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Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Key Projects
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Swarita Murali

Swarita Murali

Sr. Learning and Leadership Development Practitioner
Pune

Summary

Strategic and results-oriented Learning & Development leader with 12+ years of experience driving high-impact talent development initiatives. Certified ICF Coach and instructional design expert with a proven track record of enhancing managerial effectiveness by 20%, transforming learning ecosystems, and leading global programs that improve employee engagement and client outcomes. Expertise in stakeholder collaboration, building inclusive cultures, and implementing competency-based frameworks to align workforce skills with organizational goals. Passionate about fostering leadership pipelines and driving excellence through innovative L&D strategies.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Certifications

Work History

Principal Educator & Sr. Manager

KPIT Technologies
07.2021 - 08.2024
  • Strategic Leadership: Revitalized global L&D programs, boosting engagement by 25% and leadership performance metrics.
  • Coaching Excellence: Implemented ICF Coaching for leaders, increasing team productivity and managerial effectiveness by 20%.
  • Learning Innovation: Designed competency-based onboarding, cutting ramp-up time by 30% and enhancing global client collaboration.
  • Global Impact: Delivered certification programs for 500+ leaders, focusing on coaching, communication, and technical skills.

Deputy Manager - Learning & Development | HR

CREAT - Uno Minda
08.2019 - 04.2021
  • Strategic Training Design: Comprehensive TNA to develop tailored training programs and assessments aligned with organizational goals across multiple departments.
  • Leadership Development: Led talent development and engagement initiatives, enhancing team collaboration and performance.
  • Training Delivery & Impact: Delivered behavioral & managerial programs, increasing engagement and effectiveness by 30%.
  • Process Improvement: Implemented feedback mechanisms, boosting training satisfaction by 20%.
  • Vendor & Budget Management: Managed vendor relationships and budgets, ensuring scalable program success.

Training Lead - Support Services

Cybage Software
01.2019 - 08.2019
  • Training Needs Assessment: Led TNI and TNA processes to pinpoint skill gaps across departments, resulting in the creation of targeted learning interventions.
  • Customized Learning Programs: Designed and delivered specialized training on Managerial Coaching, Client-Centric Communication, and Professional Skills, improving team performance by 15%.
  • Impact Measurement: Developed & administered detailed assessments, evaluating training effectiveness and providing actionable insights for future program improvements.
  • Client-Focused Training: Tailored training content to meet client-specific requirements, resulting in improved CSAT & client engagement.

Professional Skills Sr. Educator

KPIT Technologies
10.2013 - 11.2018
  • Competency-Based Skill Development: Implemented competency mapping, creating personalized development paths for all employees.
  • Training Program Leadership: Led large-scale initiatives, including TTT sessions, training 300+ facilitators and leaders.
  • Behavioral Consulting: Delivered expert consult on behavioral skills and designed assessments and targeted interventions to boost engagement and productivity.
  • Psychological Research Application: Applied psychological principles, using tools like DISC, FIRO-B and personality profiling to enhance team dynamics.
  • Employee Wellbeing: Developed programs on positive psychology and wellbeing, improving retention by 10%.

Executive - Risk Consulting

KPMG India
01.2013 - 08.2013
  • BGV Management: Oversaw background verification reports and project documentation for risk consulting.
  • HR Support: Enhanced internal reporting efficiency and streamlined processes.
  • Risk Analysis: Contributed to risk analysis and optimized background check processes.

Senior Psychometrician

DOTT 360 Assessments
04.2012 - 01.2013

Company Overview: Start-up Online Assessment Company

  • Psychometric Test Development: Led the creation of assessments, improving recruitment accuracy by 25%.
  • Research Leadership: Managed test development research, enhancing the assessment portfolio.
  • Content Creation & Reporting: Developed test content and reports, providing actionable insights on candidate suitability.

Education

Masters in Industrial Organizational Psychology - Humanities

University of Pune (SPPU)
Pune, India
05.2010 - 05.2012

Bachelors in Psychology -

Nowrosjee Wadia College, University of Pune
04.2006 - 10.2009

Skills

Leadership & Talent Development

Accomplishments

  • Breakthrough Achievement – Client Champion Awards (2021–2024): Recognized for exceptional client engagement and impactful learning solutions at KPIT Technologies.
  • Millennial Coach of the Year (2019): Honored by the World HRD Congress for excellence in managerial coaching and talent development.
  • Best in Class – Coaching Leadership Awards (2020): Awarded for outstanding coaching skills and leadership impact as the youngest recipient.
  • Scholar’s Day Vice Chancellor Awards: Conferred for academic excellence and leadership during undergraduate studies at Nowrosjee Wadia Institute, Pune.

Certification

Professional Certified Coach (PCC) – International Coach Federation (ICF)

Key Projects

  • Project Propel (2021–2024): Enhanced consultative skills for client-facing leaders, strengthening client relationships and value delivery.
  • Competency-Based Hiring (2022–2024): Developed frameworks for interview simulations, improving hiring precision for freshers and lateral roles.
  • Managerial Certifications (Multiple years): Scaled global leadership, coaching, and communication programs, impacting 500+ leaders.
  • Special Programs (Multiple years): Designed DEI, cross-cultural, and emotional intelligence initiatives, fostering inclusivity.
  • Global Learning Architect (Multiple years): Led scalable competency programs, aligning workforce skills with business goals.

Timeline

Certified Instructional Designer – Strengthscape

09-2022

Principal Educator & Sr. Manager

KPIT Technologies
07.2021 - 08.2024

Advanced Coaching Certification

08-2020

Professional Certified Coach (PCC) – International Coach Federation (ICF)

05-2020

Deputy Manager - Learning & Development | HR

CREAT - Uno Minda
08.2019 - 04.2021

Training Lead - Support Services

Cybage Software
01.2019 - 08.2019

Certification in Training Delivery Excellence

02-2018

Professional Skills Sr. Educator

KPIT Technologies
10.2013 - 11.2018

Executive - Risk Consulting

KPMG India
01.2013 - 08.2013

Certification in Counseling Skills & Psychotherapy

05-2012

Senior Psychometrician

DOTT 360 Assessments
04.2012 - 01.2013

Masters in Industrial Organizational Psychology - Humanities

University of Pune (SPPU)
05.2010 - 05.2012

Bachelors in Psychology -

Nowrosjee Wadia College, University of Pune
04.2006 - 10.2009

Personality Assessment Tools – CB5, REBT, DISC (Multiple Years)

Swarita MuraliSr. Learning and Leadership Development Practitioner