Venkatesh Sadagopan
Human Resource
Chennai
Summary
A “Performance Driven Professional” bringing in high level of Process Orientation and People Management Skills developed over 18 years’ career Proficiency in developing, deploying and reviewing various HR Policies, Programs and Procedures Design and Deploy Grievance Redressal Mechanism Strong data based approach and process orientation Extend Subject Matter Expertise by Advising and Counselling Supervisors / Managers and Employees on matters of conflict An ambassador of organizational values with strong orientation to business objectives Provide HR inputs on key policy / compliance related matters to business leaders / Head of Operations Utilize strong inter-personal abilities to enhance workplace relationships to align to Business Objectives Prudent, disciplined & self motivated with excellent interpersonal, communication & organizational skills Proven abilities in team management, experience-backed judgements, strong work ethics and irreproachable integrity Versatile Senior Manager specializing in HR and skilled at planning, implementing and overseeing key improvements to drive business growth and efficiency. History of cultivating an open culture with free exchange of information. Pursuing new professional challenges with a growth-oriented company. Forward-thinking Senior Manager adept at managing teams of 2500employees with 10 direct reports to accomplish challenging objectives. Imparts clear vision to guide cohesive, high-performing teams. Dedicated HR professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Collaborative leader partners with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings. Proactive and meticulous HRwith over 24 years of experience in Manufacturing, Retail and IT services industry. Proficiencies in inventory control, sales, staff training and development. Customer-oriented team player with expertise generating optimal satisfaction levels while building profits and client generation.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
1996
1996
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Head HR
Helius Computech India Private Limited
8 2021 - Current
- Managing HR back office operations for 5 countries including India, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam and Malaysia and HR for India
- Responsible for preparing the HR dashboards and sharing it with the top management
- Ensuring on time initiation of BGV and closure of BGVs
- Ensuring on time distribution of assets to employees
- Ensuring employee satisfaction through various employee engagement activities
- On time collection of timesheets to process payroll
- Responsible for designing the HR Policies and periodical review of the same
- Creating a strong connect between the HR and the stakeholders
- Guiding and coaching HR team to deliver efficient high quality HR solutions and service
- Ensuring proper coordination of new hire induction
- Ensure HAP (HR Software) is up to date with employee related details
- Involve in continuous improvement of HAP wrt HR related functions
- Ensuring on time submission of timesheets by employees
- Ensuring ontime payroll input is shared with the finance team
- Proper documentation of statutory and compliance related data on a monthly basis
- Ensuring upkeep of facility at all times
- Processing reimbursement claims
- Senior Stakeholder Management
- Managed complex employee relations issues, fostering a culture of trust, respect, and open communication.
- Oversaw benefits administration, providing competitive offerings while maintaining cost-effectiveness for the organization.
- Designed and implemented succession planning initiatives, preparing the organization for future leadership transitions.
- Implemented workforce planning strategies that successfully addressed staffing needs during periods of rapid growth or contraction.
- Developed strategic partnerships with key business leaders to drive organizational change and growth.
- Strengthened employer branding efforts through targeted marketing campaigns and social media presence enhancement.
- Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency and improved employee satisfaction.
- Championed diversity and inclusion efforts, promoting a more inclusive workplace environment.
- Improved onboarding processes to accelerate new hire productivity and expedite their assimilation into the company culture.
- Cultivated a positive work environment through continuous improvement initiatives and strong leadership.
- Conducted thorough compensation analyses to ensure market competitiveness while managing total rewards costs effectively.
- Implemented comprehensive talent management programs, resulting in a high-performing workforce.
- Established metrics-driven approach to HR decision-making, utilizing data analytics to inform strategy development and execution.
- Directed performance management systems to support employee development and organizational success.
