Divya Gupta
New Delhi
Summary
Dynamic HR leader with extensive experience at HCL Technologies, driving strategic HR initiatives across 60 countries. Expert in performance management and stakeholder engagement, I championed D&I programs and implemented a KPP framework, enhancing accountability and operational efficiency. Proven track record in organizational change management and employee engagement.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager – Human Resources
HCL Technologies Ltd.
New Delhi
02.2010 - Current
- Spearhead end-to-end strategic HR consulting aligned with business and people objectives for a global workforce spanning 60 countries.
- Lead manpower planning, resource cost planning, policy management, succession planning, and performance management for senior and mid-level talent.
- Partnered closely with C-suite and senior business leaders on organisational design, change management, and people strategy.
- Championed Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) initiatives across regions to create equitable and high-performance culture.
- Architected customised productivity-driven incentive plans and long-term retention strategies for senior leadership to enhance engagement and retention.
- Designed and implemented a Key Performance Parameter (KPP) framework for middle-to-senior leaders, driving accountability and measurable outcomes.
- Drove automation within HR function to improve operational efficiency and reduce cycle times.
- Led HR initiatives for digital workplace business unit with $2B revenue and 30,000 employees across 60 countries.
- Built and rolled out a customised Performance Evaluation framework for emerging market roles.
- Compensation & Benefits: Designed onsite fitment grids across multiple countries, with focus on European markets incorporating cost-of-living and tax structures. Assessed resource feasibility and compensation competitiveness in host countries.
- Mobilised 200+ employees from India to Oslo, Norway, for one of HCL's largest Nordic deals.
Education
MBA / PGDM - HR & Finance
Amity Business School
01-2010
B.Com (Hons) -
Delhi College of Arts and Commerce, Delhi University
01-2008
Skills
- Strategic HR consulting
- Succession planning
- Performance management
- Change management
- Leadership development
- D&I initiatives
- Stakeholder management
- Workforce planning
- HR analytics
- Workday HCM
- Expat compensation
- Employee engagement
Accomplishments
- Rated Top Performer for 15 consecutive years — member of the prestigious O Infinity League at HCL Technologies.
- Authored and presented the paper 'Discovery-International HR' at the 6th Good Practices Conference.
- Recipient of the Red Ladder Award, recognising High Performing Female Leaders at HCL.
Languages
- English, Professional Proficiency
- Hindi, Native
Timeline
General Manager – Human Resources
HCL Technologies Ltd.
02.2010 - Current
MBA / PGDM - HR & Finance
Amity Business School
B.Com (Hons) -
Delhi College of Arts and Commerce, Delhi University