Rahul Singh
Jaipur
Summary
Dedicated Director of Human Resources competent in developing widely accepted recruitment and retention strategies. Knowledgeable in new hire training and on-boarding methods. Offering successful career history comprising more than 15 years.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Human Resources
Six Senses Vana
05.2023 - Current
- Strategically led and executed comprehensive Human Resources Functions, fostering organizational growth, talent development, brand immersion and employee engagement.
- Maintained "open door" policy to encourage employee communications and resolution of issues.
- Structured compensation and benefits according to market conditions and budget demands.
Deputy Director of Human Resources and Student Life, Corporate
GITAM University
10.2020 - 04.2023
- Implementation of modern HR practices, Talent Acquisition, Policies, and Procedures across three campuses (Visakhapatnam, Hyderabad, and Bengaluru), overseeing more than 3500 employees and an average of 650 new hires annually.
- Modernized operations with strategic process improvements.
Cluster Human Resources Manager - UK and Data Protection Officer - Europe
MGM Muthu Hotels
12.2019 - 09.2020
- Served as Data Protection Officer for Europe under GDPR Act 2018
- Responsible for HR operations across 12 hotels in Scotland and England.
- Coordinated employee grievances and disputes in timely and professional manner by finding constructive solutions.
- Liaised between multiple business divisions to improve communications.
Director of Human Resources
Hyatt Regency Chandigarh
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Managed strategic planning and execution of HR functions.
- Coordinated and worked with management on performance evaluations, supervisory practices, dispute resolution, and employee accountability.
- Maintained optimal staffing levels by tracking vacancies and initiating recruitment and interview processes to identify qualified candidates.
- Developed succession plans and promotion paths for staff.
- Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
- Directed each phase of hiring process, encompassing employment verification, employee relations investigations, criminal background checks and onboarding.
Head of Human Resources
Marriott Hotels India Pvt. Ltd.
06.2013 - 01.2019
- Led HR roles at four different Marriott India hotels with varying brands, geographical locations, and inventories
- Managed diverse work models and cultures, including pre-opening properties and integration of Marriott and Starwood
- Identified as System Matter Expert for External Ready Talent pool.
- Discovered and resolved complex employee issues that affected management and business decisions.
- Collaborated with legal and compliance teams to review paperwork, obtain feedback, and procure available information for new training processes.
Assistant Human Resources Manager
The Leela Goa
05.2011 - 05.2013
- Assisted the DHR in HR and Training functions at The Leela Goa, focusing on team motivation, guest satisfaction, and industrial relations.
Training Officer
Hyatt regency Delhi
08.2010 - 04.2011
- Led and motivated the team at Hyatt Regency Delhi, emphasizing knowledge transfer, team performance, and relationship management.
Assistant Manager, Housekeeping
Taj Palace New Delhi
07.2008 - 07.2010
Management Trainee and Team Leader, Housekeeping
Hyatt Regency Delhi
07.2008 - 07.2010
Education
Driving Engagement for HR - HR Practices
ECornell
Virtual 01.2019 - 04.2019
Labour Law Management - Labour Law
XLRI, Jamshedpur
Virtual Classes 01.2017 - 04.2018
Hotel Management - Hotel And Tourism Management
NCHMCT
01.2005 - 04.2008
Skills
Talent Acquisitionundefined
Personal Information
- Master Vihaan Singh (7 Yrs+)
- Master Avyaan Singh (4 Yr+)
Spouse
Ms. Anusha GV Singh
Awards and Accomplishments
GITAM
- Successfully assembled a workforce (averaging more than six hundred per year) to support the launch of 2 newly established institutes and improved the quality of manpower across 12 institutes within GITAM.
- Established HR systems and processes at GITAM University.
MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL
- Awarded for managing high talent pool database "Highest External Ready Talent for the Year 2017" by Marriott International.
- Associate Engagement Score of more than 95%. was acknowledged by Marriott International.
- Accomplished more than 65 transfers within the organization, including 3 overseas placements. Was recognized by Marriott International.
- Awarded "Leader of the Year 2016" at CY Agra (Property Level Recognition).
- Achieved the highest female-to-male ratio at APEC, CY Kochi, recognized by Marriott International.
- Maintained the lowest wage margin at APEC, CY Kochi. Was recognized by Marriott International.
THE LEELA GOA
- Launched the "Leela Premiere League" - a sporting plan for engaging associates at The Leela Goa.
- Introduced the Annual Newsletter
HYATT REGENCY DELHI, Worked for the launch of "School of Hospitality" at Hyatt Regency Delhi.
EXTERNAL AWARDS
- Received the prestigious "HR for Society Award" from HR Association - India.
- Recognized as one of the "101 Top Global HR Minds in the Hospitality Industry" by the World HRD Congress.
- Received the "Jagran Award" for the best hotel in the city, supporting Female Empowerment.
Training
- Training Qualifications UK: UK Employment Law
- CPD: GDPR Level 3
- LinkedIn Certifications: GDPR: Compliance Training (NASBA), Succession Planning (NASBA), Human Resources: Pay Strategy (LinkedIn) Human Resources - Compensation and Benefits (HRCI), Excel 2013: Essential Training (Linkedin), Human Resources: Strategic Workforce Planning (SHRM), Certification Prep: Professional in Human Resources (NASBA), Employee Experience (LinkedIn) Human Resources: Leadership and Strategic Impact (HRCI), Strategic Human Resources (NASBA)
- SIY Leadership Institute: Search Inside Yourself
- Council Quest: Internal Committee Members Training on POSH Act
- Franklin Covey & Marriott: Seven Habits of Highly Effective People
- Marriott: Procurement 101, HR Skills - Employment Law I, Dynamic Teams, Developing you; Developing Others
- 2006, Taj Residency Bangalore
Work Availability
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Timeline
Director of Human Resources
Six Senses Vana
05.2023 - Current
Deputy Director of Human Resources and Student Life, Corporate
GITAM University
10.2020 - 04.2023
Cluster Human Resources Manager - UK and Data Protection Officer - Europe
MGM Muthu Hotels
12.2019 - 09.2020
Director of Human Resources
Hyatt Regency Chandigarh
01.2019 - 12.2019
Driving Engagement for HR - HR Practices
ECornell
01.2019 - 04.2019
Labour Law Management - Labour Law
XLRI, Jamshedpur
01.2017 - 04.2018
Head of Human Resources
Marriott Hotels India Pvt. Ltd.
06.2013 - 01.2019
Assistant Human Resources Manager
The Leela Goa
05.2011 - 05.2013
Training Officer
Hyatt regency Delhi
08.2010 - 04.2011
Assistant Manager, Housekeeping
Taj Palace New Delhi
07.2008 - 07.2010
Management Trainee and Team Leader, Housekeeping
Hyatt Regency Delhi
07.2008 - 07.2010
Hotel Management - Hotel And Tourism Management
NCHMCT
01.2005 - 04.2008
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