Puja Gupta

CEO

Gurgaon, Haryana, India14 yrs experience

Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

14 years of experience in strategic HR leadership.
Expert in driving Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives.
Proven track record in HR digital transformation.

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

Contact

puja.gupta1@yahoo.com LinkedIn

Skills

Core Skills

Hr StrategyLeadershipTalent ManagementAttrition ManagementEmployee DevelopmentTalent AcquisitionHr PoliciesHr Generalist

Other Skills

Attention to DetailBackup SolutionsBusiness AcumenBusiness AdministrationCareer Path PlanningChange ManagementCompensation & BenefitsCompliance ManagementConfidentialityConfiguration ManagementConflictConflict ResolutionCorrective ActionsCritical ThinkingDeferred Compensation

About

As a strategic HR leader with over 14 years of progressive experience, I specialize in transforming people functions to become key drivers of business growth. My journey from HR operations to leading People & Culture at Affle (NSE: AFFLE) has been shaped by a deep commitment to inclusive leadership, data-driven decision-making, and cultural transformation. As director of people and culture, I collaborate with C-suite leadership to architect workforce strategies, drive executive talent acquisition, and build future-ready organizations. I’ve successfully led HR through IPO readiness, digital transformation, and culture evolution while embedding Diversity, Equity, and inclusion (DEI) across the employee lifecycle. I’m passionate about enabling organizations to scale sustainably, building high-performance cultures, and empowering HR teams to deliver measurable business value. My approach blends strategic thinking with empathetic leadership, whether it's redesigning total rewards, spearheading succession planning, or integrating advanced HR technologies. 🔹 Key Focus Areas: • Leadership Hiring & Succession Planning • HR Strategy & Workforce Transformation • Culture Building & DEI Enablement • Performance & Talent Development • HR Tech & Analytics • IPO Readiness & Compliance

Experience

14 yrs

Total Experience

4 yrs 8 mos

Average Tenure

13 yrs

Current Experience

Affle

5 roles

Director

Promoted

Apr 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 2 mos

Led the Global HR Meet to drive cross-regional collaboration and share best practices.
Aligned people strategies with overarching business goals, ensuring HR initiatives supported organizational priorities.
Oversaw leadership talent planning and succession efforts to build a strong, future-ready leadership pipeline.
Championed Diversity & Inclusion by implementing initiatives and creating forums that foster an inclusive workplace culture.
Conducted talent mapping to strategically build teams for new business ventures, ensuring long-term sustainable growth.

Attention to DetailHR StrategyCareer Path PlanningSuccession PlanningHR ManagementRegulatory Compliance+34

Associate Director Human Resources

Oct 2020 – Mar 2024 · 3 yrs 5 mos

HR Automation: Leading initiatives to streamline and automate HR processes for greater efficiency.
Revamping HR Processes & Policies: Overseeing the redesign and implementation of comprehensive HR policies and processes.
Audit Reviews: Leading various audit reviews to ensure compliance and continuous improvement in HR operations.
Compensation & Benefits: Spearheading the strategy and execution of compensation and benefits programs to ensure competitiveness and employee satisfaction.
Performance & Talent Management: Driving performance management initiatives and talent development to optimize organizational effectiveness.
Team Management & Fulfillment: Leading HR teams, fostering collaboration, and ensuring alignment with business objectives to achieve team goals.

Attention to DetailHR StrategyCareer Path PlanningHR ManagementRegulatory ComplianceStakeholder Management+36

Sr. Manager HR (HRBP)

Promoted

Oct 2017 – Sep 2020 · 2 yrs 11 mos

Attrition Management: Implemented strategies to manage and reduce employee attrition, enhancing retention.
Employee & Leadership Development: Led programs focused on the development of employees and leadership teams, fostering growth and career progression.
Performance Management: Oversaw performance management systems, ensuring alignment with business objectives and employee development goals.
Compensation & Benefits: Managed the execution of salary and progression budgets, ensuring competitive compensation and employee satisfaction.
Policy & Practice Implementation: Developed and implemented workplace policies and welfare practices to maintain a supportive and compliant environment.
Leadership & Talent Hiring: Led recruitment for leadership roles and other key positions, ensuring the alignment of talent acquisition with organizational needs.

Attention to DetailHR StrategyCareer Path PlanningHR ManagementRegulatory ComplianceOrganizational Effectiveness+29

Manager HR

Promoted

Oct 2014 – Sep 2017 · 2 yrs 11 mos

I oversee all the aspects of HR including Talent Acquisition, HR Policies, Compensation and Benefits, HR Benchmarking Survey, Performance Management, Training, Attrition Management, and Rewards and Recognition, HR Reports, and MIS

Attention to DetailHR ManagementOrganizational EffectivenessInterpersonal SkillsLabor and Employment LawStrategic Partnerships+16

AM HR

Feb 2013 – Sep 2014 · 1 yr 7 mos

As a AM HR, I oversee all the aspects of HR including Talent Acquisition, HR Policies, Compensation and Benefits, HR Bench marking Survey, Performance Management, Training, Attrition Management and Rewards and Recognition, HR Reports and MIS

Attention to DetailHR ManagementOrganizational EffectivenessInterpersonal SkillsLabor and Employment LawTalent Strategy+8

Myzeal it solutions private limited

HR Executive

Jul 2012 – Feb 2013 · 7 mos · Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India

MYZEAL IT Solutions is an ISO 9001:2008 Certified company and provides IT Solutions in Application Management, Product Development, Mobile Apps Development, e-Learning Solutions and Value Added Services. We provide quality based end-to-end IT solutions to our clients based across globe.

Attention to DetailInterpersonal SkillsTalent StrategyTeam BuildingCritical ThinkingTalent Acquisition+1

Infopro india pvt. ltd.

Management Trainee (Human Resource)

Jan 2012 – Jun 2012 · 5 mos · Noida, Sector 58

Managed end-to-end recruitment for IT and e-Learning roles, enhancing talent acquisition efficiency.
Sourced candidates through diverse channels, including job portals, referrals, and social networking, resulting in a 30% increase in qualified applicants.
Conducted interviews and negotiated salaries, ensuring alignment with organizational standards and candidate expectations.