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BINDU DESETTY

BINDU DESETTY

HR Leader with 22 years of experience
Bangalore

Summary

Strategic and results-driven HR Leader with 22+ years of experience in driving organizational excellence, talent strategy and workforce transformation. Adept at developing high-performing teams, streamlining HR operations, and implementing innovative solutions to enhance employee experience and business impact.

Proven expertise in HR business partnering, engagement and large-scale change management across global and multi-cultural environments.

Recognized for navigating complex challenges with agility, fostering leadership alignment and delivering strategic HR initiatives that drive sustainable growth

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Director - Business Partner, TA, Engagement

Technicolor Group
09.2022 - Current
  • Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance in seeking opportunities for professional growth.
  • Headed Employee Engagement Strategy for India with themes covering mental health, Inclusivity, boosting morale and positive work environment through a high impact no cost strategy.
  • Implemented innovative solutions to solve complex problems, resulting in increased productivity and streamlined operations.
  • Project headed Project Redwood, headcount rebalancing exercise with precision efficiency through planning, stakeholder and functions management, to enable dignified exit.
  • Handled South Korea and extended support to Australia on HR matters.
  • Headed talent acquisition ensuring alignment with both Studios' growth strategies.
  • Supported organizational change initiatives, eg. Workday, Job Architecture, Performance management implementation through periods of transition, minimizing disruption to productivity.
  • Evaluated compensation structures and medians, ensuring competitive positioning within the market and internal parity.

HR Head

Anode
04.2020 - 08.2022
  • Set up and streamlined HR processes, policies and compliance.
  • Enabled a culture of continuous learning through professional development opportunities and live workshops.
  • Implemented performance management systems, providing constructive feedback and coaching opportunities.

Entrepreneur

Self
03.2018 - 02.2020
  • Launched Blue Enso, successful entrepreneurial venture with self illustrated merchandise.
  • Freelanced as Digital Artist, Contemporary Artist and Surface Pattern Designer through projects and brand collaborations.
  • Leadership council member of Karnataka WICCI Arts - Women's Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry that works towards global impact for Women Entrepreneurs, Businesswomen and Professionals across industries.
  • Built a strong brand recognition and customer loyalty by delivering high-quality products and services consistently over time.
  • Developed strategic and pro bono partnerships with key industry players to enhance brand visibility and credibility.

Unit Manager - OD, Business Partner

Infosys
01.2013 - 11.2017
  • Led Organization Development portfolio for very large business unit spread across locations and geographies.
  • Custodian of Performance Management and Role Change process across appraisal streams for Unit.
  • Formulated process level strategies and implementation on programs for Performance Management, Career Management and Leadership Development, in alignment with Corporate.
  • Optimized career architecture effectiveness through focused partnership with Business for billable roles and role ratios.
  • Ran built models to identify competency and talent gaps and devised specific talent management programs.
  • Managed up to 21 team members across locations in India.
  • Conceptualized and executed HR Strategy plan, aligned to annual Business Plan.
  • Responsible for overall employee engagement, career experience and career development of key talent in Unit.
  • Accountable for HRBP team's operational metrics and index.
  • Managed compensation programs and budget allocations in compensation reviews, performance bonus payout exercises for Unit.

Specialist – Engagement, Rewards, Business Partner

Accenture Services Pvt. Ltd
02.2008 - 01.2012
  • Constructed theme based engagement programs aligned to Organization strategies.
  • Project managed pan India events - Executive Conclaves for leadership, Location level Town halls and Award Ceremonies, India PPA (People Project Advocates) Meets, International Woman's Day celebrations etc.
  • Leveraged Career Counseling Framework to identify and develop mentoring initiatives.
  • Accountable for implementation of annual Global Employee Survey and internal Survey for gauging employee engagement and environment.
  • Restructured Rewards & Recognition process to align Rewards philosophy and objectives.
  • Managed budget allocation for India Centers of Excellence.
  • Delivered solutions to Leadership on succession planning, executive promotions etc.
  • Deployed and managed voluntary exits of large Unit after merger of Wyeth with Pfizer.
  • Collaborated in execution of programs and initiatives for Capability Development and High Performer programs.
  • Implemented multiple retention based programs for high risk talent pool.
  • Drove Global Employee Survey deployment for better awareness, participation and communication and driving action planning and implementation.

Engagement Manager, Business Partner

Aris Global, Sitel Pvt Ltd., GE Capital
07.2002 - 02.2008
  • Additional tenure as Engagement Manager at Aris Global and Human Resource Professional at Sitel Pvt Ltd and GE Capital.

Skills

Visionary leadership Streamline and simplify Create and implement talent strategies Program, project and change management Analytical and creative thinking Create high performing teams

Timeline

Director - Business Partner, TA, Engagement

Technicolor Group
09.2022 - Current

HR Head

Anode
04.2020 - 08.2022

Entrepreneur

Self
03.2018 - 02.2020

Unit Manager - OD, Business Partner

Infosys
01.2013 - 11.2017

Specialist – Engagement, Rewards, Business Partner

Accenture Services Pvt. Ltd
02.2008 - 01.2012

Engagement Manager, Business Partner

Aris Global, Sitel Pvt Ltd., GE Capital
07.2002 - 02.2008
BINDU DESETTYHR Leader with 22 years of experience