Provide HR leadership for the site, driving all HR processes and programs in collaboration with the global leadership, and scaling from 100 to a strong team of 500 across India.
Creating a high-performing operating culture and employment brand, a feat of being awarded Great Place to Work three times consecutively. To work, three times consecutively.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Director People Partner
Argano
Hyderabad
10.2019 - Current
Headcount increased from 100 to over 550 employees.
End-to-end HR operations at the Global Capability Center in India.
Great Place to Work certification for three consecutive years with record employee satisfaction scores.
20 global acquisitions and integration with new joiners, mapping people, processes, and technology.
Diversity hiring increased to 34% over two years, earning recognition as one of the Top 100 Best Places to Work for Women in India.
86% employee satisfaction and 89% retention rates in a competitive talent market through strategic initiatives.
Comprehensive HR policies, job frameworks, performance management systems, and succession plans aligned with business growth.
Optimized cost structures by consolidating international operations into India, leading salary benchmarking efforts.
Provided HR leadership during 20 global mergers and acquisitions, ensuring cultural alignment and effective change management.
Built high-performing leadership teams across business units, promoting trust-based partnerships and a culture of servant leadership.
Head of Human Resources
Tapclicks
Hyderabad
06.2018 - 10.2019
Developed and executed talent acquisition strategies for customer service, sales, and technical roles.
Oversaw onboarding, training, and upskilling programs to enhance operational excellence.
Collaborated with executive leadership and legal counsel on due diligence for acquisitions.
Identified integration risks through collaboration with third-party advisors and internal stakeholders.
Introduced best practices for policy alignment and communication strategies during integrations.
Designed data-driven talent retention programs using market compensation insights.
Achieved 90% retention of key leadership and high-performing talent with tailored packages.
Senior HRBP
Inspirage
Hyderabad
01.2017 - 01.2018
Managed comprehensive HR operations throughout employee lifecycle for key business unit.
Facilitated onboarding, performance management, and offboarding activities.
Cultivated positive employee relations to drive engagement and retention.
Designed learning and development programs to promote cross-skilling and upskilling.
Maintained compliance standards to minimize risk.
Achieved an impactful employee experience through strategic HR initiatives.
Senior Manager - HR
MGRM NET Limited
Hyderabad
06.2014 - 09.2015
Established and operationalized the Hyderabad office from the ground up, including infrastructure setup, workforce planning, and HR process deployment to support rapid business scaling in the region.
Led the strategic hiring of senior leadership talent across key verticals: technology, sales, and product development.
Redesigned compensation and benefits framework, salary benchmarking, market analysis, and internal equity assessments to attract and retain top talent.
Managed end-to-end HR operations, including onboarding, pre-employment checks, attendance and leave management, HR compliance reporting, employee record management, and seamless exit formalities for operational efficiency.
Drove employee engagement and organizational culture initiatives through well-structured rewards and recognition programs, team-building activities, and proactive employee relations strategies, resulting in a cohesive and motivated workforce.
Senior Manager - HR
Geosansar Advisors Pvt Ltd
Hyderabad
12.2010 - 06.2014
Managed full-spectrum HR operations for a geographically dispersed workforce of 1,200 employees across six states, ensuring consistent service delivery, and compliance with regional labor laws.
Lead annual hiring and manpower planning across operations, support, and sales divisions, aligning workforce strategy with business objectives, and growth projections.
Oversaw key employee lifecycle processes, including onboarding, induction, orientation, and separation management, ensuring a consistent employee experience.
Prepared organograms and analyzed quarterly HR dashboards, attrition trends, headcount reports, and cost analysis to support strategic decision-making.
Facilitated quarterly and annual performance management cycles, including skip-level review meetings, calibration sessions, and feedback coaching, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
Led multi-location recruitment initiatives, from job design and KRA/KPI definition to interviewing and offer negotiation, ensuring timely hiring of quality talent across functions.
Designed and delivered soft skills and personality development training to enhance employee communication, collaboration, and leadership capabilities.
Edited and managed the monthly internal newsletter, Geo Life, curating employee stories, business updates, and engagement highlights to strengthen internal communication.
Championed women's welfare initiatives and managed disciplinary procedures with a focus on fairness, compliance, and cultural sensitivity.
Senior Executive HR & Administration
Vinofotech
Indore
08.2008 - 08.2009
Faculty & Placement Coordinator
ICFAI National College
12.2005 - 09.2007
Training Coordinator
HDPI-HSBC
02.2001 - 08.2002
Education
MBA -
Nagpur University
Post Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Development & Industrial Harmony -