V.S. Aravind
Chennai
Summary
Achievement-driven/High Performance Management professional with proven skills in contributing toward building synergistic organizations in the global business arena by providing strategic inputs to leverage the potential of human resources in the most effective and humane manner; targeting leadership assignments in HR Operations with an organization of high repute. Talented Manager with expert team leadership, planning, and organizational skills built during successful career. Smoothly equip employees to independently handle daily functions and meet customer needs. Diligent trainer and mentor with exceptional management abilities and results-driven approach.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Manager - HR
Bharathi Meraki Group of Companies
10.2021 - Current
- Developing and implementing recruitment strategies to attract and retain top talent
- Leading the recruitment process, including job postings, candidate sourcing, interviewing, and selection
- Collaborating with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and workforce planning initiatives
- Managing relationships with external recruitment agencies and vendors
- Acting as a trusted advisor to employees and managers on HR-related matters
- Staying proactive in addressing employee relations issues, conflicts, and grievances in a timely and effective manner
- Promoting employee engagement initiatives and programs to foster a positive work culture
- Conducting regular employee feedback sessions and implementing action plans to address concerns
- Developing and implementing performance management processes and systems to drive employee productivity and development; ensuring timely salary disbursement on a monthly basis
- Conducting performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback, and supporting career development planning
- Identifying opportunities for performance improvement and recognition
- Identifying training needs and developing training programs to enhance employee skills and competencies
- Coordinating and facilitating training sessions on topics such as leadership development, diversity and inclusion, and compliance training; partnering with department managers to implement on-the-job training and mentoring programs
- Evaluating training effectiveness and recommending improvements as needed
- Managing compensation and benefits programs, including salary benchmarking, job evaluations, and benefit plan administration; facilitating goal-setting exercises and monitoring progress towards objectives
- Conducting regular compensation reviews and making recommendations for salary adjustments and bonuses
- Ensuring compliance with relevant labor laws and regulations regarding compensation and benefits
- Providing guidance and support to employees on compensation and benefits-related inquiries
- Ensuring compliance with all applicable labor laws, regulations, and company policies
- Developing and maintaining HR policies and procedures to promote fairness, consistency, and legal compliance
- Staying abreast of changes in employment law and regulations and updating policies accordingly
- Conducting audits and assessments to identify areas of non-compliance and implementing corrective actions
- Collaborating across the organization to foster cohesion and harmony within evolving teams, while aligning them with the company's vision for growth and integration amid acquisitions.
- Devised hiring and recruitment policies for 150-employee company.
Manager HR & Admin
Dhruvan Autocorp Pvt Ltd (Dealers of Ford Sales & Service)
04.2016 - 09.2021
- Prepared Annual HR budgets as well as Annual Recruitment Plans
- Ensured on-time closure of Recruitments and conducted Onboarding & Induction Training
- Monitored Attendance marking of all employees; processed Monthly Payrolls
- Prepared Annual Training calendar to manage the upskilling process of existing employees and to create a culture of personal development and training; ensured on-time payment of Company's monthly bills
- Followed up for probation clearances from respective Department Heads for new recruits
- Identified people from each department for Training Programs
- Systematically handled, Submitted and Maintained Administrative Files such as Leave and Permission
- Coordinated for On-time completion of Performance reviews
- Conducted Effective Exit Interviews to build better teams; ensured on-time preparation of MIS Reports.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
Senior Executive - HR & Admin
Prime Focus Pvt. Ltd.,(Animation & Post Production)
04.2012 - 03.2016
- Formulated & Implemented HR strategies & initiatives aligned with the overall Business strategy
- Mediated between Management & Employee relations by addressing Demands, Grievances & other issues
- Orchestrated Recruitment & selection process in coordination with Zonal Head's
- Fostered current & future business needs through the Development, Engagement, Motivation & Preservation of Human Capital; conducted Performance evaluations; supervised HR MIS and Exit Processes
- Conducted periodic evaluations of Pay plan & Benefits program
- Identified and Addressed Training Needs to implement & monitor Training Programs
- Presented to Management & provided decision support through HR metrics
- Managed Vendor Relations (Recruitment partners, Training Partners etc.) Key Priorities: Designed HR strategies aligned with overall business strategy; led Recruitment & Selection
- Orchestrated the Employee cycle changes; conducted Exit Interviews
- Directed the Talent Management Cycle; managed the career growth path of the employees
- Organized Campus Placement Drive; executed the Induction Process; monitored the pulse of the Business Ecosystem
- Managed Vendor Relations; cultivated Resource Pool through social media & industry contacts
- Administered Payroll & Leave management; cultivated Employee Benefits & Engagement.
