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Ekta Prajapati

Ahmedabad

Summary

Highly accomplished HR Leader with 11+ years of experience in IT companies, specializing in driving strategic HR initiatives, optimizing workforce performance, and fostering a positive work culture. Proven expertise in end-to-end HR management, including talent acquisition, performance management, Training and Development, compensation & benefits, and compliance. Adept at leveraging HRIS platforms (Workday HCM) and data analytics to enhance decision-making, streamline processes, and align HR strategies with business goals. Recognized for building high-performing teams, resolving complex employee relations issues, and implementing scalable HR solutions in fast-paced IT environments.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

General Manager HR

atQor Technologies Pvt Ltd
Ahmedabad
06.2023 - Current
  • Lead end-to-end talent acquisition strategy, resulting in a 15-20% reduction in time-to-fill for critical roles.
  • Developed and implemented a talent management framework, including performance appraisal systems and career pathing, which improved employee retention by 5 to 10%.
  • Directed all aspects of the employee lifecycle from hire to retire for a team of around 250 professionals, driving key initiatives in talent acquisition, development, 30 to 60 days ideal on boarding program and retention.
  • Implemented payroll process improvements that reduced processing time by 40% and mitigated compliance risks.
  • Oversaw the reconciliation of payroll data and resolved discrepancies, maintaining data integrity and accuracy.
  • Successfully led the implementation of the HROne system, resulting in streamlined HR processes and improved data visibility for stakeholders.
  • Leveraged extensive hands-on experience with Workday HCM to manage and optimize HR data for a key client, supporting in reporting and analytics.
  • Conducted training needs analysis and partnered with department heads to develop a skills-based curriculum, leading to a 10% increase in employee engagement scores.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and address process loopholes, implementing new applications that improved efficiency and reduced manual effort.
  • Partnered with IT and other departments to customize and optimize tools like Jira, DevOps, and Microsoft 365 to streamline project workflows, manage progress, and enhance internal and external communication.
  • Managed the full policy lifecycle, from drafting and gaining stakeholder approval to communication and implementation, ensuring all policies were current and effective.
  • Coordinated with the Accounts and senior leadership teams to design and implement a competitive compensation and benefits structure, which improved employee satisfaction saving more on tax and market competitiveness.

HR Manager

Webline India
Ahmedabad
09.2022 - 05.2023
  • Led talent acquisition and the full employee lifecycle (hire to retirement) for a workforce of up to 300 employees.
  • Managed vendor relationships and outsourced programs, negotiating contracts and SLAs to optimize service quality and reduce costs.
  • Developed and executed an HR strategy focused on employee engagement, culture, and retention.
  • Drove process improvements in recruitment and vendor management by leveraging data to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Partnered with leadership to analyze staffing needs, build a talent pipeline, and design programs to align new hires with company values.

HR Manager

Space Stem Pvt Ltd
Ahmedabad
08.2020 - 08.2022
  • Coordinated with the management to build HR strategies with business goals, ensuring compliance with local and international labor laws.
  • Managed the full employee lifecycle, from onboarding to offboarding, for a workforce.
  • Drafted, implemented, and updated comprehensive HR policies and procedures to ensure consistency, fairness, and legal compliance.
  • Oversaw the entire payroll process, ensuring accuracy, timely disbursement, and compliance with all statutory regulations.
  • Developed and managed a robust performance appraisal and goal-setting system that aligned with client deliverables.
  • Led end-to-end recruitment for all technical and non-technical roles, from strategic sourcing to offer negotiation, to meet the specific talent needs of our London-based client.
  • Conducted training needs analyses and designed programs to enhance technical and soft skills, ensuring the team met high-performance standards.
  • Served as the primary point of contact for all employee relations matters, effectively navigating cultural differences between the local team and the UK client.
  • Designed and executed a comprehensive onboarding program that ensured a smooth integration for new hires into both the local and client-side operational environments.
  • Managed the offboarding process, including conducting exit interviews to gather valuable feedback and ensure a seamless departure.

