Kavita Amin
Mumbai
Summary
An HR professional with more that 15 years of experience in the field. I have experience in managing the entire gamut of HR functions like Recruitment, Training & Development, Compensation & Benefits, Employee Relations, etc. I have also been involved in formulating & implementing HR policies & procedures. Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Extensive experience in employee relations, performance management and talent management.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager-HR
Tamarind Global Services Pvt Ltd.
Mumbai
02.2013 - Current
- Spearheaded the development and implementation of HR strategies and initiatives in alignment with overall business objectives
- Overseeing and directing all aspects of the human resources department including recruitment, employee relations, training and development, benefits, and payroll
- Serving as a key liaison between management and employees, fostering effective communication and conflict resolution
- Ensuring that HR policies and procedures followed, maintaining legal and regulatory standards
- Overseeing daily operations of the HR department, optimizing efficiency and effectiveness
- Managing the recruitment and selection process, ensuring quality talent acquisition
- Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives in alignment with the overall business strategy
- Developed and implemented employee engagement initiatives to enhance workplace culture and morale
- Providing leadership and guidance to HR staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performance team environment.
Deputy Manager-HR
Kuoni Travel Group India Pvt. Ltd.
Mumbai
09.2006 - 02.2013
- Managed end-to-end recruitment process, including sourcing, screening, and interviewing candidates, resulting in timely hiring of qualified personnel
- Ensured adherence to HR policies and procedures, maintaining legal compliance and upholding organizational standards
- Supervised daily operations of the HR department, optimizing efficiency and effectiveness
- Served as a liaison between employees and management, facilitating effective communication and collaboration
- Conducted regular performance reviews, providing valuable feedback and coaching to employees to enhance their performance and development
- Generated monthly HR MIS reports, identifying deviations and maintaining comprehensive data management systems
- Established a soft file library for efficient data management of letters and files, enhancing organizational efficiency
- Conducted job studies and developed selection criteria to ensure quality candidate selection
- Completed pre-joining and joining formalities for new hires, including salary structure preparation and documentation collection
- Co-ordinated performance appraisal processes and assisted in payroll processing in collaboration with finance/accounts department
- Maintained leave and attendance records, prepared monthly employee MIS reports nationwide
- Conducted exit interviews and managed full and final settlement processes, including terminal benefits
- Assisted in formulating and implementing HR policies, ensuring compliance with company standards
- Implemented employee satisfaction surveys, communicated results, and followed up on action plans
- Conducted employee relations activities such as meetings, open houses, counseling, and mentoring sessions
- Implemented and upheld the company's code of conduct and values, fostering a culture of integrity and professionalism.
Senior Administration/ HR Assistant
Godrej & Boyce Mfg. Co. Ltd.
Mumbai
02.1995 - 07.2006
- Proficient in maintaining records of personal data and important documents
- Experienced in assisting with the recruitment process and onboarding new employees
- Skilled in inventory and material management
- Proficient in maintaining leave and attendance records
- Capable of preparing reports and presentations
- Provide support to senior administration and HR team
- Ensure confidentiality in maintaining employee records and files
- Managed various administrative tasks including correspondence and travel arrangements
- Acted as the primary point of contact for senior administration and HR inquiries
- Organized company events efficiently.
Marketing Assistant
Divya Chemicals Pvt Ltd.
Mumbai
08.1994 - 02.1995
- Monitor and report on effectiveness of marketing initiatives
- Assist with the development and implementation of marketing plans
- Prepare marketing reports by collecting, analysing, and summarizing data.
Banking Assistant
ANZ Grindlays Bank.
Mumbai
06.1993 - 07.1993
Education
MBA - Human Resource
Institute of Business Management
06.2008
Diploma - Human Resource Management
Welingar's Institute of Management
06.2000
Mumbai University
St. Andrews College
Skills
- Talent Acquisition
- Compensation & Benefit
- Performance Appraisal
- Knowledge of HR policies & procedures
- Employee Rewards & Recognition
- Employee Engagement
- Employee Relations
Accomplishments
- Spearheaded the revamp of the company's performance appraisal system, leading to improved employee feedback and engagement.
- Achieved significant cost savings through effective negotiation of employee benefits packages with vendors without compromising quality or employee satisfaction.
- Led the successful implementation of a new HRIS (Human Resources Information System), streamlining HR processes and improving data accuracy and accessibility.
Timeline
General Manager-HR
Tamarind Global Services Pvt Ltd.
02.2013 - Current
Deputy Manager-HR
Kuoni Travel Group India Pvt. Ltd.
09.2006 - 02.2013
Senior Administration/ HR Assistant
Godrej & Boyce Mfg. Co. Ltd.
02.1995 - 07.2006
Marketing Assistant
Divya Chemicals Pvt Ltd.
08.1994 - 02.1995
Banking Assistant
ANZ Grindlays Bank.
06.1993 - 07.1993
MBA - Human Resource
Institute of Business Management
Diploma - Human Resource Management
Welingar's Institute of Management
Mumbai University
St. Andrews College
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