Rajini Akula
Human Resources
Hyderabad,india
Summary
Seasoned HR professional with 16+ years of experience in Human Resource Management, Operations, and Administration across diverse industries including IT, BPO, Retail, Pharma, and Digital Marketing. Proven expertise in talent acquisition, employee engagement, HR policy development, compliance, and process improvement. Adept at building HR functions from the ground up in startup environments and driving organizational growth through strategic HR initiatives.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
HR Manager
Foxx Life Sciences
Hyderabad
03.2024 - 10.2025
- Directed HR operations encompassing talent acquisition, negotiations, onboarding, and employee relations.
- Developed and executed HR policies alongside employee welfare programs and engagement initiatives.
- Ensured statutory compliance with PF, PT, and TDS while coordinating audits with CA.
HR Manager (Consultant)
StoryTech Pvt Ltd
Hyderabad
01.2022 - 09.2022
- Partnered with leadership to streamline HR processes during contract engagement.
- Oversaw recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations for IT teams.
HR Business Partner (Temporary)
G-Rank Digital Marketing
Hyderabad
06.2020 - 10.2020
- Supported HR operations during maternity cover, including employee engagement and appraisals.
HR Manager & Admin
Usharani Lifestyles Pvt Ltd
Hyderabad
05.2019 - 10.2019
- Managed HR and admin for 20+ retail outlets.
- Implemented HR policies, payroll, and employee welfare initiatives.
HR & Admin Manager
Technodom Pvt Ltd
Hyderabad
07.2017 - 12.2017
- Established HR operations for a startup BPO with 45+ employees.
- Handled recruitment, payroll, and compliance before company closure.
HR Manager
Lotos Infolabs Pvt Ltd
Bangalore
06.2015 - 04.2017
- Built HR processes for a software and e-commerce startup.
- Partnered with CEO/Co-Founder on manpower planning and employee engagement.
HR & Admin Manager
Tarnea Technology Solutions Pvt Ltd
Bangalore
06.2013 - 04.2015
- Managed HR and administration for Android app development startup.
- Oversaw recruitment, payroll, and compliance.
Operations Head (HR & Admin)
Altior Designs India Pvt Ltd
Bangalore
03.2012 - 04.2013
- Directed HR and office administration for hardware acceleration solutions company.
- Coordinated with US headquarters before branch closure.
HR & Executive Assistant
VNR Infrastructures Ltd
Hyderabad
05.2008 - 06.2011
- Supported MD with executive assistance and HR operations for 120+ employees.
- Managed recruitment, onboarding, payroll, compliance, and employee welfare.
Administrative Officer
Zandu Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Hyderabad
08.2000 - 03.2008
- Handled HR administration, payroll, compliance, and staff welfare.
- Coordinated supplier documentation and managed expense statements.
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Freelance HR Consultant
- Sourced IT talent for product-based startups, managing end-to-end recruitment cycles.
Education
MBA - HR
Madurai University
M.Com -
Osmania University
B.Com -
Osmania University
Skills
- Tally Accounting Packages
- Advanced Diploma in Software Technology
- Typewriting (40 wpm)
Languages
English
Hindi
Telugu
Tamil
Websites, Portfolios and Profiles
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajni-akula-8aa02523/
Timeline
HR Manager
Foxx Life Sciences
03.2024 - 10.2025
HR Manager (Consultant)
StoryTech Pvt Ltd
01.2022 - 09.2022
HR Business Partner (Temporary)
G-Rank Digital Marketing
06.2020 - 10.2020
HR Manager & Admin
Usharani Lifestyles Pvt Ltd
05.2019 - 10.2019
HR & Admin Manager
Technodom Pvt Ltd
07.2017 - 12.2017
HR Manager
Lotos Infolabs Pvt Ltd
06.2015 - 04.2017
HR & Admin Manager
Tarnea Technology Solutions Pvt Ltd
06.2013 - 04.2015
Operations Head (HR & Admin)
Altior Designs India Pvt Ltd
03.2012 - 04.2013
HR & Executive Assistant
VNR Infrastructures Ltd
05.2008 - 06.2011
Administrative Officer
Zandu Pharmaceuticals Ltd
08.2000 - 03.2008
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Freelance HR Consultant
MBA - HR
Madurai University
M.Com -
Osmania University
B.Com -
Osmania University