VIJESH KUMAR K V
Head HR
Cochin
Summary
Strategic HR leader with 16 years of experience enhancing organizational effectiveness through agile frameworks and human capital alignment. Expertise in HR digitalization, talent optimization, and leadership development, driving workforce engagement and productivity improvements. Proven capability in managing HR operations for large organizations, fostering high-performance cultures that support business objectives.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
HR Head
Boby Chemmanur International Group
02.2024 - 07.2025
- Led the HR function for a diversified conglomerate covering FMCG, fashion retail, jewellery, home appliances, apparel, hospitality, IT, manufacturing, real estate, insurance, entertainment, restaurant chains, network marketing, tours and travels, NBFCs, and multi-state cooperative societies.
- Managed a workforce of over 5,000 employees.
- Developed and implemented HR policies to enhance employee engagement and compliance with labor laws.
- Led recruitment strategies, improving talent acquisition processes and reducing time-to-hire significantly.
- Streamlined onboarding programs, fostering a smooth transition for new hires into organizational culture.
Head - HR
Thanal – Daya Rehabilitation Trust
03.2023 - 01.2024
- Led Daya Rehabilitation Trust (THANAL) as a renowned NGO headquartered in Calicut, Kerala. Coordinated efforts across 15 states in India, supporting vulnerable segments of society with a team of over 3,000 employees. Focused on rehabilitation of deprived and marginalized communities through core interventions in education, health, and welfare development.
- Developed and implemented HR policies aligned with organizational goals.
- Led talent acquisition strategies to attract top-tier candidates.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement through employee engagement initiatives.
Senior Manager – HR
Orbito Asia Diagnostics
03.2021 - 09.2022
- Managed HR operations across 30+ diagnostic centers and 300+ employees.
- Utilized a dynamic workforce of 300+ professionals to enhance clinical accuracy and operational excellence in the healthcare diagnostics sector.
- Managed HR operations for 30+ diagnostic centers, supporting 300+ employees with streamlined processes.
- Revamped Performance Management System, enhancing accountability and aligning organizational goals.
- Implemented HR digitalization initiatives improving transparency and operational speed.
- Achieved zero non-compliance in statutory and NABL audits.
- Established a strong pan-India footprint with 30+ state-of-the-art diagnostic centres, delivering high-quality, technology-driven diagnostic services.
- Implemented HR digitalization initiatives, increasing transparency and accelerating operational processes.
- A rapidly growing, Coimbatore-based healthcare imaging and diagnostics organization, recognized for excellence through global CAP accreditation and NABL certification.
Manager – HR
Doc & Mark
05.2018 - 03.2020
- Oversaw HR functions, driving recruitment, resolving employee relations issues, and ensuring compliance.
- Enhanced HR processes and fostered employee engagement through targeted initiatives.
- Doc & Mark (Mark & Orion Ventures Pvt. Ltd.) – A premium fashion brand synonymous with quality, sophistication, and comfort. Since its inception in 1990, the organization has played a pioneering role in shaping fashion standards by delivering high-quality original leather footwear and accessories.
Assistant Manager – HR
Metropolis Healthcare Ltd.
07.2015 - 04.2018
- Coordinated HR operations, talent acquisition, and performance management initiatives to enhance overall effectiveness.
- Complied with regulations and contributed to workforce optimization.
- Developed and implemented recruitment strategies to enhance talent acquisition processes.
- Facilitated employee onboarding programs, improving new hire integration and retention rates.
- Led performance management initiatives, aligning employee goals with organizational objectives.
Assistant Manager – HR
UniverCell Telecommunications India Pvt Ltd.
04.2008 - 07.2015
- Managed HR operations for retail and telecom workforce, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Led recruitment drives and employee engagement initiatives to enhance workforce morale and retention.
- Implemented employee engagement initiatives to enhance workplace culture and morale.
- Streamlined recruitment processes, reducing time-to-hire and improving candidate quality.
- Developed training programs to support employee development and skill enhancement.
Administrative Coordinator
Firstsource Solutions
03.2007 - 03.2008
- Coordinated administrative and HR support activities to ensure smooth operations and effective employee onboarding
- Coordinated scheduling and logistics for team meetings and training sessions.
- Streamlined document management processes to enhance information retrieval efficiency.
- Developed and maintained filing systems, ensuring compliance with organizational standards.
Education
MBA - Human Resource Management
DC School Of Management And Technology
Kottayam, India05-2004
Bachelor of Business Studies -
Govt. Brennen College
Tellicherry,Kannur01-2000
Skills
Talent acquisition
Recruitment & Onboarding
Strategic HR Planning
Performance Management Systems
Talent Management
Manpower Budgeting
HR policy formulation
Labour law compliance
Performance metrics
Employee engagement
Organizational Development
Disciplinary Management
Grievance Handling
Rewards & Recognitions
Vendor Management
Accomplishments
- Integrated decentralized HR functions into a unified corporate framework, introducing robust approval and control mechanisms to enhance governance and operational consistency.
- Designed and implemented a group-wide performance appraisal system integrating KPIs.
- Established structured KRA/KPI frameworks aligning individual and organizational goals.
- Developed and deployed HR manuals, SOPs, and policies across organizations.
- Led HR process automation initiatives, enhancing efficiency and accuracy.
- Successfully conducted HR audits ensuring full statutory compliance.
- Set up and led the POSH Committee, ensuring legal adherence and safe workplace practices.
- Strengthened recruitment processes, improving time-to-hire and talent quality.
- Drove enterprise-wide HR strategy aligned with business growth and operational goals.
- Oversaw end-to-end HR operations including talent management, performance systems, compliance, and employee lifecycle.
- Spearheaded HRMS digital transformation initiatives, improving efficiency and data-driven decision-making.
- Proactively reviewed and restructured manpower across all entities, driving optimal workforce utilization and cost efficiency
Timeline
HR Head
Boby Chemmanur International Group
02.2024 - 07.2025
Head - HR
Thanal – Daya Rehabilitation Trust
03.2023 - 01.2024
Senior Manager – HR
Orbito Asia Diagnostics
03.2021 - 09.2022
Manager – HR
Doc & Mark
05.2018 - 03.2020
Assistant Manager – HR
Metropolis Healthcare Ltd.
07.2015 - 04.2018
Assistant Manager – HR
UniverCell Telecommunications India Pvt Ltd.
04.2008 - 07.2015
Administrative Coordinator
Firstsource Solutions
03.2007 - 03.2008
MBA - Human Resource Management
DC School Of Management And Technology
Bachelor of Business Studies -
Govt. Brennen College