Senior Manager Human Resources
Solartis Technology Services Private Limited
08.2016 - 02.2021
- Handling the entire HR function (Hiring to exit)
- Manpower planning for the entire operations
- Responsible for proper workforce planning and on time hiring delivery
- Responsible for preparing the HR dashboards and sharing it with the top management
- Ensuring employee satisfaction through various employee engagement activities
- Responsible for designing the HR Policies and periodical review of the same
- Creating a strong connect between the HR and the stakeholders
- Guiding and coaching HR team to deliver efficient high quality HR solutions and service
- Ensuring proper coordination of new hire induction and training
- Handholding of new hire till completion of process training and GO Live
- Identifying Training needs for employees at all levels and conducting the relevant program
- Ensure Workline (HR Software) is up to date with employee related details
- Monitoring daily attendance in Workline
- Ensuring ontime payroll input is shared with the finance team
- Proper documentation of statutory and compliance related data on a monthly basis
- Senior Stakeholder Management
Manager Human Resources
Serco Global Services
07.2007 - 08.2016
- Handling BHR function for Thane Center with a span of 2000 FTE’s
- Led the Business Partner role for Chennai & Currently Mumbai (managed Processes for Health Care, Banking Vertical)
- Responsible for driving the HR agenda and working with the operations team to achieve key business deliverables in particular designing and implementing HR systems and processes that support strategic business aims with regard to talent management, employee engagement, retention and people development for over 900 employees
- Managed HR Operations for a period of over 4 Yrs (2008 – 2012) for Chennai centre HQ 2200 FTE’s
- Creating a strong governance framework for the function and designing new initiatives to enhance business partnership, employee connect, HR efficiency and advocacy
- Guiding and coaching HR team to deliver efficient high quality HR solutions and service
- Senior Stakeholder Management
Functional Specialist - HR
Sutherland Global Services
10.2005 - 06.2007
- Execute Corporate/Business Unit Human Resources initiatives within the Program as required for smooth day to day functioning
- Provide general human resources support to multiple facilities
- Work with Talent Acquisition team to coordinate replenishment hiring and seasonal hiring for facility
- Inducting new hires into the system and arrange a thorough orientation for them
- Responsible for implementing training programs and schedules to ensure the continuous education and development of employees, both experienced and entry level personnel
- Ensure delivery of programs and evaluate effectiveness of training and materials for program effectiveness and value of training money investments
- Provide performance management support and training for managers and employees including goal-setting, coaching and appraisal skills
- Initiate and co-ordinate appraisal/confirmation process
- Responsible for interpreting related HR policies and procedures to the employees
- Responsible for anticipating and proactively addressing concerns brought to Employee Relations attention, driving critical issues to closure through timely and through investigations, developing effective business partnerships and aligning Employee Relation initiatives with organizational strategic plans
- To take initiatives to improve work environment and job satisfaction by conducting exit interviews; meeting with staff who have complaints about the work environment; identifying perceived trends and issues; developing recommendations; suggesting new training programs
- Conducting and arranging for celebrations and rewarding the top performers on a monthly basis
- Responsible for the development, implementation, and maintenance of human resource information systems (HRIS) using PeopleSoft associated with the collection, retrieval, accessibility, and usage of employee information for Human Resource department planning and activities
- Maintain internal database files and tables, and develops custom reports to meet the requirements of staff coming under specific programme
Senior Executive – Human Resources
GR Fragrances Limited
02.2004 - 10.2005
- Cultivated a culture of continuous improvement by promoting open communication channels for feedback from all levels within the organization.
- Reduced personnel costs by restructuring the management hierarchy to eliminate redundancies and promote cross-functional collaboration.
- Developed high-performing teams by recruiting top talent and fostering an environment conducive to professional development and personal growth.
- Cultivated high-performance culture that doubled company's profitability in under two years.
- Secured key talent by refining recruitment strategies, ensuring attraction of high-caliber candidates.
Executive - TQC & HR
Sundaram Clayton Limited
01.2002 - 01.2004
Consultant
Team V & Auro Ace Management Consultants
05.2000 - 12.2001
Education
Bachelors of Mechanical Engineering -
Madras University
Masters of Business Administration - undefined
PSG institute of Management
Skills
Employee Relations
Recruitment Strategies
HR analytics
Onboarding Programs
Performance Appraisals
HR technology
Workforce Planning
Organizational Development
Global HR experience
Talent management
Accomplishments
- Recovered close to 4 Lacs + in Full and Final Settlements.
- Savings of Rs 1L a Quarter through efficient HR auditing.
- Awarded with the Annual award for the best performer for the year 2008-2009 by the Company CEO.
- Awarded 'The best employee of the quarter' (JAS 08-09) by the COO.
Expertise
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Professionalbrief
A Performance Driven Professional bringing in high level of Process Orientation and People Management Skills developed over 18 years’ career., Proficiency in developing, deploying and reviewing various HR Policies, Programs and Procedures, Strong data based approach and process orientation, Extend Subject Matter Expertise by Advising and Counselling Supervisors / Managers and Employees on matters of conflict, An ambassador of organizational values with strong orientation to business objectives, Utilize strong inter-personal abilities to enhance workplace relationships to align to Business Objectives, Prudent, disciplined & self motivated with excellent interpersonal, communication & organizational skills, Proven abilities in team management, experience-backed judgements, strong work ethics and irreproachable integrity
Personal Information
- Passport Number: Valid Indian Passport
- Date of Birth: 05/01/75
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
Senior Manager Human Resources
Solartis Technology Services Private Limited
08.2016 - 02.2021
Manager Human Resources
Serco Global Services
07.2007 - 08.2016
Functional Specialist - HR
Sutherland Global Services
10.2005 - 06.2007
Senior Executive – Human Resources
GR Fragrances Limited
02.2004 - 10.2005
Executive - TQC & HR
Sundaram Clayton Limited
01.2002 - 01.2004
Consultant
Team V & Auro Ace Management Consultants
05.2000 - 12.2001
Masters of Business Administration - undefined
PSG institute of Management
Head HR
Helius Computech India Private Limited
8 2021 - Current
Bachelors of Mechanical Engineering -
Madras University
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