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Kiruthika P

Kiruthika P

Chennai

Summary

Senior Operations and Administration leader with 13+ years of experience managing large-scale corporate infrastructure, pan-India facilities, and complex vendor ecosystems. Proven track record in owning business-critical systems (HVAC, UPS, Electrical), enterprise-level budgeting, and 100% statutory compliance. Expert in transforming administrative functions into value-driven operations through strong governance, cost control, risk mitigation, and business continuity planning.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Senior Manager – Human Resources & Admin

Dvara Holdings
Chennai
04.2025 - Current

Infrastructure & Business Continuity

  • Own end-to-end facilities and infrastructure operations across pan-India offices, managing HVAC, electrical systems, and 4×60 KVA UPS to ensure uptime and business continuity.
  • Lead physical security and EHS governance, including access control, CCTV, emergency response protocols, and annual mock drills.
  • Drive space planning and utilization, supporting organizational growth while maintaining high workplace standards.

Governance, Compliance & Risk

  • Own the statutory compliance and audit framework across facilities; partner with auditors to maintain a consistent record of zero non-compliance.
  • Lead ISO audits and 5S implementations, strengthening process discipline and audit readiness across administrative operations.
  • Govern the full asset lifecycle including tracking, insurance coverage, and renewals to mitigate financial and operational risk.

Vendor Ecosystem & Cost Governance

  • Manage a high-performance ecosystem of 60+ vendors (security, technical, transport, soft services) through structured SLAs and QBRs.
  • Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, MIS, and cost optimization initiatives, including energy audits to reduce operational overheads.
  • Oversee housekeeping, cafeteria, and transport operations with a strong focus on hygiene, service quality, and cost discipline.
  • Ensure timely license renewals and legal/compliance documentation across all facilities.
  • Partner with clients and external auditors on compliance, safety, and quality standards.
  • Support HR leadership on employee services and workplace experience as a secondary responsibility.

Manager – HR & Admin (Regional Operations Lead)

Dvara Holdings
06.2023 - 03.2025
  • Built and scaled multi-location facilities operations from the ground up, including office setups, infrastructure readiness, and vendor onboarding.
  • Developed and standardized vendor contracts, SLAs, and compliance frameworks across locations to ensure operational uniformity.
  • Strengthened preventive maintenance schedules and cost controls, reducing breakdown incidents and emergency repair costs.
  • Acted as a key partner to leadership on operational governance, budgeting discipline, and risk mitigation.

EA to Co-Founders (Operations & Facilities Lead)

Dvara Holdings
06.2021 - 06.2023
  • Partnered closely with Co-Founders on strategic and operational priorities, acting as a central coordination anchor.
  • Directed pan-India HR and Admin operations, including facilities, vendors, compliance, insurance, and travel.
  • Managed 60+ vendor contracts and set up multi-location offices, ensuring seamless employee transitions and facility readiness.
  • Led HRIS migration from Wallet HR to Zoho People, stabilizing processes and improving data accuracy.
  • Owned group-wide insurance programs as SPOC for claims and negotiations, securing improved benefits and cost efficiencies.
  • Launched EAP and wellness initiatives and supported engagement platforms including townhalls and culture programs.

Earlier Roles

Administration, Operations & EA
01.2011 - 01.2021
  • Progressed through foundational roles across administration, office operations, facilities, and executive support.
  • Supported senior leadership with board-level documentation, strategic coordination, compliance tracking, and executive communications.
  • Managed vendor relationships, facilities operations, financial reconciliations, and compliance documentation, building strong governance discipline.
  • Coordinated large-scale townhalls and corporate events, and built deep expertise in vendor negotiations, travel management, and facilities operations.

Education

ISO/IEC 27001:2022 - Certified Lead Auditor -

Global Association For Quality Management (GAQM)
10-2025

Transforming HR with Analytics & AI -

ISB Executive Education
05-2025

MBA - Human Resources Management

Alagappa University
Chennai, Tamilnadu

Skills

  • Project Management Life Cycle,
  • Scope Management,
  • Stakeholder Analysis,
  • Quality Management,
  • Project Planning,
  • Project Risk Management, Change Management,
  • Agile Project Management, Sprint Retrospectives,
  • Project Implementation,
  • Project Closure,
  • Project Controls, Quality Assurance,
  • Team Leadership,
  • Team Management,

Skills And Core Competencies

Infrastructure & Technical: HVAC, UPS (4×60 KVA), Electrical Systems, Preventive & Breakdown Maintenance, Energy Audits
Governance & Compliance: Statutory Compliance, Internal & External Audits, ISO Standards, 5S Implementation, EHS
Security & Safety: Physical Security, Access Control, CCTV, Fire & Life Safety, Mock Drills, Risk Management
Strategic Operations: Vendor & SLA Management (60+ Vendors), Asset Management, Space Planning, Transport, Cafeteria & Soft Services
Finance & Leadership: Budgeting & Forecasting, Cost Optimization, MIS, Team Leadership, Multi-location Operations, Business Continuity

Certification

  • PoSH IC Certification, CecureUs, 2024
  • HR Recruitment Certification, MSME TDC, Chennai

Timeline

Senior Manager – Human Resources & Admin

Dvara Holdings
04.2025 - Current

Manager – HR & Admin (Regional Operations Lead)

Dvara Holdings
06.2023 - 03.2025

EA to Co-Founders (Operations & Facilities Lead)

Dvara Holdings
06.2021 - 06.2023

Earlier Roles

Administration, Operations & EA
01.2011 - 01.2021

ISO/IEC 27001:2022 - Certified Lead Auditor -

Global Association For Quality Management (GAQM)

Transforming HR with Analytics & AI -

ISB Executive Education

MBA - Human Resources Management

Alagappa University
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