Harpreet Walia — Technical Recruiter
Imagine starting out in HR back when tech was just revving up in India—me, fresh-faced and diving into the chaos of managing 500+ employees at a bustling company, sorting conflicts and building policies from scratch. That hands-on grind taught me the real heart of people management: it's not just about rules, it's about creating spaces where folks thrive amid the madness. Fast-forward through roles across Asia-Pacific, where I built entire HR operations from the ground up. Picture this: turning high-stakes disputes into resolutions with a 99% success rate, while rolling out software that cut tedious manual work in half. Those early wins fueled my passion for making workplaces fair and efficient, especially in diverse teams spanning cultures and time zones. Then came the thrill of scaling fast-growing outfits. In one chapter, I led a team expansion that grew the headcount by 400% during regional booms, weaving in diversity programs that sparked 25% more innovation and handled tough downsizings without losing trust. It was all about listening, adapting, and keeping the human element front and center. My latest adventure? As a director steering global and India ops, I onboarded over 150 tech experts in 18 months, powering a 40% revenue leap. I dropped turnover to 5% and cranked engagement to 99% by digging into data for what really motivates people, plus boosted efficiency 35% with smart tech tools. Working closely with execs, I shaped leadership pipelines that ensured long-term strength. With 19+ years —12 of them fueling tech, telecom and healthcare growth—I've earned awards for bold moves and standout impact. What keeps me going? Crafting strategic leadership in talent acquisition, engagement, change management and inclusive cultures that drive real results. These days, I'm advising tech companies on scaling and revamps. If your story involves building powerhouse teams, let's connect and swap ideas. #GlobalHR #LeadershipDevelopment #TalentAcquisition #EmployeeEngagement #WorkforceOptimization #HRTechnology #StrategicHR #ScalingStartup #PeopleCulture #HumanResources #HRInnovation #OrganizationalDevelopment #HRTransformation #HRLeader
Stackforce AI infers this person is a strategic HR leader in the Tech industry, specializing in workforce optimization and talent acquisition.
Location: New Delhi, Delhi, India
Experience: 19 yrs 4 mos
Skills
- Strategic Leadership
- Talent Acquisition
- Employee Engagement
- Global Hr Leadership
- Human Resources (hr)
Career Highlights
- Scaled HR operations with 400% workforce growth.
- Achieved 99% employee engagement through data-driven initiatives.
- Advised tech companies on strategic HR transformations.
Work Experience
Freelance
Independent HR Strategy Consultant (Interim Head of HR Advisory) (1 yr 11 mos)
Aircall
Director HRBP & Site Lead, India (2 yrs 9 mos)
Eptura
Head - Human Resources (USA, UK, Europe, Australia & APAC) (1 yr 1 mo)
Manger - Human Resources (6 yrs)
BD
Manager, HR (India & APAC) Carefusion (2 yrs)
Baxter
Global HR Operations (India & SEA) (3 yrs 3 mos)
Randstad
Employee Relations Specialist (2 yrs 3 mos)
NIIT Technologies
HR Executive (1 yr)
Motorola Mobility (a Lenovo Company)
Human Resources Generalist (5 mos)
Education
Post Graduation Diploma Business Management at Institute of Management Technology, Ghaziabad
