Sowmya R
Bangalore
Summary
Experienced HR professional with 14 years specializing in talent management and employee engagement. Skilled in change management and collaborating with stakeholders to improve workforce agility. Proven ability to effectively communicate and solve problems in fast-paced environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Director HR (HRBP)
Aquity Solutions (An Inventurus Knowledge Solutions (IKS) Health company)
Bangalore
06.2024 - Current
- Aligned HR strategies with business objectives to enhance organizational effectiveness.
- Advised managers on leadership development and people-related issues.
- Designed performance management frameworks to drive productivity improvements.
- Drove employee engagement programs, and established a rewards framework.
- Provided guidance on change management to optimize business outcomes.
- Leveraged data analytics for informed decision-making and continuous improvement.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to identify HR needs and propose aligned solutions.
Assistant Manager - HR
Aquity Solutions India Pvt Ltd (Formerly Known as Mmodal Global Services Pvt ltd)
03.2019 - 05.2024
- Partnered with business unit to identify workforce planning, talent management, and succession needs.
- Developed and implemented induction programs to streamline onboarding.
- Managed onboarding to offboarding processes, making key decisions as required.
- Drove employee engagement programs and established a rewards framework.
- Aligned training strategies with succession planning objectives to ensure workforce agility.
- Supervised and mentored HR teams, enhancing team capabilities.
- Handled employee transitions effectively during organizational acquisitions.
- Guided employees on company policies, programs, and benefits actively.
Assistant Manger -HR
MModal Global Services Pvt Ltd
Mysore
07.2015 - 02.2019
- Oversaw complete employee life cycle management for location.
- Led development and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
- Supervised direct reports while mentoring HR teams to enhance capabilities.
- Guided leadership and staff on company programs, policies, and benefits.
- Managed payroll and benefits administration for all employees.
- Ensured compliance with HR processes, payroll accuracy, and statutory audits.
- Supported ISO audit efforts related to HR processes.
- Served as representative member of POSH committee for location.
Senior Executive HR
Mmodal Global Services Pvt Ltd
Mysore
12.2013 - 02.2019
- Managed all HR processes from onboarding to offboarding for location.
- Conducted campus recruitment drives to fulfill business needs.
- Resolved employee grievances and disciplinary disputes through constructive solutions.
- Employed conflict resolution techniques to manage employee disputes effectively.
- Maintained payroll and benefits administration for employees.
- Ensured compliance with HR processes, payroll, and statutory audits.
Executive–Staffing
MyShore IT Solutions Pvt Ltd
Mysore
01.2013 - 12.2013
- Executed IT and ITES recruitment processes to identify top talent.
- Interviewed candidates, negotiated salaries, and conducted reference checks.
- Developed comprehensive employee manual outlining policies, procedures, and benefits.
HR Executive
Apex HR Services Pvt Ltd
Mysore
08.2010 - 09.2012
- Managed recruitment and selection processes to ensure optimal staffing levels.
- Collaborated with clients to track vacancies and initiate recruitment efforts.
- Organized and conducted campus recruitment drives to attract qualified candidates.
- Issued offer, appointment, and relieving letters to streamline onboarding for new hires.
- Oversaw recruitment team activities, ensuring timely completion of initiatives.
- Conducted bi-annual employee progress reviews and performance assessments.
- Recommended resolutions for employee concerns and addressed disciplinary issues effectively.
Education
MBA - Human Resources Management
East West Institute of Technology
Bangalore09-2009
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
Yuvaraja’s College
Mysore,India04-2007
Skills
- Talent management
- Employee engagement
- Succession planning
- Strategic HR planning
- Process improvement
- Performance management
- Change management
- Data analytics
- Employee engagement and retention
- Workforce planning
- Conflict resolution
- Stakeholder collaboration
- Onboarding and offboarding processes
- HR policy development
Accomplishments
- Received the 'Best Support Staff in HR' annual award in December 2015 from Mmodal Global Services Pvt Ltd for highest recruitment & lowest attrition
- Received CEO Discretionary Bonus award for the Year 2015-2016 based on my contributions to Organization in terms of Talent Acquisition & Talent Management -from MModal Global Services Pvt Ltd
- Received the 'Best Support Staff in HR' annual award in Oct 2019 for India South from Aquity Solutions - for Process Improvisations
- Best Independent HR Operations Award in Dec 2011 from APEX Services for setting up of new branch in Mysore and leading the team in the location independently
Languages
Tamil
First Language
Kannada
Proficient (C2)
C2
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
C1
Timeline
Associate Director HR (HRBP)
Aquity Solutions (An Inventurus Knowledge Solutions (IKS) Health company)
06.2024 - Current
Assistant Manager - HR
Aquity Solutions India Pvt Ltd (Formerly Known as Mmodal Global Services Pvt ltd)
03.2019 - 05.2024
Assistant Manger -HR
MModal Global Services Pvt Ltd
07.2015 - 02.2019
Senior Executive HR
Mmodal Global Services Pvt Ltd
12.2013 - 02.2019
Executive–Staffing
MyShore IT Solutions Pvt Ltd
01.2013 - 12.2013
HR Executive
Apex HR Services Pvt Ltd
08.2010 - 09.2012
MBA - Human Resources Management
East West Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
Yuvaraja’s College
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