Strategic HR Business Partner driving business growth through people-focused leadership and organisational transformation. Collaborates with executive leadership to optimise workforce planning, enhance employee engagement, and implement scalable HR solutions that elevate performance. Expertise encompasses employee relations, performance management, HR transformation, organisational development, compliance, and leadership coaching in multicultural environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work history
HR business partner
Axiro Semiconductor
2025.12 - Current
Partner strategic workforce planning with Engineering leadership to support semiconductor product roadmaps, ensuring talent availability for critical R&D programs.
Reduced specialist engineering attrition by 15% YoY by implementing structured technical career paths, mentoring frameworks, and targeted retention strategies.
Scaled engineering capability through the successful hiring of 40+ semiconductor professionals, reducing time-to-fill for niche silicon roles by 20 days.
Increased employee engagement by 18% through burnout prevention initiatives, manager coaching, and wellbeing programs during critical tape-out cycles.
Redesigned the performance management framework by aligning engineering bonus structures with silicon development milestones, improving accountability and execution.
Leveraged workforce analytics to identify retention risks, improve succession planning, and support strategic organisational decisions.
Partnered with senior engineering leaders on organisational design, leadership development, and change management initiatives.
Senior Human Resources Manager
42Gears Mobility Systems
2024.08 - 2024.12
Collaborated with senior leadership to implement strategic people plans aligned with business goals, driving performance and enhancing employee engagement.
Developed and executed targeted employee relations strategies to address workplace challenges, fostering workplace harmony through regular one-on-one interactions and focused group discussions.
Managed grievance cases in compliance with labour laws and internal policies, ensuring fair and timely resolution.
Designed and implemented grievance management system, streamlining processes for handling employee concerns.
Managed highly sensitive HR documentation, including disciplinary records, salary information, and performance reviews, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with policies.
Conducted onboarding and orientation programs for new employees, fostering a strong understanding of organizational culture, values, and policies.
Led transformational HR projects to enhance organisational effectiveness.
Employee Net Promoter Score (eNPS) Survey—Led the design and execution of the eNPS initiative to measure and enhance employee satisfaction and organisational culture.
Global Policy Rollout—Developed and implemented HR policies customized for India, the UK, and Canada, ensuring local compliance and alignment with global standards.
Global Policy Rollout—Developed and implemented HR policies customized for India, the
UK, and Canada, ensuring local compliance and alignment with global standards.
Ensured timely resolution of ISO audit findings by coordinating corrective actions within the required timelines.
Manager - HR
Azuga (A Bridgestone Company)
2022.08 - 2024.06
Provided expert guidance across core HR functions, including employee relations,
performance management, talent acquisition, and compliance with employment laws.
Drove multiple employee engagement initiatives, promoting a positive workplace culture
through recognition programs, pulse surveys, and team-building activities.
Created and rolled out targeted employee engagement and wellness programs.
contributing to improved morale, productivity, and retention.
Designed and implemented training and development programs, enhancing employee
capabilities and supporting continuous learning across departments.
Analyzed HR data to identify workforce trends and proactively recommended policy
improvements to increase efficiency and employee satisfaction.
Led grievance handling processes across the organization, ensuring fair and timely
resolution in alignment with legal and internal frameworks.
Administered employee benefits programs, including claims handling, and provided
employees with ongoing guidance regarding insurance options and eligibility.
Developed and implemented holistic wellness initiatives—including health screenings,
fitness challenges, and mental health awareness—which led to higher participation and a
reduction in healthcare costs.
Manager Regional HRBP
Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas
2022.01 - 2022.07
Partnered with senior leadership across regional offices to align people strategies with business priorities, impacting over 400 employees.
Spearheaded regional adoption of corporate HR policies, ensuring consistency in grievance management, POSH compliance, and adherence to labour laws.
Led investigations into employee grievances and concerns, ensuring timely, fair, and compliant resolution in line with company policies.
Acted as a trusted adviser to managers on complex employee relations matters, achieving a 95% grievance resolution rate within defined SLAs.
Facilitated skip-level interactions, one-on-one check-ins, and focus group discussions to capture employee sentiment and address engagement challenges proactively.
