Experience

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  SDP Solutions

  • Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

  • Director of Operations

    • Jun 2023 - Present
    • Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

    SDP Global Payroll is a fast-growing global employer of record and contractor management platform for companies to engage talent across ten countries, including Australia, New Zealand, India, Singapore, Hongkong, Philippines, UK, Ireland, Canada, USA.Since our establishment in 2004, we have grown significantly from our humble beginnings in Australia. Through our staff's unwavering dedication and our client’s trust, we have built SDP on a foundation of integrity, transparency, and trust.At SDP, we specialize in contingent workforce management, which involves the effective management of non-permanent employees such as independent contractors, temporary staff, and consultants. We manage the payroll for over 2000 associates across 10 countries, generating a global revenue of AUD180M.Our mission is to facilitate borderless and limitless work arrangements for our clients. We believe in expanding talent sourcing beyond local boundaries. Whether you need talent for your projects anywhere in the world, in any currency or industry, we have got you covered. Our highly compliant and seamless contracting journey ensures the satisfaction of your on-hired staff. With entities in all the countries we operate, we provide the convenience of a single point of contact.In my role, I oversee critical aspects of our India business, including strategic business development, client relationships, key partnerships, deliverables, and in-house cloud solution initiatives.I am passionate about delivering exceptional services to our clients and helping them harness the power of a global workforce. Let's connect and explore how SDP Global Payroll can support your talent engagement needs.Specialties: Contract Workforce, Payroll Processing, Compliance, Recruitment Agencies, Consulting Companies, and Branch Offices of Foreign Companies in India.

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  GNZ Consulting

  • Chennai Area, India

  • Principal Consultant

    • Nov 2004 - May 2023
    • Chennai Area, India

    My entrepreneurial journey of 18 years has given me the strength and experience to be a valuable HR Business partner to SME Business leaders. This varied experience has also strengthened my ability to provide holistic solutions to any business situation. I bring to the table ability to execute people strategy, prioritize HR Deliverables, and drive Leadership Development initiatives with a sharp Execution Focus.My clientele in South India ranges from IT Products and Services, Manufacturing, Exports, Hospitality, Trading, Renewable Energy, Medical Equipments and Consulting sectors. I provide HR Consulting and Outsourcing services addressing my client's specific business needs for short to medium duration.

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  Amace Talent Consulting

  • Chennai

  • Director

    • Nov 2014 - Nov 2017
    • Chennai

    We were a Recruitment services start-up located in Chennai & Bangalore, who believe in providing Innovative, Scalable & Practical Staffing Solutions, that enable SMEs and individuals leverage their innate value. DON’T judge an ability of recruiting partner only by years of operation and financials. At times, small players do a better job than leading branded firm, as they have more hunger and desire to outperform.We are focused every day on finding the right person to support our clients. Our Services cover Permanent Hiring and Contract Staffing solutions in the IT space.With collective 50 years of experience between the core leadership team, we know that no two companies are identical, we are flexible to solve your requirements and can support you in the development of your human capital.

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  Tvarita Consulting

  • Chennai Area, India

  • Principal Consultant - HR

    • Nov 2004 - Aug 2012
    • Chennai Area, India

    I had the opportunity to setup this boutique HR Consulting firm at Hyderabad in 2004, along with two senior partners. Our strategic business focus was HR Outsourcing, HR Consulting, Training and e-HR services. I focussed on the HR Outsourcing engagement for multiple customers and took the sales responsibility to expand business in South India. My focus as part of HR Outsourcing was to build strong HR Operational teams at our client locations, revamp and re-energize existing processes and capabilities in a turn-around phase, build and deploy plans to right-size. I had delivered HR Consulting Assignments ranging from HR Audits, Competency Mapping, Role Descriptions, Custom Surveys based on our Client need. We facilitated and conducted Soft Skills Training programs for our customers in the area of Business Communication, Managerial Effectiveness, Acculturation, Negotiation, Team Skills, Business Vision etc...

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  Deloitte Consulting

  • Hyderabad Area, India

  • Manager - HR

    • Jan 2004 - Nov 2004
    • Hyderabad Area, India

    This position had the responsibility of managing the C&B portfolio as well as HR operations at Hyderabad for Deloitte's Region 10 setup. Was a key contributor in various Senior Management Team initiatives in the HR area – Performance Management, Reward Management, Compensation Design, Organizational Development etc.. Led a team of HR professionals and build the Deloitte’s e-HR capability in Region 10 for HR operations.

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  ilabs Group

  • Hyderabad and Chennai

  • Manager - HR

    • Apr 2001 - Jan 2004
    • Hyderabad and Chennai

    • Providing overall HR support to the Senior Management team and facilitate the e-HR capability at ilabs group of companies. Successfully automated major functional areas of the support teams viz. HR, Finance, Administration and Networks through e-tools - a software product conceptualized and developed in-house. • Formulated and implemented the various HR Policies,Procedures plus Best People Practices at ilabs Group as well as it's subsidiary – Megasoft Ltd. • Designed, implemented and automated an effective Performance Appraisal Process to cover over 500 employees. • Process owner of the Compensation & Benefits portfolio for ilabs group and provide guidance regarding compliance with employment/state laws. • Conducted Soft Skills Training Programs for ilabs as well as Megasoft associates.

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  Cognizant Technology Solutions

  • Chennai and Teaneck, NJ

  • Asst Manager - HR

    • Jul 1994 - Apr 2001
    • Chennai and Teaneck, NJ

    Responsibilities at Cognizant India: • As part of the core start-up team in the early daysof Cognizant India, I did significant contributionin the setup of an HR Function implementing various HR systems and processes. Received an appreciation award by the Senior Management in India in recognition of my conscientious performance. • Significant contribution in organizing campus recruitment as part of brand building, walk-ins and driving the local recruitment engine during the startup phase to meetthe heavy Y2K recruitment deadlines. • Key contributor in the design of an efficient Compensation & Benefits structure, new employee welfare programs and setup of all statutory systems in place. • Organized various employee welfare activities such as open houses, annual days, company picnics and recreation club activities as part of Talent Engagement process. • Was the key functional specialist role in the implementation of PeopleSoft 7.5 HR Modules for Cognizant India at Chennai, Bangalore, Pune & Kolkatta • Business Effectiveness Survey Implementation for Cognizant India associates in co-ordination with Hay Management Consultants Inc., USAResponsibilities at Cognizant North America Operations, Teaneck, NJ(April 1997 - July 2000) • Formulation and Implementation of HR Policies and Procedures for locals and employees on work visa. • Design and Efficient Administration of Employee Benefit Programs with different carriers. • Compensation Plan Design for software associates inUS & Canada and Salary administration. • Design and implementation of Performance Appraisal Process.• Conducting Pay Revisions, Incentives and Promotion Exercises for 600 associates. • Strengthen the US Training Infrastructure via e-learning model.• Support the Immigration process from the US end. Liaison with Immigration Lawyers. • Business Effectiveness Survey Implementation for North America employees. • Generate HR MIS for Senior Management.

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  Indchem Electronics

  • Chennai Area, India

  • Officer - HR

    • May 1993 - Jul 1994
    • Chennai Area, India

    Started my career in their telecom factory at Perungudi, Chennai as part of college campus recruitment process with responsibilities covering - Recruitment, Selection & Induction, Performance Appraisals & Salary Administration, Training Co-ordination, Industrial Relations - Workers Issues/Grievance Handling, Liaison with Statutory Bodies and Public Relations, Staff welfare Scheme Administration.