Santhana Krishnan N V

Co-Founder

Singapore, Singapore, Singapore23 yrs 10 mos experience
Highly Stable

Key Highlights

  • Transformed a 10,000+ employee organization into a Great Place to Work.
  • Designed scalable Hire-to-Retire solutions at Connect One.
  • Spearheaded ESG, POSH, and Data Privacy initiatives.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a strategic HR leader with expertise in compliance and organizational transformation.

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Skills

Core Skills

Hr StrategyRegulatory Compliance

Other Skills

HR ManagementManagementCorporate AdvisoryAccount ManagementAnalytical SkillsData AnalysisBusiness AnalysisFinancial AnalysisPerformance ManagementMISHRISEmployee EngagementCompensationEmployee RelationsTalent Management

About

Over three decades of experience in high-impact HR Leadership roles I specialize in building future-ready organizations where compliance, culture, and performance work in synergy. My career has been guided with strong belief: organizations thrive when people thrive. Currently, as part of the leadership team at Connect One Corporate Services Pvt Ltd, I design and implement end-to-end “Hire-to-Retire” HR solutions covering recruitment, onboarding, training, benefits, compliance and employee engagement. My role extends beyond processes it is about building ecosystems that align legal compliance, corporate governance, and workplace culture to drive sustainable growth, enhance employee experience, foster leadership development, ensure long-term organizational resilience, and create measurable business impact. Earlier, I was part of corporate HR for an Insurance organisation with 10,000+ employees, guiding it on its journey to becoming a certified Great Place to Work. This experience shaped my approach to HR—not just as a support function, but as a business driver and culture architect. Core Competencies * HR Strategy & Transformation – Designing frameworks aligned with organizational growth and expansion. * Compliance & Legal Excellence – Expertise in labor laws, EPFO, ESIC, wage codes, and corporate secretarial obligations. * Governance & Ethics – Implementing POSH, Data Privacy, EHS, and ESG frameworks for safe, inclusive, and sustainable workplaces. * Global Expansion – Setting up and scaling Global Capability Centers (GCCs) and advising on cross-border HR strategies. * Mentorship & Transformation – Coaching leaders and HR professionals to enable cultural and organizational transformation. Leadership Philosophy I strongly believe HR is about liberating potential, not just managing people. Compliance is an advantage, not a burden. Governance builds trust, not just checklists. Achievements * Transformed a 10,000+ employee insurance organisation into a recognized Great Place to Work. * Designed scalable Hire-to-Retire solutions at Connect One. * Spearheaded ESG, POSH, and Data Privacy initiatives across industries. * Integrated compliance frameworks across multiple states with seamless manner. Looking ahead, I am focused on digital HR transformation, sustainability, diversity, and agility—helping organizations not only adapt to disruption but actively shape the future.

Experience

23 yrs 10 mos
Total Experience
3 yrs 6 mos
Average Tenure
1 yr 1 mo
Current Experience

Connect one corporate pte ltd

Founder & CEO

Apr 2025Present · 1 yr 1 mo · Singapore · On-site

Connect one corporate services pvt ltd

Managing Director

Aug 2016Present · 9 yrs 9 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

  • Spearheaded the development and implementation of comprehensive Hire to Retire HR solutions, including Recruitment, Training, Payroll & Benefits Administration, and HR Analytics at Connect-One Dynamic Synergies Pvt Ltd.
  • Ensured Statutory and Legal Compliance, Factory Registrations & Compliance, Financial Compliance Services, and Secretarial Compliance Services were met to support the company's operations effectively.
HR ManagementHR StrategyManagementCorporate AdvisoryRegulatory Compliance

Fincare small finance bank

Senior Division Manager, HR

Jul 2014Aug 2016 · 2 yrs 1 mo · Bangalore

  • Provide HR Leadership to the HR Operations Team, responsible for seamless delivery of timely and accurate Payroll, Compensation Benefits, Performance Management and HR Operations and employee relations for more 2100+ employees.
  • Partnering with the EMT Leadership team in managing the end to end employee life cycle for 2100+ employees.
  • Design and implement HR Strategy with best HR practices and process for a young and evolving organisation.
  • Play a key role in helping the company to become Great Place to Work and a Member of Key Management Team.

