Kavita Amin
Mumbai,Maharashtra
Summary
Strategic HR & Talent Acquisition & Administration Leader with 15+ years of experience in end to end HR functions including talent acquisition, work force planning, HR operations, employee relations, compensation & benefits, performance management and HR strategy. Proven record of driving HR transformations, implementing HRIS systems, enhancing employee engagement, and aligning HR initiatives with organizational goals. Skilled in building high-performance teams, and optimizing HR processes to deliver measurable business impact.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
GENERAL MANAGER - HR
Tamarind Global Services Pvt. Ltd.
Mumbai, Maharashtra
02.2013 - 03.2026
- Partner with senior leadership to drive HR strategies for a work force of 400+ employees across Pan India locations aligning people practices with business outcomes.
- Lead end-to-end HR operations including talent acquisition, payroll, compliance, and HRIS management.
- Spearhead recruitment across leadership, mid-level, and frontline roles, ensuring timely and quality hiring.
- Drive workforce planning, succession planning, and talent development initiatives.
- Collaborate with leadership on organizational restructuring, HR transformation, and workforce optimization initiatives.
- Mentor and guide HR team members to build capability and foster a high-performance culture.
- Manage employee relations, including resolution of grievances, conflicts, and disciplinary matters.
- Design and drive employee engagement initiatives to enhance experience, morale, and retention.
- Promote a positive, inclusive, and high-performance work environment.
- Ensure compliance with HR policies, procedures, and legal requirements within the business.
- Provide guidance to business leaders on HR-related compliance matters and best practices.
- Drive Performance Management System (PMS) processes, ensuring adherence to timelines and handling grievances related to performance ratings.
- Partner with business leaders to identify training needs and support learning & development initiatives.
- Support organizational change initiatives, providing guidance and support to employees during transitions.
- Implement restructuring plans as needed to optimize organizational efficiency and effectiveness.
- Oversee administration and facility operations for multiple offices across India, ensuring seamless business operations.
- Manage vendor onboarding, negotiations, and performance to ensure service quality and cost optimization.
- Control administrative budgets and drive cost efficiencies across locations.
- Ensure workplace infrastructure, maintenance, and space utilization aligned with business needs.
- Drive safety, hygiene and compliance standards across all offices.
- Manage logistics, travel, and office operations support across locations.
DEPUTY MANAGER - HR
Kuoni Travel Group India Pvt. Ltd.
Mumbai, Maharashtra
09.2006 - 02.2013
- Managed end-to-end recruitment, onboarding, performance evaluations, and HR operations.
- Coordinated payroll, attendance, and statutory compliance in partnership with finance teams.
- Conducted HR audits, maintained MIS, and produced HR analytics reports for leadership review.
- Executed companywide employee satisfaction surveys and tracked improvement action plans.
- Facilitated HR policy development, rollout, and compliance monitoring.
- Handled grievance resolution, employee counseling, and employee relations initiatives to maintain a healthy work environment.
- Managed exit formalities, full and final settlements, and statutory benefit administration.
SENIOR ADMINISTRATION & HR ASSISTANT
Godrej & Boyce Mfg. Co. Ltd.
Mumbai, Maharashtra
02.1995 - 07.2006
- Supported recruitment, onboarding, record management, and employee record management.
- Managed administrative activities including travel, correspondence, event coordination, and inventory.
- Assisted with attendance management, employee relations, and confidential HR recordkeeping.
- Prepared HR reports, presentations, and supported leadership with operational requirements.
MARKETING ASSISTANT
Divya Chemicals Pvt. Ltd.
Mumbai, Maharashtra
08.1994 - 02.1995
- Monitored effectiveness of marketing initiatives and prepared analytical reports.
- Supported execution of marketing plans and data reporting.
BANKING ASSISTANT
ANZ Grindlays Bank
Mumbai, Maharashtra
06.1993 - 07.1993
Education
MBA - Human Resources
Institute of Business Management
01.2008
Diploma in Human Resource Management - undefined
Welingkar's Institute of Business Management
01.2000
Bachelor's Degree - undefined
St. Andrew's College
Skills
- End-to-End Recruitment Lifecycle Management
- Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning
- HR Operations & Shared Services
- Administration & Facility Management
- Vendor Management
- Office Operations
- Workplace Infrastructure
- Employee Relations
- Grievance Handling
- Business Partnering
- HR Strategy
- Compensation & Benefits (C&B)
- HRIS Implementation
- HR Automation
- Policy Development
- Compliance
- Employee Engagement
- Culture Building
- HR Analytics
- Reporting
- Performance Management Systems
Accomplishments
- Revamped companywide performance management system, improving feedback delivery and engagement.
- Achieved significant cost reduction through strategic negotiation of employee benefit plans.
- Successfully implemented HRIS, enhancing HR workflow efficiency and data accuracy.
- Strengthened governance, compliance, and audit readiness across HR functions.
Timeline
GENERAL MANAGER - HR
Tamarind Global Services Pvt. Ltd.
02.2013 - 03.2026
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 Resources
Institute of Business Management
Diploma in Human Resource Management - undefined
Welingkar's Institute of Business Management
Bachelor's Degree - undefined
St. Andrew's College