Results-driven HR professional with expertise in performance management, HR operations, talent acquisition, and employee development. Proficient in managing the entire employee lifecycle, coordinating recruitment and onboarding, and supporting performance review cycles. Experienced in HRIS systems, payroll coordination, policy compliance, and stakeholder management in dynamic environments. Strong communicator capable of fostering positive workplace relationships and enhancing organizational culture to achieve business objectives.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Assistant Manager - People & Culture
Merak Capital
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
2025.08 - Current
Performance ManagementHR OperationsTalent AcquisitionTraining & Development
Coordinated end-to-end performance management cycles including goal setting, mid-year reviews, annual appraisals, and performance evaluations.
Partnered with managers and employees to establish performance expectations and provide continuous feedback guidance.
Analyzed performance trends and supported implementation of development plans and corrective actions.
Assisted in administering Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) and monitoring employee progress.
Managed employee lifecycle processes including onboarding, confirmations, transfers, exits, and HR documentation.
Maintained accurate employee records and HRIS data while ensuring timely payroll coordination and reporting.
Ensured compliance with HR policies, procedures, and labor regulations.
Resolved employee queries and supported grievance handling and policy implementation.
Collaborated with hiring managers to define job requirements and recruitment strategies.
Managed end-to-end recruitment processes including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer management.
Coordinated with recruitment agencies and job portals to maintain a strong talent pipeline.
Supported employer branding initiatives and onboarding programs to improve candidate experience.
Conducted training needs analysis and assisted in preparing annual learning and development plans.
Coordinated internal and external training sessions, logistics, attendance tracking, and feedback collection.
Tracked learning effectiveness metrics and generated reports for management review.
Supported employee engagement and leadership development initiatives.
HR Project Consultant
Ernst and Young LLP
Bangalore
2024.03 - 2026.05
HR Project Consultant for the Biocon project under EY People Advisory Services, specializing in HR vendor management, recruitment support, onboarding operations, and HR payment processes.
Vendor Management & Procurement: Spearheading vendor sourcing and evaluation for HR services including Talent Acquisition, Background Verification (BGV), and HR Helpdesk. Leading end-to-end vendor lifecycle from identification to contract finalization and invoice processing.
HR Payments & SAP Operations: Managing all HR-related payment processes using the SAP tool, ensuring timely invoice clearances, reconciliation, and compliance with EY’s procurement policies.
Talent Acquisition Support: Assisting the recruitment team by posting job roles through SAP SuccessFactors, managing application flows, and coordinating with business units on role requirements.
Onboarding & Accommodation: Coordinating onboarding logistics for new joiners, ensuring readiness of accommodation and relocation support in collaboration with admin and facility teams.
HR Technology & Reporting: Utilizing Workday and SuccessFactors for HRIS updates, report generation, and supporting system-related activities to maintain data accuracy and integrity.
HR Analytics & Reporting: Prepared reports on recruitment trends, vendor performance, and other key HR metrics to support strategic decision-making.
Vendor Management: Managed a recruitment project in Qatar, identifying and coordinating with vendors to streamline hiring processes.
HR Process Implementation: Assisted in executing HR helpdesk projects, evaluating service providers for enhanced HR support systems.
Stakeholder Engagement & Due Diligence: Acted as a liaison with key stakeholders, facilitating data collection and initial due diligence processes, including BRIDGE and IRA evaluations.
HR Documentation & Policy Management: Assisted in drafting and organizing critical HR documents, including NDAs, offer letters, role profiles, employment contracts, and training materials.
HR People Advisor - HRBP
Accenture
Bangalore
2020.12 - 2024.01
Managed HR strategy and operations for 1,100+ employees in the financial services sector, partnering with global stakeholders while focusing on the India employee base. Led the end-to-end employee lifecycle, performance achievement, and compensation management. Collaborated with business leaders to implement people programs and drive high-impact projects for major clients, including Emirates NBD, Deutsche Bank, Bank of America, and Mizuho Bank.