Exide life insurance

Assistant Manager - HR

Apr 2013Jun 2014 · 1 yr 2 mos · Bangalore

  • Part of Shared Service HR Team,
  • Responsible for HR Management updates like HR Dashboard, National Branch MIS - Manning, Attrition, Confirmation and Performance Review
  • Responsible for Board Meet presentations and Senior Management monthly reports
  • Forecasting attritions, analytical presentations on yearly/Half yearly/quarterly attrition, exit feedback and ad-hoc reports
  • Quarterly Recruitment Budget forecasting and implementation
  • Managed E sourcing vertical and organized walk in drives
  • Closely working with Regional Heads towards driving the Recruitment Funnel
  • Vendor evaluation and management
  • Planning, Coordination, Facilitation and Administration of annual salary review programs.
  • Driving sales confirmation and performance management moderation process; ensuring timely completion and monitoring the Performance Improvement Plans
  • Handling Employee Relation matters like Employee discipline, grievances, counseling, motivation etc
  • Implement all organizational policies and practices and inducting field HR managers on confirmation, PMS and MIS processes.

Ing vysya life insurance co. ltd

HR Lead

Apr 2005Mar 2013 · 7 yrs 11 mos

  • Part of Corporate Office HR Team, Reporting to Deputy General Manager, HR Team size 3
  • Involved in creating Manpower requirement plans with the Business Heads (Manpower Dimensioning)
  • Responsible for planning & execution of hiring strategies in order to fulfill the critical manpower requirements
  • Involved in Salary Negotiation, Fitment, Offer rollout, Reference Checks & Post offer follow-up - Ensure smooth transition for candidates to join ING Life.
  • Responsible for HR Management updates like HR Dashboard, National Branch MIS – Manning, Attrition, Confirmation and Performance Review
  • Responsible for Board Meet presentations and Senior Management monthly reports
  • Forecasting attritions, analytical presentations on yearly/Half yearly/quarterly attrition, exit feedback and ad-hoc reports
  • Quarterly Recruitment Budget forecasting and implementation
  • Managed E sourcing vertical and organized walk in drives
  • Closely working with Regional Heads towards driving the Recruitment Funnel
  • Vendor evaluation and management
  • Planning, Coordination, Facilitation and Administration of annual salary review programs.
  • Driving sales confirmation and performance management moderation process; ensuring timely completion and monitoring the Performance Improvement Plans
  • Handling Employee Relation matters like Employee discipline, grievances, counseling, motivation etc
  • Implement all organizational policies and practices and inducting field HR managers on confirmation, PMS and MIS processes

Samvrudhi info media technologies

2 roles

HR Generalist

Aug 2004Apr 2005 · 8 mos

  • Reporting to Manager
  • Handled Recruitment, Joining formalities, Induction, Salary administration, Statutory Compliance and Vendor Management.

HR Generalist

Aug 2004Apr 2005 · 8 mos

  • Reporting to Manager
  • Handled Recruitment, Joining formalities, Induction, Salary administration, Statutory Compliance and Vendor Management

Rajeswari group

2 roles

Executive Assistant - Reporting to Proprietor

Apr 2002Jul 2004 · 2 yrs 3 mos

  • Exposure to General administration, vendor management, Salary administration and Statutory Compliance.
  • Liaison with Government bodies.

Executive Assistant

Apr 2002Jul 2004 · 2 yrs 3 mos

  • Reporting to Proprietor
  • Exposure to General administration, vendor management, Salary administration and Statutory Compliance.
  • Liaison with Government bodies

Education

Symbiosis centre for Distance Learning (SCDL)

Post Graduation Post Graduate Diploma; Bachelor of Commerce — Business Administration [Human Resources

Jan 2008Jan 2011

Annamalai University

Annamalai University

Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) — Commerce Accounts

Symbiosis centre for Distance Learning (SCDL)

Post Graduate Diploma; Bachelor of Commerce — Business Administration; Human Resources

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