Kumar Vivek
Gurugram
Summary
HR leader with extensive experience of 11+ years across Tech-Product and AI companies, recognized for driving cultural transformation and implementing effective HR initiatives. Achieved significant improvements in talent acquisition and performance management, resulting in a 180-degree shift in workplace culture. Proficient in HR automation and strategic planning, enhancing inclusivity and employee engagement.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of People & Culture
TARTANHQ SOLUTIONS (AI)
Gurgaon
11.2023 - Current
- Created Annual Operating Plan for FY-24-25 and FY-25-26 alongside Co-Founders.
- Acted as key stakeholder, influencing major financial and operational decisions.
- Transformed company culture, fostering inclusivity and a politics-free environment.
- Drove development of department-specific knowledge repository using AI for continuity.
- Introduced innovative HR initiatives for employee wellbeing across multiple platforms.
- Hired entire Leadership team, including CTO and VP Product, without external vendors.
- Collaborated with Product Leadership to develop HR-Tech product line based on process requirements.
- Ensured maximum Labour Law Compliance in Haryana and Maharashtra through vendor collaboration.
Head of HR
ATTENTIVE AI (IT - Product)
Noida
11.2022 - 10.2023
- Executed end-to-end separation of two entities post-Series A funding with distinct HR policies and processes.
- Implemented HRMS platform Keka, achieving 70% adoption of core HR modules including Leaves & Attendance and Payroll Processing.
- Initiated company-wide OKR implementation, conducting Quarterly Performance Reviews and Mid-Year Vision Alignment Reviews.
- Partnered with Chief of Staff to develop Annual Operating Plan 2023, projecting People and Non-People Costs for Board approval.
- Coordinated with auditors and Finance team to complete HR-focused Due Diligence within two months of initiation.
HR Consultant
STRATEGIC HR CONSULTANT
Remote
02.2021 - 11.2022
- Redesigned performance evaluation systems for Envisionard Software Services and CarScan AI to align with organizational objectives.
- Developed innovative talent acquisition processes, enhancing applicant quality and reducing hiring time.
- Spearheaded restructuring of compensation and benefits frameworks to meet industry standards and optimize resources.
- Implemented bespoke HR strategies, improving employee engagement and reducing turnover rates.
- Pursued professional development through Executive Program in HR at IIM-Calcutta during employment break.
- Accepted consulting roles with Envisionard Software Services and CarScan AI to refine HR and business consulting skills.
- Gained significant insights into HR consulting through hands-on experience with both organizations.
- Focused on transforming company cultures through comprehensive HR strategy redesigns.
Head of HR
FIITJEE GROUP - EDFORA (Ed-Tech)
New Delhi
11.2019 - 01.2021
- Facilitated creation of POD structures with CEO and Chief Of Staff, enhancing efficiency among Tech and Product teams.
- Drove rationalization of designations and departments to improve organizational clarity.
- Managed quarterly workforce planning and budgeting reports, ensuring alignment with Annual Operating Plan.
- Oversaw manpower forecasting with hiring managers and approved HR cash flow projections quarterly.
- Supervised tech and non-tech hiring, directly handling leadership recruitment for key positions.
- Hired over 50 tech and non-tech positions through direct and indirect methods.
- Developed retention strategies for key resources by analyzing month-on-month attrition reports.
- Led project for automation of HR functions, managing vendor selection and HRMS launch.
HR Lead
CRESCERANCE INC. (IT - Product & Service)
Noida
02.2019 - 11.2019
- Developed Competency, Leadership & Functional Behavior Matrices to enhance Performance Management processes.
- Automated Performance Management framework within HRMS, managing project from inception to launch.
- Directed Annual Performance Appraisal process for entire organization, providing guidance and support to Leads.
- Executed end-to-end recruitment for key Tech positions, achieving 65% reduction in projected hiring costs.
- Oversaw performance reviews and appraisals for US employees through HRMS automation of PMS.
- Collaborated with US HR SPOC to address grievances and advised on cultural exchange initiatives.
