RUPA RAMACHANDRAN
Human Resources
Whitefield
Summary
A seasoned HR professional with 16+ years of experience who partners with coworkers to promote an engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings. Collaborates with business to facilitate smooth day-to-day functioning, streamline processes and conceptualize initiatives to drive culture change aligned with business objectives
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Director- Human Resources
KPMG Global Services
06.2022 - Current
- Strategic partnership, Talent Management, Performance management and compensation/benefits administration, Employee relations, Change management, HR Policy and compliance, Culture and Engagement
- Served as a trusted advisor to senior leaders on matters related to organizational culture, employee engagement, and talent management strategies.
- Led change management initiatives to support successful implementation of new business strategies or organizational structures.
- Oversaw performance review process improvements that led to more meaningful evaluations focused on employee growth and development rather than merely documenting past performance levels alone.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address workforce planning needs, identifying gaps in talent resources and recommending solutions for filling those gaps.
- Managed compensation and benefits administration to ensure competitiveness within the market while maintaining fiscal responsibility.
- Identified and implemented appropriate strategies to increase employee satisfaction and retention.
- Collaborated with legal and compliance teams to review paperwork, obtain feedback, and procure available information for new training processes.
- Promoted a culture of diversity and inclusion through targeted training programs, policy updates, and ongoing communication initiatives.
Performance Development & Employee Engagement
KPMG India
01.2016 - 06.2022
- Conceptualized initiatives and processes to empower employees to take ownership of their career growth by providing tools, resources, and guidance for self-directed learning paths.
- Enhanced employee performance by designing and implementing effective development programs. E.g., led the development of an in-house 360 degree feedback survey.
- Tracked, analyzed, and executed quality and continuous improvement initiatives to hold departments accountable for performance.
- Boosted employee retention rates by conducting regular feedback surveys and implementing improvements based on results. Owned the people survey for KPMG in India. Collaborated with the global team to integrate and implement the survey and then analyze and follow through.
- Promoted a positive work culture by organizing team-building activities and events throughout the year.
Learning & Development
KPMG India
11.2012 - 01.2016
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop effective training materials and resources for various departments.
- Designed and executed leadership development programs, fostering a culture of continuous growth and improvement.
- Spearheaded the implementation of e-learning platforms, increasing accessibility to training resources for remote employees.
- Mentored junior staff members in their professional development journey, providing guidance and support as they navigated career growth opportunities within the organization.
HR & Corporate Communications
RM ESI Pvt. Ltd.
06.2008 - 04.2012
- Produced visually appealing presentations for executive-level meetings, showcasing communications team achievements and impact on business objectives.
- Spearheaded community outreach initiatives that positioned the company as a responsible corporate citizen.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure clear communication during major corporate initiatives.
- Facilitated communication between employees and management by conducting regular feedback sessions and addressing concerns proactively.
- Optimized onboarding processes for new employees, ensuring seamless integration into their roles from day one.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop customized training solutions, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
Purchase Executive
CIPLA Ltd.
08.2002 - 04.2004
- Developed strong relationships with key suppliers, fostering long-term partnerships and ensuring timely delivery of products.
- Negotiated with vendors to procure the best prices and quickest service for equipment and supplies.
- Managed the end-to-end procurement process, from purchase order creation to payment processing, ensuring accurate documentation and timely execution.
Education
Certificate Course - HR Legal Edge
Society For Human Resources Management
India 04.2001 -
Post Graduate Diploma - Human Resources Management, India
Welingkar Education
Mumbai, India 04.2001 -
Certification Course - Instruction Designing
Middle Earth HR
Delhi, India 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Chemmistry
VES College of Arts, Science, And Commerce
Mumbai 04.2001 -
Skills
Cross cultural collaboration
Team development and management
Colleague lifecycle & engagement
Change management
Strategic leadership
Languages
Malayalam
Hindi
English
Timeline
Associate Director- Human Resources
KPMG Global Services
06.2022 - Current
Performance Development & Employee Engagement
KPMG India
01.2016 - 06.2022
Learning & Development
KPMG India
11.2012 - 01.2016
HR & Corporate Communications
RM ESI Pvt. Ltd.
06.2008 - 04.2012
Purchase Executive
CIPLA Ltd.
08.2002 - 04.2004
Certificate Course - HR Legal Edge
Society For Human Resources Management
04.2001 -
Post Graduate Diploma - Human Resources Management, India
Welingkar Education
04.2001 -
Certification Course - Instruction Designing
Middle Earth HR
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Chemmistry
VES College of Arts, Science, And Commerce
04.2001 -
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