Dheeraj Sharma
New Delhi
Summary
Seeking Senior opportunities as Senior HR Professional or Talent Acquisition Lead to drive growth, compliance, and people excellence.
I am a HR leader with 13+ years of progressive experience across real estate, construction, and large-scale organizations, specializing in talent acquisition, HR operations, compliance, compensation, PMS, and employee engagement. Most recently served as Assistant General Manager - Human Resources at Colliers International, leading end-to-end HR operations for North India across multi-location teams. Proven expertise in workforce planning, large-scale hiring, HR analytics, policy governance, and building high-performance HR teams aligned with business objectives. Demonstrated success in driving organizational growth through people strategies, managing recruiter teams, optimizing HR budgets, and ensuring 100% statutory compliance. Recognized for strategic HR leadership and people-centric practices, contributing to two prestigious HR awards from Silicon India and APAC Insider. Known for strong stakeholder management, data-driven decision-making, and creating high-trust, performance-oriented workplace cultures.
Overview
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Certification
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years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Head HR
B L Kashyap & Sons LTD
04.2026 - Current
- Led strategic HR initiatives to support organisational growth, improving workforce capabilities and engagement.
- Developed HR strategies and initiatives, aligning with overall business strategy.
- Collaborated with senior management to align HR strategies with overall business objectives.
- Coordinated with department heads to align HR strategies with organisational goals and objectives.
- Directed recruitment processes, introducing robust candidate screening methods to enhance team quality and fit.
- Led recruitment processes, including job postings, interviews, and candidate selection, to secure top talent.
- Streamlined hiring processes, reducing time-to-hire and improving candidate experience.
- Managed employee relations, effectively resolving conflicts and fostering a positive work environment.
- Facilitated change management processes, minimising resistance and enhancing organisational adaptability.
- Developed and executed performance management systems, aligning employee objectives with business goals.
- Designed and monitored key HR metrics, using insights to drive continuous improvement.
- Reviewed and updated HR policies and procedures, keeping them relevant and effective.
- Conducted regular HR audits to ensure compliance with employment laws and best practices.
- Worked with legal team on policy issues, compliance concerns, grievances and employee complaints.
- Directed operational and administrative procedures to keep organisation in compliance with rules, regulations and internal policies.
- Aligned and directed human resources management team to match organisational objectives.
- Set up compensation and benefits structures according to market conditions and budget demands.
- Implemented comprehensive training programmes, significantly increasing staff productivity and job satisfaction levels.
- Oversaw payroll operations, guaranteeing timely and accurate salary processing for all employees.
- Negotiated employee wages based on employment level, qualifications and history.
- Supported senior leadership by capturing big picture data for project status updates, benefits analysis and corrective action planning.
- Streamlined hiring processes, reducing time-to-hire and improving candidate experience.
Assistant General Manager - Human Resources
Colliers International
05.2025 - 09.2025
- Designed and executed strategic HR initiatives aligned with organizational growth objectives, working closely with senior leadership and reporting directly to top management.
- Drove large-scale workforce planning and hiring strategy, achieving 100+ annual hires while managing recruiter teams (5 direct, earlier 14) and ensuring timely fulfillment of business manpower plans.
- Led end-to-end HR operations for North India, overseeing Talent Acquisition, Compensation & Benefits, HR Operations, Compliance, PMS, and Employee Engagement across multi-location teams.
- Spearheaded compensation structuring and benefits administration, ensuring market competitiveness and internal equity while maintaining strict statutory compliance.
- Owned performance management systems (PMS) including goal setting, mid-year and annual reviews, calibration, and performance improvement plans to enhance productivity and accountability.
- Led employee relations and engagement frameworks, bridging leadership and employees, resolving grievances and disciplinary matters, and fostering a high-trust workplace culture.
- Ensured 100% compliance with labor laws and statutory requirements, conducting regular HR audits, maintaining accurate records, and mitigating legal and regulatory risks.
- Managed HR budgeting and analytics, tracking HR metrics, optimizing costs, and enabling data-driven decision-making for workforce effectiveness and leadership reviews.
- Built and mentored high-performing HR teams, providing leadership, training, and guidance to HR professionals while strengthening operational efficiency and delivery standards.
- Secured external recognition for HR excellence, enabling organisation to achieve two prestigious HR awards (Silicon India / APAC Insider) through effective people practices and strategic HR leadership.
Sr. Manager - Head HR
KK Construction and Builder
11.2023 - 04.2025
- Designed and executed strategic recruitment plans, managing end-to-end hiring from demand planning to onboarding, including senior-level and critical role closures.
