Ramya Vaalendena I
Summary
Strategic HR Professional Specializing in Compensation & Benefits and HR Analytics: Driving Organizational Success through Data-Driven Decision-Making
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
ASSOCIATE MANAGER - HR
MASTEK (MST Merged with Mastek)
Chennai
11.2018 - Current
- My background demonstrates a strong commitment to enhancing HR operations, promoting employee engagement, and ensuring compliance with legal and organizational standards.
- Conducted regular performance reviews with direct reports.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop annual operational plans.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements and increased efficiency.
- Assisted in developing policies and procedures that improved customer satisfaction ratings.
- Maintained accurate records of employee attendance and payroll information.
- Ensured compliance with company regulations, laws, and safety standards.
- Scheduled meetings with internal stakeholders to review departmental objectives.
- Handled responsibilities successfully in manager's absence.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust strategies accordingly.
- Conducted comprehensive market analysis to benchmark salary levels and ensure competitiveness within industry standards.
- Developed and managed job evaluation processes to determine appropriate compensation for new and existing positions.
- Designed and implemented merit increase and bonus programs aligned with organizational goals and budgetary constraints.
- Analyzed and interpreted compensation data to identify trends, forecast costs, and make recommendations for strategic decision-making.
- Evaluated and selected benefit vendors, negotiated contracts, and monitored service levels to optimize program offerings and control costs.
- Developed and delivered employee education sessions and communications materials to enhance understanding and utilization of benefits.
- Contributed to compensation and benefits surveys across various platforms to gather market data.
- Analyzed employee turnover and engagement data to identify trends and recommend interventions to improve retention and morale.
- I bring extensive experience in Human Resources with a focus on HRIS management (SAP Concur, Ariba, SuccessFactors, Xoxo Day), encompassing integration, new enrollment, expenses management, and serving as the central point of contact for employee management processes.
- My responsibilities have included data updating, leave management, performance management, goal setting, and recognition initiatives.
- In addition to my HRIS expertise, I have:
- Reviewed, evaluated, and revised Human Resources policies and procedures.
- Maintained comprehensive personnel records covering compensation, benefits, attendance, and performance reviews.
- Provided guidance to employees on a wide range of employee relations issues, including disciplinary actions, grievances, and terminations.
- Prepared and presented reports on HR metrics, such as turnover rates, absenteeism, and diversity statistics.
- Assisted in developing and implementing compensation plans in compliance with wage and salary laws.
- Coordinated new hire onboarding processes, including orientation sessions and policy dissemination.
- Ensured a safe working environment through proactive safety measures.
- Conducted background checks during the recruitment process.
- Mediated workplace disputes and facilitated resolutions when necessary.
- Analyzed organizational structures to optimize alignment with business goals and budget constraints.
- Organized team-building events to enhance employee morale and engagement.
- Managed employee vacation requests in accordance with company policies.
- Evaluated and improved HR systems to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- Ensured compliance with labor regulations and provided advice on legal requirements affecting HR decisions.
- Advised senior management on employment law best practices.
- Handled confidential employee and company information with discretion.
- Collaborated with management to develop performance measurement, employee development, and compensation strategies.
- Fostered a positive and inclusive work environment through open communication and employee-centric initiatives.
- Conducted sensitive workplace investigations and documented incidents for senior management review.
- Directed HR programs, policies, and processes to streamline operations and enhance efficiency.
- Managed full-cycle HR operational activities to optimize employee performance.
- Utilized data analytics to improve recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes.
- Worked on HRIS - GreyTHR, Success Factor, XOXO Day for all the processes like Integration, New enrollment, Expenses management, Central Employee whole process, data updating, leave management, Performance management, Goal Setting, and Recognitions as well.
- Employee Onboarding and Offboarding: Facilitate the onboarding process for new hires, including conducting orientation sessions, explaining company policies, and ensuring a smooth transition into the organization.
- Manage offboarding activities, such as exit interviews and separation procedures, to ensure a positive and professional experience for departing employees.
- Performance Management: Assist in the implementation and administration of performance management programs.
- Support managers in conducting performance evaluations, setting goals, and providing feedback to employees.
- Collaborate with managers to address performance issues and develop improvement plans.
- Employee Relations: Handle employee relations matters by providing guidance, counseling, and conflict resolution support.
- Investigate and address employee grievances, complaints, and disciplinary issues in accordance with company policies and applicable employment laws.
- Compensation and Benefits Administration: Assist in the administration of compensation and benefits programs, including salary reviews, bonus programs, and employee benefits enrollment.
- Collaborate with the payroll and finance departments to ensure accurate and timely processing of employee compensation and benefits.
- Coordinating with the team to bring out the good quality of the resume to be on the Hiring Manager's table.
- Shortlisting based on the scale that is defined by the company.
- Consolidating the report to present it to the Reporting Manager.
- Handling and supporting the openings that are critical, and planning accordingly to produce better outcomes.
- Planning action items to close the opening in a short time.
- Getting the requirement from the Hiring Manager.
- Working on market research to analyze the openings to bring out the exact candidate for the Job Description.
- Supporting senior position requirements on critical hiring.
