UKG
SAJITH SASIDHARAN PILLAI
Lead Human Resources
Bangalore
Summary
Detail-oriented HR professional with over 9 years of expertise in HR generalist functions, vendor management, and statutory compliance across the APAC region and India. Proven track record of managing end-to-end HR operations, resolving employee grievances, and ensuring vendor performance excellence. Proficient in onboarding and induction processes, including document validation and HRMS management, with a strong focus on company policy adherence.Skilled in payroll management, leave administration, and accurate statutory compliance, including EPF, ESI, and PT remittances .Experienced in HRIS/HRMS administration, maintaining master databases, and addressing employee queries efficiently. Recognized for designing and executing successful employee engagement activities and implementing HRMS solutions. Hold certifications in strategic human resource management.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Human Resources Team Lead
Zacco
Bangalore
09.2022 - Current
- Managed end-to-end HR operations for the APAC Region, including handling employee grievance
- Served as the primary contact for all HR vendors and client audits, tracking vendor performance, ensuring SLA adherence, processing vendor bills, and coordinating payments with the Finance team
- Conducted induction onboarding and managed joining formalities, including validation of documents and updating them in the HRMS
- Conducted employee orientation, facilitated new employee onboarding, and maintained an up-to-date master database for each employee
- Oriented new hires on company policies and procedures, leave policies, and ensured completion of joining formalities,including issuing offer and appointment letters. Verified documents, updated employee details, and coordinated with the Technical Team for official email ID creation
- Prepared appraisal forms, managed process compliance, and issued extension/confirmation letters in advance
- Ensured accurate processing of monthly payroll, generated pay slips, and distributed them to employees
- Handled statutory compliance activities, including EPF, ESI, and PT remittances, online ECR preparations and uploads,UAN issuance, PF transfer/settlement, and more
- Administered Employee Database in UKG HRIS packages, assigned Employee Self Service credentials, and managed attendance and leave records
- Assisted in addressing internal and external employee queries related to onboarding, leave, payroll, performance appraisals, and other HR matters
- Checked and verified employee-submitted documents and bills, forwarding them to the finance department for recalculations and deductions if needed
- Conducted exit interviews, coordinated clearances with departments, issued experience certificates, relieving letters, and managed full & final settlements
- Integrated, monitored, and facilitated all HR services, ensuring compliance with HR policies
- Organized various employee engagement activities, including Fun @ Work, HR Connect, team meetings, and social gatherings
- Expedited full & final settlements for departing employees within 5 working days, prepared experience and relieving letters, and conducted exit interviews
- Develop and deliver training programs, and draft comprehensive HR policies aligns with the organisation’s vision of delivering exemplary care through exceptional staff support.
- Develop and deliver training programs, and draft comprehensive HR policies aligns with the organisation's vision of delivering exemplary care through exceptional staff support.
- Effectively communicating intricate HR information to diverse stakeholders at all levels, fostering collaborative relationships while guiding managers on procedural and legal implications
- Handling a range of employee relations issues and coaching and supporting colleagues
Senior Human Resources Executive
Innovatia Inc
Bangalore
06.2020 - 07.2022
- Fostered cross-functional relationships to connect managers and employees and improve overall efficiency.
- Provided updates on HR policy changes to employees to satisfy compliance and state laws.
- Directed hiring and onboarding programs for new employees.
- Educated employees on company policy and kept employee handbook current.
Senior Human Resources Executive
HR Global Services India LLP
Bangalore
08.2016 - 06.2020
- Fostered cross-functional relationships to connect managers and employees and improve overall efficiency.
- Provided updates on HR policy changes to employees to satisfy compliance and state laws.
- Directed hiring and onboarding programs for new employees.
- Educated employees on company policy and kept employee handbook current.
Administration Officer
Westford UAE
Dubai
03.2014 - 08.2016
- Aided colleagues, managers, and customers through regular communication and assistance.
- Screened and transferred incoming calls, took down messages, and transmitted information and documents to internal personnel.
- Managed team petty cash, purchase orders and account transactions.
- Delivered performance reviews, recommending additional training or advancements.
Education
Masters of Business Administration (MBA) - International Business & HR
London School of Commerce - CardiffMetropolitan University
London, United Kingdom 02.2009 - 1 2011
Bachelor of Science -
Karpagam Arts and Science College, Bharathiyar University
India 09.2005 - 09.2008
Skills
Policy and procedure development
Personnel file management
Benefits oversight
Payroll administration
HR Operation Management
Employee Realations
Performance Management
Training and Development
Onboarding Process
Exit Process
Employement Law
Change Management
People Management
Employee Engagement
Leave Management
Attendance Management
Software
SAP HCM
Certification
Strategic Human Resources Management
Timeline
Human Resources Team Lead
Zacco
09.2022 - Current
Senior Human Resources Executive
Innovatia Inc
06.2020 - 07.2022
Certified Human Resource Generalist
01-2020
Senior Human Resources Executive
HR Global Services India LLP
08.2016 - 06.2020
Strategic Human Resources Management
03-2016
Administration Officer
Westford UAE
03.2014 - 08.2016
Masters of Business Administration (MBA) - International Business & HR
London School of Commerce - CardiffMetropolitan University
02.2009 - 1 2011
Bachelor of Science -
Karpagam Arts and Science College, Bharathiyar University
09.2005 - 09.2008