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Jayachandran SR

Jayachandran SR

HR Operations Manager
Bengaluru

Summary

Experienced HR professional with 20 years in HR operations, service delivery, HR projects, and quality control. Proven track record in leading end‑to‑end HR operations, driving process transformation, and partnering with senior stakeholders to deliver stable, compliant, and high‑quality HR services. Skilled in workflow optimization, process controls, and continuous improvement to enhance efficiency and service excellence. Strong people leader and SME, experienced in managing critical HR processes, guiding cross‑functional teams, and ensuring adherence to policies and data governance standards.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications

Work History

HR Operations Manager

IBM India Private Limited
10.2023 - Current

Responsible for leading a 110‑member Talent Services team and managing end‑to‑end HR operations including Recruitment, Onboarding, HRCC, and Core HR.

  • Ensures strong service delivery, process stability, and operational governance while driving transformation and automation initiatives
  • Managed end‑to‑end HR operations from Hire to Retire
  • Partnered with Senior Client leaders to resolve escalations, align priorities, and support strategic objectives
  • Led process transformation initiatives to simplify, standardize, and automate HR workflows
  • Developed and implemented strong process controls to enhance accuracy, compliance, and service quality
  • Stabilized high‑risk processes through root‑cause analysis, corrective actions, and performance monitoring
  • Built and monitored dashboards, SLAs, KPIs, and operational metrics to ensure consistent service excellence
  • Managed audits, risk management activities, and adherence to data governance and regulatory standards.
  • Generated 10 FTE efficiency savings in 2025 by leading key process and automation improvement
  • Proposed 5 FTE savings through AI‑driven process automation scheduled for Q2 2026 implementation

Deputy Manager

Ernst & Young
10.2021 - 09.2023

Led deployment of Talent applications across the APAC region, ensuring smooth implementation and system performance

• Defined local configuration requirements and supported localization while aligning with global process models

• Coordinated data cleansing, migration, and testing (UAT, SIT, SRT), providing guidance to regional testers and SMEs

• Identified risks and process gaps during the program lifecycle and implemented effective mitigation strategies

• Acted as the key bridge between Global and Regional Talent teams, driving communication, issue resolution, and knowledge transfer

• Provided training and coaching to regional teams on process deployment, data management, integrations, and application usage

Associate Manager

Ernst & Young
05.2016 - 09.2021

Led a 40‑member Talent Services team and delivered seamless end‑to‑end HR operations from onboarding to retirement for EY GDS India

• Strengthened operational efficiency by optimizing workflows and resource planning across sub‑teams, resulting in improved service continuity

• Elevated team capability and performance through structured coaching, development planning, and ongoing skill enhancement

• Played a key role in successfully implementing SuccessFactors for Onboarding and Core HR, improving process accuracy and user experience

• Consistently achieved SLA targets and ensured high service reliability across all HR processes

• Delivered clear operational insights through performance dashboards and presentations to senior stakeholders

• Enhanced client satisfaction by leading targeted service improvement initiatives

• Managed seamless transitions and process migrations, maintaining stability and accuracy during change

HR Ops Quality Lead

ANZ Banking Group
01.2007 - 04.2016

Led a Quality Control team of 6 members responsible for data quality in Employee Data Management and Payroll across India, Australia, and New Zealand

• Ensured consistent execution of data integrity audits and adherence to process standards

• Served as the primary contact for quality delivery issues, feedback management, and issue resolution

• Strengthened end‑user relationships and drove initiatives to enhance overall user experience

• Reviewed reports and audit outputs for accuracy, compliance, and alignment with QC standards, implementing control measures as needed

Associate

Fidelity Investments
03.2006 - 04.2007
  • Worked as US Employee Data Management Associate

Education

MBA - HR & Marketing

Sikkim Manipal University

Bachelor in Commerce -

Calicut University

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Service Delivery

Team Management

Project Management

Certification

Certified Scrum Master ( CSM)

Accolades

  • Honored as Best Operations Manager for excellence in service delivery
  • Received Exceptional Client Service Awards
  • Received recognition for Excellence in Team management
  • Received recognition from Symphony Project Team as part of regional implementations
  • Received Recognition for being part of multiple projects handled by Talent Senior Leadership
  • Recognitions for role in implementing SAP- Core HR- Success Factor

Timeline

HR Operations Manager

IBM India Private Limited
10.2023 - Current

Certified Scrum Master ( CSM)

10-2022

Deputy Manager

Ernst & Young
10.2021 - 09.2023

Green Belt Certification

06-2019

Associate Manager

Ernst & Young
05.2016 - 09.2021

HR Ops Quality Lead

ANZ Banking Group
01.2007 - 04.2016

Associate

Fidelity Investments
03.2006 - 04.2007

Bachelor in Commerce -

Calicut University

MBA - HR & Marketing

Sikkim Manipal University
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