Keka
Dr. ANIKA CHANDRA
New Delhi
Summary
Strategic and results-driven HR Business Partner with 12+ years of experience in building and leading human resources functions. Adept at aligning HR strategy with business goals, fostering leadership development, enhancing talent acquisition, and driving employee engagement. Proven ability to develop HR policies, implement HR technology, and ensure full compliance with labor laws. Strong background in organizational development, performance management, and succession planning. Passionate about creating a high-performance culture and employee-centric workplace.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Human Resources Manager
India Global Forum
12.2023 - Current
- Established the HR department from the ground up, defining policies, processes, and compliance frameworks.
- Led the hiring of senior leadership, including C-suite executives and marketing professionals, to drive business growth.
- Spearheaded talent development, career planning, and succession planning to foster internal growth and leadership readiness.
- Designed and launched a robust performance management system incorporating SMART KRA setting.
- Successfully implemented HROne HRMS, automating payroll, attendance, and benefits administration.
- Formulated and enforced PoSh policy, setting up an internal committee and conducting mandatory training sessions.
- Designed and launched a structured onboarding & induction program, ensuring seamless employee integration.
- Managed annual HR budgets, optimizing cost-effective HR operations and strategic workforce planning.
- Organized leadership training programs to enhance managerial effectiveness and employee engagement.
- Designed and executed employee engagement initiatives, including team offsite and cultural events.
- Ensured 100% legal and statutory compliance, mitigating organizational risks and fostering ethical practices.
Senior Manager - HR
Editorji Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
5 2019 - 12.2023
- Led the HR function as a strategic business partner, aligning HR initiatives with organizational goals to drive workforce productivity and engagement.
- Spearheaded end-to-end talent acquisition strategies, successfully hiring for leadership roles and critical business functions.
- Designed and implemented a performance management framework covering 150+ employees, ensuring a structured approach to goal setting, feedback, and career development.
- Introduced HRMS solutions (Keka & ADP) to automate attendance, payroll, and benefits administration, improving HR efficiency and data accuracy.
- Developed and enforced key HR policies, including PoSh, Equal Opportunity, and Employee Leave Policy, ensuring compliance and fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
- Led high-impact employee engagement initiatives such as quarterly town halls, leadership connect sessions, and team-building programs, enhancing organizational culture.
- Conducted structured exit interviews, analyzing trends and providing actionable workforce insights to leadership to improve retention and succession planning.
Manager - HR
Smart Group
04.2016 - 04.2019
- Established and managed the entire HR division for Smart Metabolic Anti-Aging Centre, a startup venture, setting up policies, processes, and HR best practices from the ground up.
- Developed and executed talent acquisition strategies, hiring a multidisciplinary team of 30+ employees, including doctors, nutritionists, nurses, center managers, and support staff within the first year.
- Led the implementation of payroll, compensation structuring, attendance management, and employee benefits programs, ensuring smooth HR operations.
- Created and rolled out HR policies, including PoSh, Employee Leave, and Workplace Ethics, ensuring 100% regulatory compliance and a safe workplace environment.
- Designed and delivered leadership training sessions, focusing on team building, effective communication, and performance enhancement.
- Developed and executed structured onboarding and induction programs, improving new hire experience and reducing attrition.
- Established a performance management framework, introducing KPIs and structured feedback mechanisms to drive employee growth and productivity.
- Launched employee engagement activities, including wellness programs, team-building exercises, and internal recognition programs to foster a positive workplace culture.
Trainee (Generalist)
Spice Digital Ltd
07.2015 - 12.2015
- Assisted in recruitment, interview scheduling, and onboarding processes.
- Managed pre-joining formalities, documentation, and background verification.
- Coordinated new hire orientation sessions and policy briefings.
Lecturer
Mewar Institute of Management
09.2013 - 07.2015
- Delivered lectures in HR & Management, designed course content, and facilitated interactive learning sessions.
- Organized student engagement activities, including cultural and professional development events.
Education
Ph.D. - Management
09.2014 - 12.2020
MBA - Human Resource And Marketing
08.2011 - 05.2013
Post Graduation Diploma Management (PGDM) - Marketing And Communications
08.2010 - 05.2011
B.Com (Hons.) - Human Resource And Marketing
07.2007 - 06.2010
Skills
HR Strategy & Leadership Development
Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning
Employee Relations & Engagement
HR Policy Formulation & Compliance
Performance Management & KRA Setting
Compensation & Benefits Structuring
HRMS Implementation & Process Automation
Learning & Development
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)
Budgeting & HR Analytics
Software
HROne
Office 365
Timeline
Senior Human Resources Manager - India Global Forum
12.2023 - Current
Manager - HR - Smart Group
04.2016 - 04.2019
Trainee (Generalist) - Spice Digital Ltd
07.2015 - 12.2015
Mewar University - Ph.D., Management
09.2014 - 12.2020
Lecturer - Mewar Institute of Management
09.2013 - 07.2015
Institute of Marketing And Management - MBA, Human Resource And Marketing
08.2011 - 05.2013
Sardar Patel College of Communication & Management Bhartiya Vidya Bhavan - Post Graduation Diploma Management (PGDM), Marketing And Communications
08.2010 - 05.2011
Kamala Nehru College, Delhi University - B.Com (Hons.), Human Resource And Marketing
07.2007 - 06.2010
Senior Manager - HR - Editorji Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
5 2019 - 12.2023