Hi, I’m
RAGHU SOMA
Hyderabad
Summary
HR professional with 18 years of experience in strategic human resources management, talent solutions, and organizational development. Proven ability to drive business expansion and enhance employee engagement through effective HR policies and best practices. Expertise in HR advisory and people initiatives aimed at delivering impactful results and supporting organizational objectives.
Overview
1
Certification
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Ditto SolutionsHyderabad
Business HR Manager
09.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Executed comprehensive HR interventions, including hiring strategies and organizational design.
- Orchestrated business development initiatives to improve client acquisition across multiple industries.
- Counseled founders and directors on strategic people initiatives for scalable workforce solutions.
- Delivered HR advisory talent solutions focused on employee engagement and leadership effectiveness.
- Developed tailored learning and development frameworks to meet organizational needs.
- Provided organizational development services for mid-sized and enterprise clients.
- Ensured strong employee engagement through targeted HR policies and programs.
EAI Systems Pvt. Ltd.Hyderabad
LEAD - HR & ADMIN
03.2022 - 09.2022
Job overview
- Directed the India HR & Administration functions, collaborating with global leadership to champion business expansion initiatives.
- Oversaw core HR functions including talent acquisition, performance management, HR information technology, organisational development, and compliance.
- Formulated and instituted comprehensive HR policies, governance frameworks, and industry best practices.
- Advanced employee engagement and continuous improvement initiatives, significantly enhancing productivity and accountability.
- Championed culture transformation by introducing DEI strategies and building leadership capabilities.
- Facilitated HR analytics discussions with senior leadership on a monthly and quarterly basis.
ZF Technology Center IndiaHyderabad
Senior Manager - HR Business Partner
07.2019 - 02.2022
Job overview
- Served as a strategic HR Business Partner, advising senior leadership within a global engineering and technology organisation.
- Developed and executed HR policies, performance management systems, and competency frameworks.
- Collaborated with business units on workforce planning, recruitment strategies, and leadership development initiatives.
- Led employee engagement programmes, incorporating surveys and focus groups in partnership with external consultants.
- Facilitated culture transformation while aligning team objectives with key performance indicators.
- Designed and implemented Individual Development Plan (IDP) frameworks to promote employee growth.
Trianz Holdings Pvt. Ltd.Hyderabad
Manager - HR Business Partner
01.2016 - 07.2019
Job overview
- Provided strategic HR counsel to senior leadership, ensuring alignment of people strategies with overall business objectives.
- Spearheaded succession planning efforts, employee retention programmes, and initiatives aimed at enhancing leadership capabilities.
- Enhanced employee engagement through targeted rewards and recognition programmes complemented by strategic HR branding initiatives.
- Informed leadership decision-making by leveraging exit interview data and conducting comprehensive workforce analytics and trend reporting.
- Developed and delivered a range of training programmes encompassing employee onboarding, functional skills, and behavioural competencies.
Flipkart Internet Services Pvt. Ltd.Hyderabad
Regional HR Manager
02.2014 - 01.2016
Job overview
- Collaborated with leadership as a change agent during periods of rapid expansion and operational scaling.
- Oversaw intricate employee relations issues, investigations, and ethical concerns while mitigating risk exposure.
- Provided strategic guidance on performance management, workforce restructuring, and succession planning initiatives.
- Spearheaded compliance programmes, policy interpretation, and effectively negotiated employee relations matters.
- Ensured the timely execution of appraisal, promotion, and compensation procedures.
Tata Teleservices Ltd. (Tata DoCoMo)Hyderabad
Assistant Manager - Human Resources
07.2006 - 02.2014
Job overview
- Progressed from Management Trainee to Assistant Manager, undertaking responsibilities in HR Business Partnering and HR Operations.
- Oversaw talent acquisition efforts, employee engagement initiatives, learning and development programmes, and performance management processes.
- Engaged proactively in organisational assessments, employee engagement surveys, and cultural initiatives.
- Managed SAP HRIS functionality, payroll operations, compliance mandates, onboarding, and comprehensive employee lifecycle activities.
- Contributed significantly to M&A integration processes, facilitating workforce transition and alignment.
Education
Ferguson PG CollegeHyderabad
MBA from Human Resources & Marketing
06-2006
Aurora Degree CollegeHyderabad
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com)
04-2003
Skills
- HR business partnering
- Talent acquisition and retention
- Organizational design and development
- Performance management strategies
- Employee engagement initiatives
- Compliance and regulations
- Culture transformation efforts
- Succession planning processes
- HR analytics and metrics
- Workforce planning solutions
- Learning and development frameworks
- Leadership effectiveness training
- Strategic thinking capabilities
Certification
- Six Sigma - Green Belt
- Predictive Index
- Great Managers
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
Telugu
Native
Native
Timeline
Business HR Manager
Ditto Solutions
09.2022 - Current
LEAD - HR & ADMIN
EAI Systems Pvt. Ltd.
03.2022 - 09.2022
Senior Manager - HR Business Partner
ZF Technology Center India
07.2019 - 02.2022
Manager - HR Business Partner
Trianz Holdings Pvt. Ltd.
01.2016 - 07.2019
Regional HR Manager
Flipkart Internet Services Pvt. Ltd.
02.2014 - 01.2016
Assistant Manager - Human Resources
Tata Teleservices Ltd. (Tata DoCoMo)
07.2006 - 02.2014
Ferguson PG College
MBA from Human Resources & Marketing
Aurora Degree College
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com)