- Facilitated the development of staff by providing training, coaching, and feedback.
- Developed and implemented strategies to ensure cost-efficient operations.
- Managed daily workflow of team members to meet organizational goals.
- Analyzed financial data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- Created monthly reports outlining progress on key initiatives.
TALENT ACQUISITION EXECUTIVE
SCALEORG CONSULTING SERVICES
Tiruchirappalli
04.2017 - 10.2018
- Sourcing via Naukri, Monster job portals for various sources to the client's requirement within a short span of time.
- Preparing detailed job descriptions for all the assigned requirements and posting them on job portals (Naukri, Monster, Indeed, Quirk, OLX) and networking on LinkedIn and Facebook.
- Have the capabilities to scrutinize CVs for all levels to the qualifying credentials.
- Conducting preliminary interview rounds through telephone to validate the job experience, career aspirations, and soft skills of candidates, along with the interest/willingness in the job/requirement.
- Lining up candidates for interviews with clients, following up with candidates, and negotiating a compensation package with shortlisted candidates.
- Scheduling and coordinating interviews for Telephonic, F2F, Skype, and Webex Sessions.
- Building a live database, updating it on a regular basis, and maintaining candidate relationships. Involved in updating profiles daily on all job portals.
- Establish and maintain a good relationship with the candidates and have a certain experience in client coordination.
- Exposure of handling verticals IT, Non-IT, ITES, Healthcare, Manufacturing recruitment.
- I have placed candidates in different levels of experience, various skill sets, and domains for my clients.
- Proficient in recruiting candidates from all levels, Senior Level to Junior Level.
- Prepare or maintain employment records related to events such as hiring, termination, leaves, transfers, or promotions using human resources management system software.
- Interpret and explain human resources policies, procedures, laws, standards, or regulations.
- Hire employees and process hiring-related paperwork.
- Inform job applicants of details such as duties and responsibilities, compensation, benefits, schedules, working conditions, and promotion opportunities.
- Address employee relations issues, such as harassment allegations, work complaints, or other employee concerns.
- Schedule or conduct new employee orientations.
- Maintain and update human resources documents, such as organizational charts, employee handbooks, or directories, or performance evaluation forms.
- Confer with management to develop or implement personnel policies or procedures.
- Select qualified job applicants or refer them to managers, making hiring recommendations when appropriate.
- Review employment applications and job orders to match applicants with job requirements.
- Conduct reference or background checks on job applicants.
- Perform searches for qualified job candidates using sources such as computer databases, networking, Internet recruiting resources, media advertisements, job fairs, recruiting firms, or employee referrals.
- Provide management with information or training related to interviewing, performance appraisals, counseling techniques, or documentation of performance issues.
- Contact job applicants to inform them of the status of their applications.
- Interview job applicants to obtain information on work history, training, education, or job skills.
- Develop or implement recruiting strategies to meet current or anticipated staffing needs.
- Analyze employment-related data and prepare required reports.
- Advise management on organizing, preparing, or implementing recruiting or retention programs.
- Schedule or administer skill, intelligence, psychological, or drug tests for current or prospective employees.
- Evaluate recruitment or selection criteria to ensure conformance to professional, statistical, or testing standards, recommending revisions as needed.
- According to established guidelines and designated licensing codes, review and evaluate applicant qualifications or eligibility for specified licensing.
- Evaluate selection or testing techniques by conducting research or follow-up activities, and conferring with management or supervisory personnel.
Education
MBA -
Madurai Kamaraj University
Madurai01.2017
ME -
Anna University
Tiruchirappalli06.2016
Skills
- Grade Fitment
- Attrition and Headcount Analysis
- Salary Restructuring and implementation
- Payroll Process
- Benchmark Analysis
- Good Exposure to SAP, GreytHR, MORE etc
- Human Resources Management
- Operations Management
- Strategic Planning
- Business Administration
- Staff Management
Accomplishments
1. TM-836-Advanced HR Generalist with MS Excel 2. 1678-15725999 - Diploma in Human Resources (HR) 3. 1490-15725999 - Modern Human Resource Management - Appraisal and Performance 4. Al for all - Enabler Level Program
Languages
Tamil, English & Hindi
Affiliations
- Successfully conducted market analysis leading to the adjustment of compensation packages, resulting in a 10% decrease in turnover and improved competitiveness in attracting top talent.
- Successfully negotiated and finalized vendor contracts, saving the company 10% on benefit plan costs while maintaining high-quality coverage.
- Established robust communication channels to educate employees on compensation and benefits offerings, resulting in a 30% decrease in inquiries and increased employee understanding and appreciation of the total rewards package.
- Analyzed workforce diversity metrics to identify gaps and implemented targeted initiatives that improved diversity representation by 10% across all levels.
- Achieved a 5% reduction in turnover by implementing proactive retention strategies informed by predictive insights.
Timeline
ASSOCIATE MANAGER - HR
MASTEK (MST Merged with Mastek)
11.2018 - Current
TALENT ACQUISITION EXECUTIVE
SCALEORG CONSULTING SERVICES
04.2017 - 10.2018
MBA -
Madurai Kamaraj University
ME -
Anna University
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