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Overview
Accomplishments
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Work History
Software
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Komal Chavan

HR Manager | Talent Acquisition Manager | HR Business Partner
Pune
Komal Chavan

Summary

Process-driven HR leader with 8+ years of experience transforming people operations into streamlined, data-backed and AI-enabled functions. Expert in process improvement, change management and workforce optimization, with a track record of measurable impact on Talent Management, retention, hiring and compliance. Recognized for redesigning HR processes that reduced attrition from 40% to 12%, increased retention to 74%, cut escalations below 1%, and delivered top HR performance metrics over the past decade. Skilled in leveraging Gen AI and HR analytics to build scalable, transparent and business-aligned HR functions.

Overview

10

+ Recent Certificates

8

+ Years of well-rounded HR experience

3

+Years of Managerial expertise

Accomplishments

Accomplishments
  • Achieved Leadership Excellence award for strategic execution, cross-functional leadership and sustained talent delivery excellence at 12th Wonder.
  • Achieved Talent Hunter Award for exceeding hiring targets and closing roles within aggressive timelines at Capgemini.
  • Achieved Success Catalyst Award for enabling business growth through agile workforce planning, strong stakeholder partnerships, and execution excellence at 12th Wonder.
  • Achieved OLIVZine Award for outstanding demonstration of organizational values, ethics and people-centric HR leadership at e-Zest Solutions
  • Honored with the Ashtaratna Award by Vivekanand Institute for professional success and positive social impact in advancing women’s growth and empowerment.

Education

LPP Institute Of Management Science & Technology
Aurangabad, Maharashtra

BBA from HR & Business Administration
07.2016 - 07.2019

University Overview

  • Batch Topper: Achieved highest academic performance in the batch, demonstrating consistent excellence and dedication.
  • Class Representative (CR): Acted as liaison between students and faculty, addressing academic and administrative concerns, coordinating class activities, and representing peers in institutional discussions.
  • Asht Ratn Award: Honoured by Vivekanand Institute, Ch. Sambhaji nagar for outstanding achievements and contributions post-graduation.
  • GPA: 9.2

Skills

Executive Presentations

Talent Acquisition Strategy

Workforce Planning

DEIB Hiring

Leadership & Niche Hiring

Stakeholder Management

Recruitment Analytics

Employer Branding & EVP

ATS & Hiring Metrics

Vendor Management

HR & HRBP Collaboration

Advanced MS Excel

Payroll Processing

Employee Engagement

Certification

Lean Six Sigma - Yellow Belt

Timeline

TA Lead | Head of HR
12th Wonder Research India Pvt Ltd
08.2023 - 11.2025
Senior Analyst- HR
Capgemini
11.2021 - 06.2023
HR Executive
e-Zest Solutions
01.2020 - 06.2021
HR Executive
Technomech HR Solutions
08.2017 - 12.2019
LPP Institute Of Management Science & Technology
BBA from HR & Business Administration
07.2016 - 07.2019

Work History

12th Wonder Research India Pvt Ltd
Pune, Maharashtra

TA Lead | Head of HR
08.2023 - 11.2025

Job overview

  • Led a team of 5-6 Recruiters while Designing, developing and implementing successful recruitment process. Negotiated competitive salary packages and benefits for new hires, contributing to an improved employer brand image and increased employee satisfaction.
  • Analyzed recruitment metrics regularly to identify areas of opportunity for improvement, implementing necessary adjustments to enhance overall performance.
  • Built a positive and engaging work culture by driving continuous improvement initiatives, effective retention strategies and effective leadership, leading to a significant improvement in attrition rates.
  • Designed and implemented succession planning initiatives, preparing the organization for future leadership transitions.
  • Led benefits administration, providing competitive offerings while maintaining cost-effectiveness for the organization.
  • Managed complex employee relations issues, fostering a culture of trust, respect and open communication.
  • Led the successful integration of multiple acquisitions, ensuring seamless transition and cultural alignment.
  • Strengthened employer branding efforts through targeted marketing campaigns and social media presence enhancement.
  • Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency and improved employee satisfaction.
  • Established metrics-driven approach to HR decision-making, utilizing data analytics to inform strategy development and execution.
  • Directed performance management systems to support employee development and organizational success.
  • Enhanced employee engagement by implementing innovative HR policies and practices.
  • Structured compensation and benefits according to market conditions and budget demands.
  • Improved payroll accuracy by conducting regular audits and addressing discrepancies proactively.
  • Prepared and filed accurate and timely payroll tax returns and other related reports to comply with tax laws and regulations.

Capgemini
Pune, Maharashtra

Senior Analyst- HR
11.2021 - 06.2023

Job overview

  • Owned end-to-end talent acquisition for critical and high-impact roles across functions, including sourcing strategy, stakeholder alignment, interviewing, offer management and onboarding support.
  • Managed 40+ requisitions simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
  • Led strategic hiring initiatives aligned with business growth plans, future skill requirements and succession needs, in close collaboration with Business Leaders and HRBPs.
  • Drove DEIB-focused hiring strategies, including diverse sourcing channels, inclusive interview practices and fair assessment frameworks across the recruitment lifecycle.
  • Partnered with external vendors, consultants, and assessment providers to support leadership hiring, managerial effectiveness assessments, volume and critical hiring needs.
  • Mentored recruiters on Boolean & X-ray screening, structured interviewing, candidate experience and stakeholder management.
  • Partnered closely with hiring managers as a trusted HR advisor, translating market realities into clear, aligned and actionable hiring expectations.
  • Facilitated successful hiring events, leading to numerous hires from diverse industries and backgrounds.

Led hiring across multiple technologies including: Java, .NET, SAP, React, ServiceNow and Full-Stack development.

e-Zest Solutions
Pune, Maharashtra

HR Executive
01.2020 - 06.2021

Job overview

  • Managed full-cycle recruiting process for multiple roles simultaneously while maintaining high-quality standards in candidate assessment and selection.
  • Collaborated with hiring managers to determine job requirements and understand departmental needs.
  • Developed strong talent pipelines by utilizing various sourcing techniques, including social media, job boards and networking events.
  • Provided regular updates on talent acquisition performance metrics to senior leadership, supporting data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement efforts.
  • Acted as an HR subject-matter advisor for recruitment and HR tool development, ensuring solutions aligned with real-world HR processes and business needs.

Led hiring across multiple technologies including: Magento, AEM, Angular.Js, Dotnet, ServiceNow, PHP, Laravel & Outsystems

Technomech HR Solutions
Ch. Sambhaji nagar, Maharashtra

HR Executive
08.2017 - 12.2019

Job overview

  • Successfully placed candidates in various IT roles, including software developers, network engineers, data analysts and project managers.
  • Developed strong relationships with hiring managers to understand their unique needs for each IT position.
  • Built a reputation as a trusted partner for both clients and candidates in the competitive field of technology recruiting.
  • Trained junior recruiters on best practices for sourcing and interviewing qualified IT candidates.
  • Maintained a high level of candidate retention for clients by conducting regular follow-ups and offering ongoing support throughout the employment lifecycle.
  • Led hiring across technologies including: Java, dotnet, Angular, SAP MM, SAP PP, SAP Successfactor, SAP SD, SAP ABAP, SAP ABAP IO etc

Software

Naukri

Linkedin

SAP Successfactor

Keka HR

Salesforce HR

Instahyre

Komal ChavanHR Manager | Talent Acquisition Manager | HR Business Partner