Sumanth Rao Thanam
Head - HRBP
Summary
Strategic and forward-thinking HR professional with expertise in optimizing human capital and aligning initiatives across multiple business units. Skilled in resource planning, budgeting, and talent management to cultivate high-performance teams and foster a positive organizational culture. Proven success in change management and driving cultural transformation to achieve organizational goals. Experienced in managing employee relations, engagement, training, hiring, and organizational development as a proactive change catalyst.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
2002
2002
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Head – Talent Exp Group
Conneqt Business Solutions (A Division of QUESS)
05.2022 - Current
- Work Closely with Operations to align HR Strategy
- Responsible for Employee Experience across the organization & oversee employee relations to ensure a harmonious workplace.
- Design & Implement retention strategies considering the unique challenge such as high attrition rates
- Automation of all the HR Process (Nikki HR, NDC, R&R Platform (EMPULSE), Power BI Reports, Chatbots, Alumni Portal & IJP Mobile App)
- Monitor & Analyze HR Metrics and provide insights and recommendations
- Develop & Implement employee engagement programs
- Manage PMS ensuring regular feedback, goal setting & employee development
- Manage the HR Budget in ensuring optimal allocation of resources for HR initiatives & programs
- Other HR Ops related activities (Insurance, MIS, Payroll, Disciplinary & Legal Issues)
- Guide leaders on complex people issues by resolving grievances/ disciplinary issues.
- Collaborate with other HR functions to ensure cohesive HR operations
- Leading & mentoring a team of 77 HRBP's, ensuring they are equipped to support various business units effectively.
- Leading Implementation Oracle Fusion with our implementation Partners
- AOP Preparation for HR Dept
- Driving Cost Optimization Initiatives
Dy. Vice President - HR
KFin Technologies Pvt Ltd., (KFINTECH)
01.2017 - 05.2022
Sr. Manager – HR
Matrimony.com Ltd.
01.2013 - 12.2016
Chief Manager – HR
Kotak Mahindra Bank
07.2011 - 12.2012
Manager - HR
ING Life Insurance Pvt Ltd., (Exide Life)
04.2008 - 07.2011
Asst.Manager - HR
FirstIndian Corporation Pvt Ltd.
10.2003 - 04.2008
Education
M.B.A - Human Resource Management
Kakatiya University
B.B.M - undefined
Kakatiya University
D.C.S - Computer Sciences
Datapro
MDP - Strategic Human Resource Management
XLRI
Skills
Effective stakeholder engagement
Industries Worked
- IT/ITES/BPO/BPM
- Life Insurance & Banking
- Fintech
- Ecommerce
Other Roles And Responsibilities
- Lead large HR teams
- Formulated & executed talent acquisition strategies to ensure capacity building.
- Specialized in building the HR dimensions across the organizations.
- Designed & executed ESAT survey and actioned the outcome to improve the satisfaction scores
- Lead Great place to work certification & CII HR Awards
- Specialized in designing employee engagement programs
- Responsible for driving the performance management systems across the organizations.
- Responsible for talent retention through various initiatives
- Partnered with business teams in both defining business strategy and in driving the operational execution
- Build the necessary organizational capabilities by ensuring alignment of HR activities and solutions.
- Partnered with COE's in driving various initiatives
- Experience in leading HR Audit (Internal & external)
- Designed HR policies & Implemented HRIS systems like Delphi HRIS, Peoplestrong, Oracle & Darwin Box
- Responsible for leading various change management initiatives
- Member of Ethics, POSH & Grievance redressal committee
- Formulated & designed various training programs for all the levels
- Responsible for cascading the Mission, Vision & Values through various programs
- Experience in setting up the HRBP Structure
- Handled various employee related litigations
- Automation of HR Processes( Rewards & Recognition, Attrition Management & Disciplinary Actions)
Personal Information
- Father's Name: Manohar Rao Thanam
- Notice Period: 90 Days
- Date of Birth: 05/26/80
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
Head – Talent Exp Group
Conneqt Business Solutions (A Division of QUESS)
05.2022 - Current
Dy. Vice President - HR
KFin Technologies Pvt Ltd., (KFINTECH)
01.2017 - 05.2022
Sr. Manager – HR
Matrimony.com Ltd.
01.2013 - 12.2016
Chief Manager – HR
Kotak Mahindra Bank
07.2011 - 12.2012
Manager - HR
ING Life Insurance Pvt Ltd., (Exide Life)
04.2008 - 07.2011
Asst.Manager - HR
FirstIndian Corporation Pvt Ltd.
10.2003 - 04.2008
B.B.M - undefined
Kakatiya University
D.C.S - Computer Sciences
Datapro
MDP - Strategic Human Resource Management
XLRI
M.B.A - Human Resource Management
Kakatiya University
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