Jul 2022 – Present · 3 yrs 11 mos · Gurugram, Haryana, India

• Actively invested in multiple early-stage startups, including Univest, Plotch.AI, House Easy, Gudgudi, and University Living.
• Provided strategic HR advisory to startup founders, addressing complex human resource challenges.
• Collaborated with teams to optimize HR processes, fostering enhanced employee engagement and productivity.

Jan 2022 – Aug 2025 · 3 yrs 7 mos · Gurugram, Haryana, India

• Joined Otipy during its post-Series B growth phase and led HR through 10X scale-up in 18 months. Partnered with founders to shape the culture, streamline processes, and build future-ready teams.
• Scaled workforce from a few hundred to 1,000+ employees across 3 cities.
• Consolidated 6 payroll systems → 1 unified process, improving accuracy & compliance.
• Digitized HR operations end-to-end in under 6 months.
• Reduced attrition by 15% with data-driven retention programs.
• Built strong campus pipelines with 12+ partner colleges.
• Designed HRMS-driven performance tools that boosted sales attendance by 25%.
• Positioned Otipy as a preferred employer in agritech through branding & engagement.

Apr 2021 – Jan 2022 · 9 mos · Gurugram, Haryana, India

• Led Global HR operations for a 12,000+ global workforce spanning India, Brazil & Mexico, supporting one of the fastest-growing EdTech brands in the world.
• Directed global HR shared services handling 1,000+ tickets daily.
• Implemented DarwinBox & HR Bot, transforming employee experience.
• Increased onboarding efficiency by 30% and reduced ramp-up time by 20% through mentorship programs.
• Digitized R&R and Onboarding processes, saving ₹50 lakh annually.
• Rolled out performance management frameworks aligning employee growth with business goals.
• Improved payroll, attendance, and leave systems using HR analytics for higher satisfaction

Dec 2019 – Mar 2021 · 1 yr 3 mos · Gurgaon, India

• I led the establishment of Majid Al Futtaim’s Global Capability Center (GCC) in India from the ground up, driving its transformation into a high-performing tech and operations hub.
• Built the GCC from scratch in Gurgaon, migrating 200+ roles from Dubai and achieving 40% cost optimization.
• Scaled the workforce rapidly by leading recruitment for niche technology and leadership roles (software engineers, engineering managers, product managers).
• Successfully led and engaged a 200+ member tech workforce through COVID-19, ensuring uninterrupted delivery and employee well-being.
• Implemented SAP SuccessFactors to streamline HR processes, boosting efficiency by 20%.
• Designed and rolled out competitive compensation & benefits programs to attract and retain top talent.
• Established robust employee engagement practices (1:1 sessions, feedback loops) to improve productivity and morale.
• Partnered closely with global leadership to align the GCC’s HR and talent strategy with overall business priorities.
• Strengthened employer branding initiatives to position Majid Al Futtaim as an employer of choice in India’s GCC ecosystem.

Oct 2018 – Dec 2019 · 1 yr 2 mos · Gurgaon, India

• Led HR through a hyper-growth phase, scaling the workforce from 200 to 2,000 employees. Implemented HRIS for performance and talent acquisition, managed HR integration during M&A, and built strong talent pipelines. Strengthened employer branding and leveraged HR analytics to drive decision-making, accountability, and operational excellence.

Apr 2017 – Sep 2018 · 1 yr 5 mos · Gurgaon, India

• HR Digitization & Automation: Designed digital HR strategy; automated end-to-end processes (recruitment to exit), cutting TAT and reducing manual effort while empowering managers/employees.
• HR Analytics: Built real-time dashboards (SAS, Tableau, Excel) for budgeting, salary planning, cost variance, and attrition analysis.
• Strategy & Policy: Led HR policy design and aligned people strategy with business goals.
• Performance Management: Implemented structured appraisal & reward programs to drive performance and retention.
• HR Frameworks: Developed HR manual, employee handbook, lifecycle, and competency mapping frameworks.

Apr 2016 – Mar 2017 · 11 mos · Gurgaon, India

• Launched employee engagement initiatives (Talkathon, Hackathon, CXO Next, SPL, FTM, technical trainings, R&R, open forums, work-life programs).
• Led HR audits, statutory compliance reviews, and due diligence with timely process improvements.
• Owned end-to-end payroll with 100% statutory compliance (Tax, PF, ESIC, PT, LWF) and managed employee benefits.
• Managed vendor partnerships, annual PMS cycles, and digital reimbursements (ZETA).

Jun 2015 – Mar 2016 · 9 mos · Gurgaon, India

Aug 2014 – Jun 2015 · 10 mos · Gurgaon, India

• Videocon Telecom services provider operating across multiple circles
• Handled HR Operations across multiple telecom circles, supporting 5,000+ employees
• Managed payroll inputs, validation, and reporting for timely salary processing
• Administered statutory compliance and ER documentation, ensuring audit compliance
• Processed employee lifecycle transactions with 100% accuracy
• Coordinated grievance resolution for frontline employees, ensuring timely closure

Mar 2010 – Aug 2014 · 4 yrs 5 mos · New Delhi Area, India

• End to End talent strategy & acquisition for the business across location
• Bench marking HR best practice for providing High quality & responsive business solution to the organization
• Handling end to end payroll system for all location India
• HRIS administration & management reporting including MIS , Sr. management dashboards, Vendor management ,Regular Audits for HRIS Reports and Validation
• Performance Management System - Defined the organization structure & there roles designed the goal & competency structure for each and & every unique position
• Policy designing, writing and implementing HR policies and procedures, specific types of policy Analysis – as required for programs and policy revision / creation.
• Organization wide benchmarking of salary slabs mapped to inherent hierarchy and role requirements
• Yearly appraisal System and HR yearly budgeting
• Exit Interview, Analysis , action plan & Retention Management
• Maintaining HR records, their management, storage, retention and HR internal Audis
• Employee Engagement Initiatives (Festivals), Internal Sports Competition and R&R Initiatives.
• Employee Query Management and Grievance adsressal and Resolve issues.

Mar 2008 – Mar 2010 · 2 yrs

Feb 2007 – Feb 2008 · 1 yr · New Delhi Area, India