- Led talent acquisition and corporate HR operations for a 4,000+ employee workforce (direct & indirect), aligning large-scale hiring strategies with business and project requirements across multiple locations.
- Managed and mentored talent acquisition teams and vendors, controlling recruitment budgets and ensuring high-quality, timely hiring outcomes.
- Strengthened employer branding and talent pipelines by implementing innovative sourcing strategies and DEI initiatives, and establishing partnerships with agencies and institutions to attract diverse, high-quality talent.
- Leveraged ATS, HR analytics, and recruitment metrics to track performance, identify hiring trends, and drive continuous process improvements and data-driven decisions.
- Partnered with business leaders and HR stakeholders to advise on workforce planning, compliance, onboarding, payroll coordination, performance reviews, and employee lifecycle management.
Deputy Manager - Talent Acquisition & Corporate HR
Varindera Construction Limited
Gurgaon
08.2022 - 11.2023
- Managed full-cycle recruitment activities, partnering with hiring managers to define job requirements, sourcing candidates through multiple channels, coordinating interviews, and ensuring policy and compliance adherence.
- Supported end-to-end HR operations for a 10,000+ employee workforce (direct & indirect), covering recruitment coordination, onboarding, employee relations, training, and HR administration across large project sites.
- Managed employee relations and engagement initiatives, addressing grievances, conducting exit interviews, and implementing workplace morale programs to foster a positive and compliant work environment.
- Designed and delivered training and induction programs, enabling smooth onboarding, policy awareness, skill development, and improved workforce productivity.
- Ensured accuracy of HR records and payroll inputs, reviewing attendance and timekeeping, while preparing HR metrics reports to inform management decision-making.
- Contributed to strategic HR initiatives, developing job description frameworks, performance appraisal systems, and supporting safety compliance and collective bargaining to align HR practices with organisational goals.
Assistant Manager-HR
Adani Group (RMRW Division)
Ahmedabad
11.2018 - 08.2022
- Supported end-to-end recruitment and onboarding for a 450+ employee workforce, screening resumes, coordinating interviews, managing ATS, and ensuring smooth joining and induction processes.
- Conducted resume screening and interviews, evaluating candidate fit, preparing interview assessments, and supporting hiring managers in selection decisions.
- Managed employee relations and grievance handling, resolving workplace issues in a timely manner and supporting a positive, compliant, and productive work environment.
- Administered payroll and employee benefits, coordinating with finance and vendors for accurate salary processing and compliance with statutory requirements.
- Maintained accurate HR records, including employee data, attendance, leave, and documentation, ensuring data integrity and readiness for audits.
- Assisted in implementing HR policies and initiatives, supporting process improvements and enhancing internal communications and employee engagement programmes.
Sr. Executive - HR
Round Pay India Private Limited
Noida
06.2013 - 11.2018
Education
Certification of Chief Human Resource Management - CHRM
IIM
Lucknow01-2018
MBA - HR & Project Management
Institute of Management & Engineering
Delhi, IndiaBBA -
Jiwaji University
GwaliorSkills
- Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning
- Compensation Structuring & Benefits Administration
- Performance Management Systems (PMS)
- HR Operations & Process Governance
- Labour Law Compliance & Statutory Audits
- Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution
- HR Policy Design & Implementation
- HR Analytics & Management Reporting
- Strategic Human Resource Leadership
- Stakeholder & Senior Leadership Management
- Team Leadership & Capability Building
- Organisational Development & Change Management
- Employee Engagement & Culture Building
- Cross-Functional Collaboration & Business Partnering
Certification
Certified Human Resource Manager (CHRM), IIM Lucknow, 2017-08-01, 2018-09-30
Accomplishments
Contributed to winning two prestigious HR awards from Silicon India and APAC Insider for excellence in strategic HR leadership, talent management, and people-centric practices.
Achieved Best HR Professional of the Year Award 2026 by Distinction Awards (HR Association India)
Hobbies and interests
- Playing Cricket
- Travelling
Timeline
Regional Head HR
B L Kashyap & Sons LTD
04.2026 - Current
Assistant General Manager - Human Resources
Colliers International
05.2025 - 09.2025
Sr. Manager - Head HR
KK Construction and Builder
11.2023 - 04.2025
Deputy Manager - Talent Acquisition & Corporate HR
Varindera Construction Limited
08.2022 - 11.2023
Assistant Manager-HR
Adani Group (RMRW Division)
11.2018 - 08.2022
Sr. Executive - HR
Round Pay India Private Limited
06.2013 - 11.2018
Certification of Chief Human Resource Management - CHRM
IIM
MBA - HR & Project Management
Institute of Management & Engineering
BBA -
Jiwaji University