expectations.
- Presented project tracking updates and decision-making data through visually compelling PowerPoint presentations to support leadership reviews and strategic planning.
Tax Senior – Global Mobility (People Advisory Services)
EY GDS
12.2016 - 05.2022
- Key Responsibilities:
- Delivered global mobility tax compliance and advisory to 50+ multinational clients, managing tax equalization, payroll reconciliation, and cross-border assignment planning.
- Acted as the first point of contact for all Global Mobility assignee-related queries, maintaining strong working relationships with both assignees and client leadership teams.
- Led a team of 5+, providing mentoring, stakeholder coordination, and reporting for international assignees.
- Developed the 'Tax Briefing App' to improve expat communication, reducing query response time by 30%.
- Ensured exceptional client service and satisfaction in the service delivery offerings.
- Key Achievements:
- Maintained 100% on-time compliance for expatriate tax filings and audits.
- Improved data integrity and global tax reporting efficiency by 25%.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma - Human Resource Management
Symbiosis Centre For Distance Learning
06-2026
Master of Science - Physics
Loyola College, Chennai, University of Madras
Chennai, India 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) (Hons.) - Physics
St. Stephen's College, Delhi, University of Delhi
05-2014
Skills
Decision-Making & Problem-Solving
Negotiation & Conflict Resolution
Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Adaptability & Change Management
Leadership & Team Management
Emotional Intelligence (EQ)
Employee Relations & Engagement
Project Management & Execution
PERSONAL DETAILS
- Date of Birth: 11th June 1993
- Language Known: English, Hindi, Malayalam and Tamil
- Address: 804 C3 Avalon City, Dapodi, Pune, Maharashtra 411012
Timeline
Program Manager
VigyanShaala International
11.2025 - Current
Senior Analyst- HR and Payroll
PUMA Energy
02.2023 - 10.2024
Senior Analyst (Client Account Management, Private Equity)
Deloitte USI
06.2022 - 01.2023
Tax Senior – Global Mobility (People Advisory Services)
EY GDS
12.2016 - 05.2022
Master of Science - Physics
Loyola College, Chennai, University of Madras
04.2001 -
Post Graduate Diploma - Human Resource Management
Symbiosis Centre For Distance Learning
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) (Hons.) - Physics
St. Stephen's College, Delhi, University of Delhi