Catering Manager
Raj Group Of Restaurants
08.2011 - 03.2012
- Met with clients to outline desired goals and prepared quotes for overall catering costs
- Set and enforced performance and service standards to keep consistent, high-quality environment devoted to customer satisfaction
- Secured new clients and accounts by analyzing and catering products to specific needs
- Organized and oversaw food service training to educate employees on resetting tables, relaying orders to cooks and upselling food and beverages.
- Handled payment collection and payroll of 280 employees.
- Met with clients to outline desired goals and prepared quotes for overall catering costs.
- Promoted catering packages with most profitable outcomes without sacrificing client desires.
- Designed catering packages to increase sales and customer experience.
- Coordinated with event planners for floor and table layouts, guest numbers, and overall catering needs.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Nanyang Institute Of Management
Singapore03.2011
Masters in Human Resources & Marketing Management - Human Resources Management
Indian Institute of Planning & Management
Chennai06.2010
Bachelor Of Business Administration -
Indian Institute of Planning & Management
Chennai06.2008
Skills
- Talent Acquisition & Retention
- Talent Management
- Strategic Planning
- Employee Relations & Engagement/Performance Management
- Negotiation & Change Management
- Budgeting & Cost Optimization
- Team Building & Leadership
- Cross-functional Coordination
- Lateral Hiring / Campus Hiring
- Stakeholder Management
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Compensation Benchmarking
- Business Administration
- Staff Development
- Policy Implementation
- Workforce Management
- Operations Management
- Key Performance Indicators
- Cross-functional team management
- Negotiation
- Staff Training and Development
- Performance Evaluations
- Time Management
- Cross-Functional Teamwork
- Team Leadership
- Budget Control
- Staff Management
- Wage garnishments
- Time sheet review
- Payroll policies and procedures
- Processing wage withholding orders
- Data Reconciliation
- New hire processing
- Payroll Administration
- Multi-state payroll
- Payroll Processing
- ADP
- Employee File Maintenance
- Daily payroll activities
- Payroll Auditing
- Tax expertise
- Payroll software proficiency
- Payroll administration experience
- Payroll documentation
Certification
- Payroll Software and Tools: HROne, Greytip, Saral Paypack, and OfficePortal.
- Finished a 2-week online course on HR Analytics conducted by Madras Management Association (MMA).
- Attended a 2-day workshop on Certified HR Analytics Professional CHAMP conducted by CII Southern region.
Languages
English
Tamil
Personal Information
- Title: Senior Manager - HR
- Date of Birth: 01/10/87
Country
India
Software
HRONE
Greytip
Saral Paypack
Office Portal
ChatGPT For HR
Timeline
Senior Manager - HR
Bharathi Meraki Group of Companies
10.2021 - Current
Manager HR & Admin
Dhruvan Autocorp Pvt Ltd (Dealers of Ford Sales & Service)
04.2016 - 09.2021
Senior Executive - HR & Admin
Prime Focus Pvt. Ltd.,(Animation & Post Production)
04.2012 - 03.2016
Catering Manager
Raj Group Of Restaurants
08.2011 - 03.2012
- Payroll Software and Tools: HROne, Greytip, Saral Paypack, and OfficePortal.
- Finished a 2-week online course on HR Analytics conducted by Madras Management Association (MMA).
- Attended a 2-day workshop on Certified HR Analytics Professional CHAMP conducted by CII Southern region.
Associate of Arts -
Nanyang Institute Of Management
Masters in Human Resources & Marketing Management - Human Resources Management
Indian Institute of Planning & Management
Bachelor Of Business Administration -
Indian Institute of Planning & Management
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