SATYAJIT PATNAIK
Summary
Accomplished HR leader with over 20 years of experience in strategic HR management, talent acquisition, and organizational transformation. Expertise in building and mentoring high-performance teams, optimizing resources, and driving change management initiatives. Proven ability to develop strong employer brands and contribute to the success of multi-national organizations.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Talent Acquisition and Head ER/IR
Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone
04.2021 - Current
- Spearheaded end-to-end recruitment strategies, resulting in robust global talent pipeline and 10X growth support.
- Advised promoters on key CXO hires, ensuring leadership alignment with business objectives.
- Directed smooth employee relations across ports, enhancing union relations and strategic direction.
Senior Partner and Principal Consultant
KHEdge Business Consulting Pvt. Ltd
05.2017 - 03.2021
- Led business strategy and consulting division, delivering end-to-end solutions in strategy, business development, and talent management.
- Transformed human capital strategies for clients, focusing on leadership development and talent strategies.
Head of Human Resources, Asia Pacific Region
Ceragon Networks
03.2013 - 03.2017
- Managed strategic human capital functions, optimizing resources and deployment planning across Asia Pacific geographies.
- Designed deployment plans for 4G and LTE products, reducing deployment costs by 25% and shifting manufacturing base.
Head of Human Capital Practice
PBO Plus
03.2011 - 02.2013
- Managed strategic human capital functions, optimizing resources and deployment planning across Asia Pacific geographies.
- Designed deployment plans for 4G and LTE products, reducing deployment costs by 25% and shifting manufacturing base.
Head of Human Resources-North Region
Bharti Airtel
06.2006 - 02.2011
- Collaborated with business heads to drive talent management, engagement, and retention strategies.
- Oversaw transformation initiatives during outsourcing, integrated services, and shared services implementations.
Head of Human Resources
Apollo Hospitals - Indraprasth Medical Corporation
04.2004 - 06.2006
- Developed HR strategy, established employee value proposition, and institutionalized processes to enhance talent availability.
- Designed talent exchange program in collaboration with Johns Hopkins Hospital to retain and provide exposure to medical professionals.
Director of Human. Resources
Marriott India
09.2000 - 04.2004
- Directed HR strategy alignment with business needs, standardizing policies, and implementing talent retention plans.
- Managed India HR team and conducted compensation studies for all hotels.
Education
MS - Psychotherapy
Mumbai University
Master of Arts - Human Resource Management
Utkal University
Bachelor of Arts - Arts
Utkal University
Skills
- Strategic HR Operations
- Talent Acquisition
- Building High-Performance Teams
- Organizational Transformation
- Leadership Hiring
- Change Management
- Employer Branding
- Resource Optimization
- Competency Mapping
- Performance Management
Timeline
Head of Talent Acquisition and Head ER/IR
Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone
04.2021 - Current
Senior Partner and Principal Consultant
KHEdge Business Consulting Pvt. Ltd
05.2017 - 03.2021
Head of Human Resources, Asia Pacific Region
Ceragon Networks
03.2013 - 03.2017
Head of Human Capital Practice
PBO Plus
03.2011 - 02.2013
Head of Human Resources-North Region
Bharti Airtel
06.2006 - 02.2011
Head of Human Resources
Apollo Hospitals - Indraprasth Medical Corporation
04.2004 - 06.2006
Director of Human. Resources
Marriott India
09.2000 - 04.2004
MS - Psychotherapy
Mumbai University
Master of Arts - Human Resource Management
Utkal University
Bachelor of Arts - Arts
Utkal University
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