Faria Ahmad

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Bengaluru, Karnataka, India9 yrs 2 mos experience

Key Highlights

Over 11 years of HR experience in dynamic startups.
Expert in building talent acquisition strategies.
SHRM-CP certified with a focus on results-driven HR.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a strategic HR leader in the Fintech industry.

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Skills

Core Skills

Hr Business PartneringPerformance ManagementSenior Stakeholder Management

Other Skills

Leadership Development CoachingCost ManagementInternal InvestigationsTalent DevelopmentCoaching & MentoringStrategic InitiativesActive ListeningTraining and Development (HR)ManagementCulture DevelopmentPsychologyOperational ExcellenceTeam ManagementTalent AnalyticsLegal Separation

About

With over 11 years as an HR Business Partner in dynamic startups (including fintech leaders like CoinSwitch and Paytm), I've partnered closely with founders and leaders to scale teams from early-stage chaos to high-performing organizations. My passion lies in the unique challenges of high-growth environments: Building robust talent acquisition strategies, fostering inclusive cultures that drive retention, designing employee engagement programs, and aligning HR with business goals for sustainable impact. From workforce planning during rapid expansions to navigating employee relations in fast-paced settings, I've helped turn people challenges into competitive advantages. SHRM-CP certified, I thrive on practical, results-driven HR—whether it's creating onboarding frameworks that reduce time-to-productivity or implementing performance systems that empower teams. Outside work, I'm inspired by empowering professionals (especially women in their 30s) through coaching insights on soft success, balance, and growth. Always open to connecting with fellow HR leaders, startup founders, and talent enthusiasts. Feel free to reach out—love discussing all things people, culture, and scaling!

Experience

9 yrs 2 mos

Total Experience

1 yr 10 mos

Average Tenure

Current Experience

Coinswitch

Human Resources Business Partner

Mar 2024 – Apr 2026 · 2 yrs 1 mo · Bangalore Urban

HR Business PartneringLeadership Development Coaching

Paytm money

2 roles

Head of HR

Promoted

Apr 2023 – Mar 2024 · 11 mos · Remote

Strategic Business Partnering:
Proven ability to align HR strategies with overall business objectives, driving organizational success and growth.
Employee Relations & Engagement:
Strong track record in fostering positive employee relations, boosting engagement, and cultivating a vibrant workplace culture.
Talent Acquisition & Retention:
Demonstrated success in attracting top talent and implementing retention strategies resulting in reduced turnover rates.
Performance Management & Development:
Proficient in designing and implementing performance management systems that drive employee growth and productivity.
Change Management & Organizational Development:
Skilled in leading change initiatives, driving organizational development, and optimizing operational effectiveness.
Data-Driven Decision-Making:
Adept at utilizing HR metrics and analytics to derive insights that inform strategic HR decisions and enhance processes.
Compliance & Policy Adherence:
Proactive in ensuring HR policies comply with legal standards while implementing best practices and compliance measures.
Leadership & Collaboration:
Experienced in leading cross-functional teams and collaborating effectively with stakeholders at various organizational levels.

Performance ManagementCost Management

Senior Human Resources Manager

Sep 2022 – Apr 2023 · 7 mos · Remote

Business partnering to take Paytm Money to next phase of growth. Setting up business for scale and growth spread across India. Managing width and diverse group of talent requirements through various people agenda in alignment to business objectives.

Performance ManagementCost Management

Meesho

Human Resources Business Partner

Jan 2022 – Dec 2022 · 11 mos

HR Business Partnering

Paytm

HRBP

Feb 2019 – Apr 2021 · 2 yrs 2 mos · Bengaluru Area, India

Have supported the Paytm Travel, Paytm Mall and Paytm Lending Tech businesses in Bangalore
Partnering with the Business Leaders,Handling employee grievances,Reports,Employee Engagement,Rewards, Recognition and Performance Management,Overseeing the Talent Aquisition process and managing vendors.

Senior Stakeholder ManagementInternal Investigations

Redbus

HR Business Partner

Mar 2016 – Dec 2018 · 2 yrs 9 mos · Bengaluru Area, India

Partnered with key stakeholders and leaders to deliver HR services aligned with business needs and priorities.
Oversaw the implementation and delivery of key HR initiatives, acting as a crucial interface between HR and the business.
Translated business requirements into effective HR practices, aligning people solutions with business objectives.
Managed complex and sensitive day-to-day people management issues, influencing management and leadership on people-related matters.

Senior Stakeholder ManagementInternal Investigations