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Lakshmi Ramanathan

Chennai

Summary

A competent HR Professional with nearly 12 years of experience in varied HR Operations Proficient in HR Analytics, Talent Management, Succession Planning and HR Reporting Detailed understanding of HR processes and data; thorough knowledge of and experience in operating MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint Showcased excellent ability to relate to stakeholders communication in a cross-cultural set-up; ensured best results for recruits by effectively managing key stakeholders and enabled a committed and focused environment to cultivate excellence Maintained effective communication channels and relationship with the client organizations and other business partners Experience in building and maintaining a positive working environment to train and develop the team members to foster understanding of broad HR principles, policies, procedures and systems with a high level of customer service orientation Focused on continuous Improvements - solicit regular feedback and proactively recommended & implemented solutions to ensure processes and service levels meets Out-of-the-box thinker with proven track record of establishing processes & SOPs, streamlining workflow and creating environment to enhance productivity An innovative, creative & result-oriented professional with strong communication, interpersonal & negotiation skills and aptitude to prioritize multiple tasks Strategic Talent Management Specialist known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in talent acquisition, performance management, and employee development strategies. Excel in communication, leadership, and problem-solving to enhance team dynamics and organizational growth.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Manager, Leadership Development

Kellogg India Pvt Ltd
Chennai
02.2022 - Current
  • Conducted regular performance appraisals for direct reports to provide feedback on their work performance.
  • Created and managed budgets for travel, training, and team-building activities.
  • Proposed or approved modifications to project plans.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Managed crisis situations, implementing contingency plans to minimize impact on operations.
  • Coordinated with internal departments to ensure successful execution of projects according to timeline and budget constraints.
  • Monitored compliance with industry regulations and company policies to mitigate risk.
  • Analyzed business performance data and forecasted business results for upper management.
  • Guided change management initiatives to ensure smooth adoption of new business practices.
  • Implemented quality control measures to uphold company standards.
  • Negotiated high-value contracts with suppliers and clients to improve cost-effectiveness.

Associate Manager

Standard Chartered GBS Pvt. Ltd
04.2016 - 12.2017
  • Provided input for the design of succession planning, talent review and performance management processes across the organization
  • Worked with senior management to identify & develop key talent
  • Collaborated with HR and Business Leaders to develop strategies to attract, develop and retain talent
  • Allied with partners from global Human Resources and Talent Management Leaders to implement talent management frameworks
  • Participated in the development of talent management processes & tools and coached managers on talent management processes
  • Operated closely with the HRBPs to create the Succession Plan of the senior leaders of the bank
  • Prepared monthly talent dashboards business / regional split to the respective Heads of HR
  • Supported the HRBPs with the dashboards with respective data to conduct the Talent Review Meetings of their business / region
  • Introduced, implemented, and developed a 9-box type model for managers to evaluate an employee's current contribution and future potential
  • Developed succession planning tools for business leaders to identify critical roles and anticipate staffing needs
  • Created and utilized talent profiles for internal career development opportunities and assisted with improving employee retention and timely fill of critical internal positions
  • Identified key and high-potential staff, and worked with management to create and implement development plans to maximize talent & retention
  • Assisted and executed global talent management programs on a regional level
  • Evolved talent management succession planning metrics with the management team that drove optimal talent pipeline performance

Senior Analyst

Standard Chartered GBS Pvt. Ltd
  • Provided precise, timely, proactive and insightful People-related Analytics and Information to enable effective business decisions
  • Maintained effectiveness & efficiency of the end-to-end process for designing, building & delivering reporting & analytics
  • Facilitated data cleansing & maintenance, monitored data changes and reported anomalies based on insights & business specific knowledge
  • Worked collaboratively with HRBPs & Service Delivery to proactively identify data quality risks & develop & implement mitigation strategies
  • Drove Continuous Improvement in creating and maintaining appropriate data architecture to provide a single bank-wide source of people data
  • Supported development of actionable, proactive metrics that drive forecasting capabilities and strategic insights as well as identification of ways to continuously improve quality & efficiency of HR reporting
  • Analyzed, recommended, and implemented methods to improve and streamline HR processes through the use of technology and/or process improvement
  • Designed and developed useful metrics, dashboard, analysis and data reporting to support a variety of HR and business initiatives

Analyst

Standard Chartered GBS Pvt. Ltd
  • Set up credit cards for the new and existing customers using CCMS (Credit Card Management System), and managed cancellation of cards
  • Performed MLRP (Money Laundering Rectification Process) and identified the fraudulent activities

Education

MCA -

University of Madras
Chennai
01.2007

B.Com. -

Meenakshi College for Women
Chennai
01.2004

Skills

  • Talent & Management
  • Leadership Development
  • Succession Planning
  • Operations Management
  • Performance Management
  • Stakeholder Management

Certification

  • Certified Leadership Development Professional (CLDP) from Aon Hewitt in Aug 2024

Timeline

Senior Manager, Leadership Development

Kellogg India Pvt Ltd
02.2022 - Current

Associate Manager

Standard Chartered GBS Pvt. Ltd
04.2016 - 12.2017

Senior Analyst

Standard Chartered GBS Pvt. Ltd

Analyst

Standard Chartered GBS Pvt. Ltd
  • Certified Leadership Development Professional (CLDP) from Aon Hewitt in Aug 2024

MCA -

University of Madras

B.Com. -

Meenakshi College for Women
Lakshmi Ramanathan