- Advised CEO on policy decisions, revamping existing Performance Management policies and creating new frameworks for India Operations.
- Supervised lifecycle management of India-based employees, leading monthly engagement activities to boost Employee Satisfaction Index.
Vice President - HR
CONVEGENIUS GROUP (Ed-Tech)
Noida
02.2017 - 02.2019
- Scaled team size from 75 to over 300 in 12 months.
- Executed recruitment strategy to establish trained team of 120 B2C sales personnel within 60 days before infomercial launch.
- Conducted end-to-end recruitment for over 200 professionals across tech, content, product, and operations teams.
- Achieved cost savings exceeding INR 20 Lakhs on hiring in 2017-18, reducing time-to-hire by 90%.
- Automated performance management system, redesigning framework with KRAs and KPIs, overseeing monthly and annual performance reviews.
- Guided team leads on salary increments based on market trends, educating managers on continuous feedback mechanisms.
- Enhanced compensation mapping using free resources, assisting sales head in structuring incentive and bonus plans for employees.
- Implemented comprehensive HR automation for onboarding, payroll, performance management, reimbursements, leaves, attendance, and bonuses through Keka HCM software.
Senior Executive HR
TPG WHOLESALE - TPG CAPITAL VENTURE (Vishal Mega Mart)
Gurgaon
04.2014 - 01.2016
- Assessed SOP knowledge for under-performing store management professionals through training and mentorship programs.
- Advised HRBPs on promotions, transfers, and deployment based on performance metrics and assessments.
- Collaborated with HRBPs to implement Discovery Gold initiative for identifying high-potential SMS, ASMs, and DMs.
- Developed career progression plans to support Accelerating Capabilities for Excellence (ACE) program.
Education
EPHRM - Executive Program in HR
IIM Calcutta
Kolkata01.2022
PGDM - HR & IR
International School of Business & Media, Pune
Pune01.2014
BBALLB -
Symbiosis Law School, Pune
Pune01.2010
HSC -
Delhi Public School, Bokaro Steel City, C.B.S.E.
Bokaro Steel City01.2005
SSC -
Delhi Public School, Bokaro Steel City, C.B.S.E.
Bokaro Steel City01.2003
Skills
Manpower planning
- Annual budgets
- Organization design
- Annual operating plan
- HR policies
- Talent acquisition
- Talent management
- HR business partnering
- HR automation
- Compensation and benefits
- Labour law compliance
- HR digitization
- Organizational development
- HR strategy development
- Performance management
- Change management
- Cultural transformation
- Problem resolution
- Decision-making
Technical Skills
- Microsoft Outlook
- Gsuite
- Trello
- Miro
- CompUp
- Jira
- Keka HRMS
- HROne HRMS
- RazorpayX HRMS
- DocuSign
- Adobe Sign
- Sprinto
Awards
Leadership Award, TartanHQ Solutions Private Limited, 2024, presented for efforts and outcomes delivered toward driving a culture transformation
Timeline
Head of People & Culture
TARTANHQ SOLUTIONS (AI)
11.2023 - Current
Head of HR
ATTENTIVE AI (IT - Product)
11.2022 - 10.2023
HR Consultant
STRATEGIC HR CONSULTANT
02.2021 - 11.2022
Head of HR
FIITJEE GROUP - EDFORA (Ed-Tech)
11.2019 - 01.2021
HR Lead
CRESCERANCE INC. (IT - Product & Service)
02.2019 - 11.2019
Vice President - HR
CONVEGENIUS GROUP (Ed-Tech)
02.2017 - 02.2019
Senior Executive HR
TPG WHOLESALE - TPG CAPITAL VENTURE (Vishal Mega Mart)
04.2014 - 01.2016
EPHRM - Executive Program in HR
IIM Calcutta
PGDM - HR & IR
International School of Business & Media, Pune
BBALLB -
Symbiosis Law School, Pune
HSC -
Delhi Public School, Bokaro Steel City, C.B.S.E.
SSC -
Delhi Public School, Bokaro Steel City, C.B.S.E.
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