Vishal Awasthi
Jaipur
Summary
Strategic HR leader with over 15 years of experience in workforce transformation and human capital analytics within high-growth sectors such as insurance, retail, and technology. Proven expertise in enhancing sales force productivity, talent acquisition, and HRBP delivery. Recognized for optimizing recruitment strategies and aligning organizational goals to drive revenue growth.
Overview
2
2
Languages
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Manager - HR & Administration
Luxora Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
Rajasthan
04.2026 - Current
- Spearheaded strategic HR direction and workforce planning to align human capital with company growth metrics.
- Oversaw performance management systems and employee relations to ensure policy compliance and foster a high-performance work culture.
- Leveraged HR analytics and automated workflows to optimise workforce productivity and enhance reporting precision.
Career Break & Health Recovery
NA
Jaipur, India
01.2025 - 03.2026
- Achieved full recovery with minimal 5% residual physical deformity, ensuring continued professional work capacity.
- Pursued intensive rehabilitation during medical leave for recovery from paralysis-related health condition.
- Led HR initiatives across global locations, driving effective team collaboration and organisational alignment.
Regional HR Manager / Manager - HRBP
Canara HSBC Life Insurance Co. Ltd.
Rajasthan & Punjab
03.2018 - 12.2024
- Earned Top Business HR Nationwide and Best Performer in Recruitment HR for exceeding KPI target metrics and talent acquisition standards.
- Sustained 95% YTD Manning Level across large sales distribution networks by optimizing candidate sourcing (60% organic/referrals vs. 40% agency mix).
- Partnered with 500+ multi-channel sales and operational employees as Strategic HR Business Partner; enabled revenue growth across regional branches.
- Executed regional rollout and UAT for ZING-HR portal, facilitating digital HR transformation and increasing employee self-service adoption.
- Developed and mentored team of 3 HR professionals, enhancing sales hiring skills and stakeholder management capabilities, resulting in 2 promotions within 2 years.
Manager - Human Resources
Lifecare Pharmacy (Corner Store Technologies)
Rajasthan
12.2016 - 03.2018
- Led HR initiatives for 700+ multi-location workforce, managing talent acquisition, employee lifecycle, and retention strategy to enhance employee experience.
- Designed and executed strategic HR policies aligned with corporate objectives while directly leading an HR operations and recruitment team of 3.
- Supervised staff recruitment, interviewing, selecting and onboarding.
- Managed employee relations, addressing grievances and conflicts to foster a positive work environment.
- Led recruitment processes, including job postings, interviews, and candidate selection, to secure top talent.
Associate Manager - Human Resources
HDFC Life Insurance Co. Ltd.
Rajasthan
06.2015 - 10.2016
- Achieved recognition as one of the top 3 HR Business Partners nationally for excellence in source mix optimisation and manning efficiency.
- Managed HR business partnership for 450+ sales & support staff, driving Rajasthan to #1 ranking nationwide in key HR metrics.
- Managed team of 10+ associates, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for development and rewarding achievements.
- Investigated issues impacting organisational operations and service delivery to understand root causes, prepare detailed reports and recommend corrective actions.
HR Business Partner (HRBP) / Sales Support
Aegon Religare Life Insurance Co. Ltd.
12.2009 - 01.2014
- Promoted from customer service associate to HRBP, leveraging business domain knowledge to develop retention and talent management strategies.
- Analysed sales attrition and workforce trends, creating tailored engagement plans to support business units.
Customer Service Executive
ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Co. Ltd.
04.2008 - 12.2009
Education
MBA - HR & Finance
ICFAI National College
Jaipur, Rajasthan01-2007
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) -
Rajasthan University
Jaipur, Rajasthan01-2004
Skills
- HR business strategy
- HR management strategy
- HR transformation
- HR analytics and metrics
- HR analytics proficiency
- Digital HRIS
- Talent sales alignment
- Acquisition strategies
- Retention strategies
- Performance systems
- Organisational design
- Workforce strategies
- Change processes
- Employee compliance
- Employee relations
- Stakeholder engagement
- Team leadership capabilities
- Engagement strategies
- Development practices
- Engagement strategies
Languages
English
Hindi
Custom
Delhi NCR, Jaipur, Chandigarh, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Pan-India, Dubai (UAE), Qatar, Singapore, Malaysia, Canada, Germany, United Kingdom (Britain), New Zealand, Worldwide
Timeline
Senior Manager - HR & Administration
Luxora Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
04.2026 - Current
Career Break & Health Recovery
NA
01.2025 - 03.2026
Regional HR Manager / Manager - HRBP
Canara HSBC Life Insurance Co. Ltd.
03.2018 - 12.2024
Manager - Human Resources
Lifecare Pharmacy (Corner Store Technologies)
12.2016 - 03.2018
Associate Manager - Human Resources
HDFC Life Insurance Co. Ltd.
06.2015 - 10.2016
HR Business Partner (HRBP) / Sales Support
Aegon Religare Life Insurance Co. Ltd.
12.2009 - 01.2014
Customer Service Executive
ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Co. Ltd.
04.2008 - 12.2009
MBA - HR & Finance
ICFAI National College
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) -
Rajasthan University