Rashmi Gavas
Mumbai
Summary
Dynamic HR Head with over a decade of progressive experience in human resources management across diverse industries. Expertise in talent acquisition, HR policy formulation, and performance management with a proven record of driving employee engagement and optimisation of HR processes. Successfully led teams to achieve operational excellence and implemented effective HR strategies, significantly enhancing workforce efficiency. Committed to fostering inclusive workplace cultures and aligning organisational goals with human capital strategies, ready to bring exceptional value to future employers.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
AVP – HUMAN RESOURCE
Religare Broking Ltd
04.2024 - Current
- Leading a team of HR members while overseeing various functions including Talent Acquisition, HR Policy Standardization, Manpower Planning, Business Function Restructuring, Performance Management, HR Operations, and Compensation & Benefits.
- Developing and executing comprehensive strategies for the entire sales business, optimizing the organization structure based on revenue and performing job analysis of the sales team.
- Demonstrating exceptional planning and organisational skills; maintaining positive employee relations; exercising analytical thinking; exercising proactive leadership and effective communication; solving complex problems; adapting to dynamic environments; and thriving under pressure.
- Formulating and executing HR policies, including manpower planning and Recruitment, job analysis and description preparation, organisation development, payroll administration, employee welfare and relations, corporate social responsibility initiatives, and health and safety protocols.
- Exhibiting proven expertise in nationwide manpower planning, budgeting, and recruitment, covering strategic planning for top-tier positions, mid-level management roles, and frontline staff.
- Achievements comprise establishing benchmarks for compensation and benefits, cultivating a performance-driven organisation, monitoring staff movement and attrition, spearheading employee engagement initiatives, addressing grievances, developing management capabilities among personnel, and implementing HRMS and onboarding tools.
Senior Manager – Human Resources
04.2015 - 03.2017
- Established an organization-wide HRIS system, enhancing process transparency.
- Introduced psychometric tools for quality-driven hiring.
- Revamped employee benefits with optimal mediclaim plans.
- Oversaw payroll, compliance, and daily HR operations.
- Instituted a results-focused sales policy and automated incentive systems.
- Strengthened organizational culture, improved productivity, and reduced attrition.
Assistant Manager – Human Resources
04.2014 - 04.2015
- Led complete employee lifecycle and initiated digital recruitment solutions.
- Standardized HR policies to reinforce workplace professionalism.
- Introduced Naukri hiring portal for streamlined recruitment.
Senior Executive – Human Resources
04.2013 - 03.2014
Executive – Human Resources
02.2009 - 03.2013
- Managed PAN-India recruitment without external consultants.
- Handled employee lifecycle management, grievances, and engagement programs.
Education
MBA - Human Resource Development
NIBM
02.2015
B.Sc. - Zoology
G.N. Khalsa College
04.2008
Skills
- HR Operations
- Compensation Management
- Recruitment
- Administration Functions
- Performance Appraisal
- Manpower Management
- Employee Engagement
- Systems Development & Implementation
- Statutory Compliance
- Business Analysis
- Training & Development
- Revenue Growth Planning
- Induction & Orientation
- Performance Optimisation
- Policies & Procedures
- Contract Negotiations
- Leadership
- Communication
- Analytical Thinking
- Problem-solving
- Adaptability
- Team Motivation
- Strategic Planning
- Collaboration
Languages
English Advanced
Hindi Advanced
Marathi Advanced
Timeline
AVP – HUMAN RESOURCE
Religare Broking Ltd
04.2024 - Current
Senior Manager – Human Resources
04.2015 - 03.2017
Assistant Manager – Human Resources
04.2014 - 04.2015
Senior Executive – Human Resources
04.2013 - 03.2014
Executive – Human Resources
02.2009 - 03.2013
B.Sc. - Zoology
G.N. Khalsa College
MBA - Human Resource Development
NIBM
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