Oversaw core HR operations, including talent acquisition, onboarding, benefits administration, and employee relations for seamless employee lifecycle management.
Administered the performance management cycle, including goal setting, mid-year reviews,annual appraisals, and development planning.
Designed and rolled out HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
Conceptualized and implemented a comprehensive wellness program, promoting physical
Mental well-being while improving employee participation and morale.
HR Operations Benefit Specialist + TA
Titan Company Limited (A Tata Enterprise)
2017.06 - 2021.12
Lead end-to-end HR operations, ensuring seamless execution of employee lifecycle
processes including onboarding, offboarding, payroll coordination, and documentation.
Manage HR systems (HRIS), ensuring data integrity, timely updates, and automation of key processes for enhanced operational efficiency.
Develop, streamline, and monitor HR operational policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure compliance, efficiency, and consistency across the organization.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as finance, legal, and IT to ensure smooth integration of HR processes with broader business functions.
Facilitated corporate and campus recruitment activities by coordinating events and managing candidate communications.
Implemented Titan employee wellness programs for the corporate and manufacturing departments.
Educated employees on available benefits programmes through orientations, webinars, and benefits fairs to increase awareness and participation.
Collaborate with insurance providers and brokers to negotiate terms, renew policies, and ensure optimal coverage and cost-effectiveness
Monitor benefit plan utilization and prepare analytical reports to support strategic decisions
and cost optimization.
Provided the HRMS tools, framework, and support to ensure change initiatives are
successfully implemented in the department. with respect to the SAP HRMS
Senior HR Specialist & TA Partner
Tata Consultancy Services
2012.01 - 2017.06
Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including job posting, sourcing, interviewing,and onboarding.
Partnered with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and create targeted recruitment strategies.
Utilize applicant tracking systems (ATS) to streamline recruitment workflows and ensure compliance.
Designed onboarding and offboarding processes within SAP-HRMS to enhance employee experience.
Coordinated employee training programmes, including orientation and professional development, to support continuous learning.
Developed and maintained HR metrics and reports to provide insights for decision-making.
Conducted HR audits to ensure compliance with company policies and legal regulations.
Conduct regular market analysis to stay informed about industry trends and competitor practices.
Talent acquisition specialist
Infosys Limited
2008.08 - 2010.12
Oversaw the full-cycle recruitment process, including job postings, talent sourcing, candidate interviews, and seamless onboarding, ensuring a positive candidate experience.
Collaborated closely with hiring managers to identify staffing requirements and craft tailored recruitment strategies to attract top talent.
Optimised recruitment workflows using applicant tracking systems (ATS), ensuring compliance and enhancing process efficiency.
Conducted market intelligence and industry benchmarking to inform recruitment strategies and remain competitive in talent acquisition.
Collaborated with HR team to design and implement talent acquisition policies and procedures that align with organisational goals.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Human Resources
Bangalore University
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
Ambedkar University
Skills
HR Strategy
Compliance
Benefits Administration
Insurance Management
Grievance Handling
Training and Development
Performance Management
Employee Engagement
Vendor Negotiation
Wellness programmes
Career Development programme
Development
Career Development programme
Accomplishments
Launched and managed a comprehensive LinkedIn learning initiative, fostering
continuous professional development and upskilling
Led SAP & KEKA HRMS transformational projects,streamlining HR processes and enhancing operational efficiency.
Certified SAP HR Professional, showcasing expertise in advanced HR technologies.
Recognized by the Titan Innovation Design Team for driving groundbreaking HR strategies and initiatives.
Timeline
HR business partner
Axiro Semiconductor
2025.12 - Current
Senior Human Resources Manager
42Gears Mobility Systems
2024.08 - 2024.12
Manager - HR
Azuga (A Bridgestone Company)
2022.08 - 2024.06
Manager Regional HRBP
Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas
2022.01 - 2022.07
HR Operations Benefit Specialist + TA
Titan Company Limited (A Tata Enterprise)
2017.06 - 2021.12
Senior HR Specialist & TA Partner
Tata Consultancy Services
2012.01 - 2017.06
Talent acquisition specialist
Infosys Limited
2008.08 - 2010.12
Master of Business Administration - Human Resources