Anika Waval

Served as a strategic HR business partner supporting technology employee groups across the hire-to-retire lifecycle, aligning HR strategy to business priorities. Led workforce, succession, performance management, leadership development, DEI, engagement initiatives, employee relations, and background verification governance.

Delivered HR business partnering across the full employee lifecycle while driving engagement and talent development. Managed onboarding governance, HR operations, vendor workforce management, employee relations, performance management, and leadership coaching to support retention and culture.

Led HR operations and talent strategy for IT and non-IT teams, strengthening workforce planning and talent acquisition practices. Managed end-to-end recruitment and workforce planning, HR lifecycle programs, and employee engagement initiatives aligned to organizational growth.

Supported HR operations for 1,800 employees, handling payroll inputs, benefits administration, and compliance activities. Implemented HR process improvements and strengthened internal HR communication frameworks.

Managed employee relations matters including grievance handling and conflict resolution. Partnered with managers on goal setting, performance coaching, employee development plans, and delivered learning initiatives aligned to capability development.

Led recruitment and employer branding initiatives to attract top technology talent and strengthen hiring outcomes. Designed employee engagement and recognition programs to improve retention and workforce morale, partnering with business leaders on workforce planning and talent strategies.

Grade: A

Post-graduation diploma in Human Resources (distance learning) with Grade A.

Grade: A

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology (distance learning) with Grade A.