Shivanjali Pant

Work History

HR/Talent Manager – Process and Policies

Gradright Edtech

09.2023 - 12.2024

Led end-to-end onboarding and offboarding processes for new and departing employees, including documentation, equipment handover, policy orientation, and system access management.
Managed and updated HRMS data with real-time accuracy, ensuring seamless coordination between HR, Finance, and Compliance teams.
Oversaw monthly payroll processing and incentive calculations independently, ensuring timely disbursement and 100% compliance with regulatory standards.
Drove employee engagement by organizing and executing virtual and in-person team-building activities, improving team cohesion and morale.
Designed and distributed internal communication strategies and employee experience initiatives to enhance transparency and organizational culture.
Supported leadership during performance appraisals by generating reports, tracking review cycles, and providing data analytics insights.
Ensured policy documentation and process alignment across the organization, contributing to a standardized and compliant HR operating model.
Collaborated with the Tech and Compliance teams to achieve ISO certification via SCRUT, and coordinated smooth execution of internal and external HR audits.
Assisted employees with queries on leave policies, benefits, and internal HR procedures, contributing to increased employee satisfaction.
Negotiated favorable terms for various benefits packages offered to employees, striking a balance between cost-efficiency and value-added perks that contribute positively to company culture.

Associate HR Manager

ElevateHQ

02.2022 - 09.2023

Independently managed the entire HR function for the organization, partnering directly with founders to drive strategic people operations across tech and non-tech teams.
Spearheaded talent acquisition across functions including Engineering, Product, Marketing, Sales, and Customer Success, reducing time-to-hire by streamlining sourcing and evaluation processes.
Managed end-to-end payroll and statutory compliance, ensuring 100% accuracy and adherence to local labor laws and audit requirements.
Developed and implemented HR policies and SOPs from the ground up, aligning with business objectives and industry best practices.
Planned and executed team events, offsite, and engagement initiatives to build culture and strengthen cross-functional collaboration.
Oversaw the full employee lifecycle from onboarding to exit, ensuring seamless transitions and consistent documentation.
Acted as a trusted advisor to leadership on employee relations, workforce planning, and organizational development.
Provided expert guidance on labor laws and regulations, mitigating legal risks for the organization.
Championed employee wellness initiatives to improve job satisfaction and reduce absenteeism.

Senior HR Associate

Amazon

08.2020 - 12.2021

Delivered front-line HR support to employees by managing and resolving queries related to benefits, payroll, attendance, and exits via ticketing and email systems.
Maintained deep understanding of HR policies and procedures across multiple departments to ensure consistent and accurate responses to employees.
Conducted background verifications and documentation checks for new hires and existing employees, ensuring accuracy and legal compliance.
Created official documents and letters (e.g., bonafide certificates, verification letters) upon employee request while maintaining strict confidentiality.
Maintained high-quality service standards by following defined HR workflows, achieving quick resolution times and high employee satisfaction scores.
Participated in periodic reviews of HR processes and suggested operational enhancements to improve productivity, compliance, and employee experience.
Identified recurring employee concerns and provided feedback to improve HR policy awareness and communication.

HR Generalist

Clavax Technologies

09.2018 - 01.2020

Fostered a vibrant and collaborative work culture by organizing engagement activities such as open houses, townhalls, and recognition programs.
Supported the design and rollout of internal training systems, including needs assessment, content development, and effectiveness tracking.
Managed full-cycle recruitment processes, including sourcing, interviewing, offer negotiation, and onboarding, across technical and non-technical roles.
Led digital HR initiatives such as internal communications (emails, notice boards) and social media campaigns to strengthen employer branding.
Maintained and monitored day-to-day task tracking and project updates using JIRA and Microsoft Planner, ensuring visibility and accountability.
Reviewed and refined HR policies and procedures to align with evolving organizational goals, improving efficiency in employee lifecycle processes.
Administered payroll accurately, ensuring timely payment processing while minimizing errors in calculations or deductions.

Associate Software Development Engineer

Detroit Engineered Products

01.2014 - 12.2015

Wrote clear, clean code for various projects.
Developed internal software tools and websites to support HR and engineering operations.
Built NOVA Talent, an internal talent acquisition platform that streamlined recruitment workflows and HR operations.
Led the design of Meshwork Morpher, a proprietary CAE design application.

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Identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk; assists with the development of corrective action plans for the resolution of problematic issues; and provides general guidance on how to avoid or deal with similar issues in the future</li><li>Conduct on-site financial compliance reviews which include: cash counts; review of accounts receivables including employee receivables; documentation of segregation of duties and internal control structure; document storage and retention</li><li>Document findings, propose improvements or change as relevant, disseminate findings and ensure follow up implementation of recommendations as well as resolution</li><li>Conduct random surprise checks and vendor verification reviews to ensure proper procurement procedures are being practiced and report on findings</li><li>Develops an effective Compliance & Ethics training program, including appropriate introductory training for new employees as well as ongoing training for all employees and managers</li><li>Assists with improving the awareness and understanding of compliance to assist employees with the establishment of a “culture of compliance”</li></ul> at Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric Aids Foundation

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HR/Talent Manager – Process and Policies

Associate HR Manager

Senior HR Associate

HR Generalist

Associate Software Development Engineer

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Bachelor of Science - Information Technology

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