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Venu Somaiah H

Venu Somaiah H

Bangalore

Summary

Versatile HR professional with extensive experience at Simpragma Solutions, specializing in employee engagement, performance management, and talent acquisition. Skilled in HR analytics, compliance, and workforce planning, with a strong focus on training, development, and fostering an inclusive work environment. Adept at conflict resolution, policy implementation, and driving high-performance workplace cultures.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

HR- Head

Simpragma Solutions Pvt Ltd
Bangalore
08.2021 - Current

Company Overview: Simpragma specializes in IT consulting and softwardevelopment services, offering custom software development, web and mobile app development, system integration, cloud computing solutions, database management, DevOps implementation, and AIML solutions automation.

  • Workforce Planning & Stakeholder Collaboration – Partnered with business leaders to forecast workforce needs, align HR strategies with business goals, and drive talent management initiatives.
  • HR Policy, Compliance & Payroll Management – Developed and enforced HR policies, ensured statutory compliance (ESIC, PF, gratuity), and managed payroll processes for employees, interns, and consultants.
  • Employee Engagement & Retention – Addressed grievances, fostered open communication, implemented employee retention strategies, and created a positive work culture.
  • Learning & Development – Designed and delivered training programs to enhance leadership and technical skills, supporting career development and succession planning.
  • Performance Management & Compensation – Worked with management to design performance measurement frameworks, employee development programs, and compensation strategies.
  • HR Analytics & Process Improvement – Utilized HR data analytics to identify trends, optimize processes, and provide actionable insights for decision-making.
  • Industry Engagement & Employer Branding – Represented the organization at job fairs, HR events, and industry seminars to build networks and stay updated on market trends.
  • Leadership & Team Development – Led, mentored, and developed the HR team, fostering a high-performance culture and providing professional growth opportunities.
  • End-to-End Recruitment & Talent Acquisition – Managed the full recruitment lifecycle, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding, while leveraging social media and executive search for key roles.
  • Diversity Hiring & Vendor Management – Focused on diversity hiring, campus recruitment, and outstation drives while managing external vendors and RPO partners to meet talent acquisition goals efficiently.

HR and Support Manager

Kreatio Software Pvt Ltd
04.2014 - 08.2021

Company Overview: Kreatio software Pvt Ltd,. is closely associated with several media houses for the last 17 years

  • End-to-End Recruitment & Staffing – Managed hiring, retention, campus recruitment, RPO coordination, and consultant negotiations for both IT and non-IT sectors.
  • On-boarding & Exit Processes – Handled on-boarding documentation (offer letters, appointment letters, etc.), exit interviews, full & final settlements, and timely clearances.
  • Employee Relations & Grievance Handling – Resolved employee concerns related to salary, leaves, PF, bank accounts, and workplace issues while fostering positive relationships.
  • HR Policy Implementation & Compliance – Developed and enforced HR policies, conducted refresher training, and ensured adherence to organizational procedures.
  • Training & Development – Conducted skill enhancement programs, HR policy training, and leadership development sessions for employees and team leaders.
  • Employee Engagement & Motivation – Organized HR forums, satisfaction surveys, AGMs, and meetings to boost workplace engagement and morale.
  • Compensation & Benefits Administration – Managed payroll inputs, attendance tracking, reimbursements, incentives, and group medical insurance.
  • Performance & Disciplinary Management – Investigated policy violations, issued verbal/written warnings, and implemented disciplinary actions as needed.
  • HR Data & Record Management – Maintained accurate records for recruitment, salary processing, attendance, and leave tracking.
  • Workplace Safety & Compliance – Trained employees on workplace safety and security while ensuring adherence to labor laws and company policies.

HR- Executive

Maxemos
01.2013 - 03.2014
  • End-to-End Recruitment Lifecycle – Managed sourcing, screening, job postings, resume filtering, and interview coordination through online platforms, colleges, and consultancies.
  • Interview & Selection Process – Conducted preliminary interviews, coordinated second-round interviews with department heads, and facilitated final hiring decisions.
  • Offer & Onboarding Management – Issued offer letters, assisted new hires with formalities, and monitored probation progress for confirmation or further action.
  • Manpower Planning & Reporting – Worked with department heads to plan workforce needs, track job vacancies, and provide recruitment status updates.
  • Employee Performance & Appraisal Support – Coordinated goal-setting, performance reviews, and appraisal processes while facilitating employee feedback sessions.
  • Training & Development Coordination – Implemented annual training calendars, organized training programs, and maintained employee competency records.

Facility administration

Kristal
07.2010 - 05.2012
  • Utilities like water, power maintenance, furnisher and fixtures
  • House Keeping and Security
  • Local Purchases
  • General coordination within the factory
  • Sewage and waste management
  • Statutory compliance
  • Contracted services for non-production related support service
  • Property upkeep, repairs
  • Vehicle Management
  • Pest control agencies

Trainer (Facility)

America India Foundation
04.2009 - 03.2010
  • Providing training to Government school teachers based on advance using computer on education and learning, implement of education on eco based

Education

MBA -

Sikkim Manipal University

PGDHRM -

Bangalore University

B.com -

Mangalore University

Skills

  • HR Processes
  • Employee Relations & Engagement
  • Talent Management
  • Performance Management
  • Benefits Administration
  • Compensation & Payroll
  • Employment Law Compliance
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • HR Analytics
  • Leadership Development
  • Training & Development Programs
  • Succession Planning
  • HR Legal Compliance
  • Employee Handbook Development
  • Policy Enforcement
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Risk Management
  • Retention Strategies
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Conflict Management
  • Exit Interviews
  • Employee Onboarding
  • Records Management
  • Company Policies
  • Staff Management
  • Supervisory & Team Management Skills
  • HR Software (Zoho, Workday, HRMS)
  • End-to-End Recruitment
  • Talent Acquisition
  • Leadership Hiring
  • Campus Recruitment
  • Vendor Management
  • Social Media Hiring
  • Recruiting Metrics & Market Intelligence
  • Interviewing Techniques
  • Online Position Posting
  • Background Checks
  • Employer Branding

Certification

  • Naukri Maestro Recruiter.
  • Excel for HR Analytics, calculate HR metrics, build HR dashboards; ML models for Human Resource; People Analytics.
  • HR Analytics, Human Resource Management, HRM, HR payroll, People management.
  • Conflict Management.

Accomplishments

  • Awarded as Best HR Performer 2016.
  • Awarded as Best HR support 2018.
  • Contributed by representing the POSH internal member, ICC
  • MR - ISO Internal Audit 9001 and 27001 - 6 years.
  • Lifetime member of the National Institute of Personnel Management (NIPM)

Projects Handled

  • Interior Project, at 3M India.
  • Rain Water Harvesting.
  • Recycling of Waste Material and Its Reprocess, at American India Foundation.
  • Mass Hiring from Different colleges across India.

Languages

Kannada
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Elementary (A2)
A2

Disclaimer

I hereby declare that the information furnished above is true to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Timeline

HR- Head

Simpragma Solutions Pvt Ltd
08.2021 - Current

HR and Support Manager

Kreatio Software Pvt Ltd
04.2014 - 08.2021

HR- Executive

Maxemos
01.2013 - 03.2014

Facility administration

Kristal
07.2010 - 05.2012

Trainer (Facility)

America India Foundation
04.2009 - 03.2010

MBA -

Sikkim Manipal University

PGDHRM -

Bangalore University

B.com -

Mangalore University
Venu Somaiah H