HR Manager

Moon Technolabs
Ahmedabad
02.2019 - 07.2020
  • Managed end-to-end recruitment, from strategic sourcing to offer negotiation and onboarding, for all technical and non-technical roles.
  • Led and mentored a team of HR members, overseeing core functions like payroll, attendance, leave management, and employee records.
  • Ensured full compliance with all labor laws and statutory requirements (e.g., PF, ESIC, PT) and optimized HR systems for greater efficiency.
  • Drove culture-building initiatives, including R&R programs, surveys, and team-building activities to foster a positive and productive work environment.
  • Facilitated performance appraisals, feedback sessions, and KPI tracking to support employee career growth and address skill gaps.
  • Maintained HR analytics dashboards to provide data-driven insights on key metrics like attrition, hiring, and productivity.
  • Enhanced company reputation through recruitment marketing and managed the full offboarding process, including exit interviews and final settlements.

HR Manager

NCrypeted Technologies
Rajkot
06.2013 - 02.2019
  • Managed end-to-end recruitment, from sourcing to onboarding, while strengthening employer branding through strategic marketing.
  • Led and mentored a team of 6 HR members to ensure productivity and professional growth across all HR functions.
  • Oversaw core HR operations, including payroll processing, attendance, leave management, and maintaining employee records.
  • Ensured full compliance with labor laws and statutory requirements (PF, ESIC, PT, etc.).
  • Drove employee engagement initiatives (R&R programs, surveys, team-building) to foster a positive work culture.
  • Conducted performance appraisals and KPI monitoring to identify skill gaps and coordinate L&D programs.
  • Managed the full employee lifecycle (exit formalities, final settlements) and addressed employee grievances to maintain a positive work environment.
  • Optimized HR operations through process improvements and automation, and maintained HR analytics dashboards for data-driven insights.
  • Traveled across locations as per business needs to ensure smooth HR operations.

Education

Master of Business Administration -

H.N. SHUKLA COLLEGE
RAJKOT
01.2014

Bachelor of Business Administration -

M. J. KUNDALIYA COLLEGE
RAJKOT
01.2011

HSC - Gujarat Higher Secondary Edu. Board -

01.2014

SSC - Gujarat Secondary Edu. Board -

01.2006

Skills

  • Talent acquisition
  • Payroll administration
  • Performance management
  • HR data analytics
  • Compliance management
  • Employee engagement
  • Strategic planning
  • Training & development
  • Problem solving
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Policy formulation
  • Leadership development
  • Organizational restructure and change
  • Strong knowledge on SAAS/ ERP systems
  • Microsoft 365 & AI tools

Certification

  • Completed Workday HCM Implementation Training, gaining expertise in system navigation, data management, security configuration, and advanced reporting.
  • Microsoft - Fundamental AI Concepts, Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals is a certification course designed to introduce you to the fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the services offered by Microsoft Azure to build AI solutions.
  • Power BI (Basic), Training on Power BI basics and developed the basic skills to create dashboards using Power BI.

Projects Training

  • As part of my MBA, I completed a comprehensive report on 'Inter organizational study of comparison between financial and nonfinancial rewards as retention tools in the health care sector'.
  • Prepared project reports on the 'KARP Group' in Jasdan, 'ECHJAY Industries Pvt. Ltd.' in Rajkot, and 'Sindhu Co-operative Bank' in Rajkot.

Current Residence

12 Sanjay Society, Dr. Ambedkar Rd, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, 380004

Extracurricular Activities

- Received recognition for presentation on 'The National Day Celebration of Shri Lanka and Iran,' organized by GTU.

- Participated in a state-level consortium organized by the Atmiya Group of Institutes where I secured first rank in 'Management Play,' and received certification for my involvement in the 'Business Plan.'

Languages Fluency

  • English
  • Hindi
  • Gujarati

Timeline

General Manager HR

atQor Technologies Pvt Ltd
06.2023 - Current

HR Manager

Webline India
09.2022 - 05.2023

HR Manager

Space Stem Pvt Ltd
08.2020 - 08.2022

HR Manager

Moon Technolabs
02.2019 - 07.2020

HR Manager

NCrypeted Technologies
06.2013 - 02.2019

Master of Business Administration -

H.N. SHUKLA COLLEGE

Bachelor of Business Administration -

M. J. KUNDALIYA COLLEGE

HSC - Gujarat Higher Secondary Edu. Board -

SSC - Gujarat Secondary Edu. Board -

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