Kavya AH
Bangalore
Summary
Dedicated Human Resources Generalist with over 12 years of extensive experience in managing all aspects of human resources, including recruitment, onboarding, employee engagement, benefits administration, compliance, and performance management. Proven ability to foster positive employee relations and effectively resolve HR issues while implementing strategic initiatives that align with organizational goals. Expertise in cultivating a supportive workplace culture that enhances employee satisfaction and drives productivity. Committed to leveraging HR best practices to support business objectives and promote a thriving workforce.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Generalist
CAE
Bangalore
07.2024 - Current
- Designed and executed structured onboarding programs to ensure a seamless and engaging new hire experience.
- Lead performance management cycles — goal setting, feedback, reviews — and support managers with coaching and development plans.
- Partner with business leaders to align HR strategies with team and organizational goals, driving performance and engagement.
- Manage employee relations, grievance handling, and conflict resolution with discretion and empathy.
- Design and drive engagement programs, culture-building activities, and employee communication strategies to improve morale and retention.
- Collaborate with global HR teams to localize policies, align processes, and roll out global people initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with labor laws and internal policies; support audits and manage external vendor coordination for payroll and benefits.
- Monitor and report key HR metrics of attrition, headcount, engagement to inform business and talent decisions.
- Supervise payroll, benefits administration, vendor management, and HRIS systems for accuracy and compliance.
Human Resources Generalist
Pentland India Trading Pvt Ltd
Bangalore
01.2021 - 07.2024
- Managed the end-to-end employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, probation management, performance reviews, and exit processes.
- Designed and implemented targeted training & development programs to address skill gaps and enhance workforce capabilities.
- Led performance appraisal cycle, established KPI-driven evaluation frameworks, and provided actionable feedback for improvement.
- Administered payroll, benefits, and annual compensation reviews with 100% accuracy, ensuring competitive and compliant reward structures.
- Developed and implemented Human Resources Strategies and Policies aligned with the organizational goals.
- Acted as a trusted advisor for employee relations, resolving conflicts, managing disciplinary actions, and conducting workplace investigations.
- Managed Compensation and Benefits programs, introduced new salary structures and organized wellness sessions.
- Produced and analyzed HR analytics, headcount, and compensation reports to support strategic decision-making.
- Maintained HRIS data integrity through regular audits and process improvements.
- Maintained statutory compliance with labor laws and successfully completed a 2-year retrospective compliance audit with zero non-conformities.
- Drove employee engagement, wellness, and diversity & inclusion initiatives, including POSH awareness programs.
Senior HR Executive
NTT India Pvt Ltd
Bangalore
04.2018 - 01.2021
- Managed end to end employee lifecycle - onboarding, induction, documentation, confirmations and exit interviews for 800+ employees.
- Spearheaded Attendance and Leave Management processes, promptly addressing employee grievances to uphold workplace harmony.
- Liaised with Payroll administrators to ensure that Payroll records are accurate and up to date.
- Learnt the training needs in the business and provided Career Development guidance and assistance to employees and managers.
- Administered Employee Benefits with precision, including meticulous oversight of Health Insurance, Gratuity, and other vital employee perks.
- Led training sessions for new hires on Performance Management and provided ongoing support to managers during annual reviews.
- Managed employee Background Checks, Offboarding, Exit Formalities, Final Settlements, and issued HR Letters proficiently.
- Initiated dynamic Employee Engagement Strategies to enhance employee satisfaction and retention.
- Ensured HR Data Compliance for accuracy and currency in HR System.
HR Executive
Mobinius Technologies Pvt Ltd
Bangalore
06.2013 - 04.2018
- Managed the Recruitment process, including developing job descriptions, posting job ads, conducting interviews, and negotiating job offers.
- Handled new hire's Onboarding, Induction, setting them up for various HR & Compliance related training programs, and ensure they are setup in the system.
- Hired and onboarded 60% of employees in the organization and acted as single point of contact for all HR related queries.
- Maintained employee personal records, administered employee Attendance, Leaves, Statutory documents, and issued various HR letters.
- Managed end to end Payroll processing and ensured the confidentiality are accuracy of data.
- Introduced employee Exit Process and provided input to the finance team for the Final Settlement calculation.
- Led Employee Engagement activities such as Rewards & Recognition programs, Townhalls, Team outing, Wellness sessions, Cultural activities.
- Presented MIS reports, HR Dashboards, Attrition and Retention to the senior management.
- Handled business travel for senior management and employees, processed VISA, booked travel tickets.
- Managed Office Administration, office moves and relocations, including coordinating with other departments, vendors, and employees.
HR Admin
Reliance Computers Pvt Ltd
Bangalore
10.2012 - 06.2013
- Managed office administration such as maintaining filing systems, managing databases, and ensuring the data is up-to-date and accurate.
- Handled Employee Attendance and Leaves, issued various HR letters, maintained employee records.
- Managed financial activities such as invoicing, accounts payable, and employee salary calculations.
- Assisted team in preparing various reports and presentations.
- Planned office events, such as staff meetings, company events, and client meetings.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Kuvempu University
Karnataka05.2011
Skills
HR policies and procedures
HRIS management
Performance appraisal
Organizational development
Labor law compliance
Global HR management
Compensation and benefits
Employee Lifecycle
Payroll administration
HR policies and procedures
Timeline
Human Resources Generalist
CAE
07.2024 - Current
Human Resources Generalist
Pentland India Trading Pvt Ltd
01.2021 - 07.2024
Senior HR Executive
NTT India Pvt Ltd
04.2018 - 01.2021
HR Executive
Mobinius Technologies Pvt Ltd
06.2013 - 04.2018
HR Admin
Reliance Computers Pvt Ltd
10.2012 - 06.2013
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Kuvempu University
Knowledge and Skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with business leaders and employees at all levels of the organization.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- HRIS tools: Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, GreytHR.