HRIS & Data Management: Maintained employee records and HR workflows within Workday, ensuring data accuracy and system enhancements.
HR Analytics & Business Insights: Leveraged HR data to monitor attrition, engagement, and workforce planning trends.
Compliance & Risk Management: Managed employment law compliance, redeployment cases, and background verification processes for new hires.
HR Operations & Technology: Utilized Workday to maintain accurate employee records and streamline HR processes, including contracts, onboarding, separations, and exit interviews.
Talent & Performance Management: Designed and executed talent management, career development, and succession planning strategies to build a high-performing workforce.
Leadership Coaching & Employee Relations: Advised line managers on employee relations, conflict resolution, and leadership development.
Employee Engagement & Communication: Conducted focus group discussions, skip-level meetings, and leadership connects to foster a transparent and inclusive culture.
Recruitment & Employer Branding: Partnered with hiring managers to assess staffing needs, implement targeted recruitment strategies, and leverage platforms like LinkedIn and Naukri for top talent acquisition.
Contract employee from Dec 2020 till Aug 2022, Full time employee from Sep 2022
Human Resources Executive
Cordova Educational Solutions Pvt Ltd
Kerala
2018.06 - 2020.02
Managed HR functions for a 100+ employee software development company, ensuring smooth HR operations, compliance, and a positive workplace culture. Led hiring, payroll, employee relations, and engagement initiatives to enhance organizational effectiveness.
Talent Acquisition & Onboarding: Managed end-to-end recruitment, from job posting to background checks and onboarding, leveraging platforms like Naukri, LinkedIn, Indeed, and Facebook to attract top talent across Kerala.
Payroll & Compensation Management: Processed payroll, attendance tracking, and compensation calculations using Excel, Google Sheets, and Work Form Management tools.
HR Compliance & Documentation: Maintained accurate employee records, contracts, and performance documentation while ensuring legal compliance.
Performance & Employee Relations: Tracked performance metrics, addressed workplace concerns (including harassment cases), and facilitated conflict resolution between associates and project managers.
Employee Engagement & Culture: Developed and implemented initiatives to boost employee morale, foster collaboration, and create a more engaging work environment.
Talent Outreach & Employer Branding: Organized job fairs to attract local talent for long-term and seasonal roles, strengthening the company’s employer brand.
Education
Professional Diploma - Retail & Logistics/ Supply Chain Management
Keltron Knowledge Centre
Trivandrum, Kerala, India
2014.08 - 2015.03
Bachelor of Business Administration - Human Resources
University Institute of Technology
Kerala, India
2011.08 - 2014.05
Master of Business Administration - Human Resource Management
Brindavan College of MBA & MCA
Bangalore, India
2015.08 - 2017.07
Skills
HRIS administration
Workday and ServiceNow
HR analytics and reporting
Microsoft Office suite
HR operations
Attrition management
Employee data management
HR compliance
Payroll and compensation systems
Talent acquisition and onboarding
Performance management
Employee engagement
SAP material management
Microsoft Power BI
SAP SuccessFactors
Contract and agreement lifecycle
LANGUAGES
ENGLISH
Fluent
Arabic
Beginner
MALAYALAM
Fluent
TAMIL
Fluent
HINDI
Intermediate
Accomplishments
Client Extraordinaire Award – Received at Ernst & Young LLP for excellent handling and execution of key HR projects.
V360 Award – Honoured by Accenture for top performance and consistent delivery excellence in HR operations.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Manager - People & Culture
Merak Capital
2025.08 - Current
HR Project Consultant
Ernst and Young LLP
2024.03 - 2026.05
HR People Advisor - HRBP
Accenture
2020.12 - 2024.01
Human Resources Executive
Cordova Educational Solutions Pvt Ltd
2018.06 - 2020.02
Master of Business Administration - Human Resource Management
Brindavan College of MBA & MCA
2015.08 - 2017.07
Professional Diploma - Retail & Logistics/ Supply Chain Management
Keltron Knowledge Centre
2014.08 - 2015.03
Bachelor of Business Administration - Human Resources