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Pooja Kulkarni

@poojakulkarni

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Results-driven HR leader with 17+ years of diverse experience.

India

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters employee engagement and promotes a positive workplace culture.

I am a seasoned Human Resources leader with over 17 years of experience across various industries, including Luxury Beauty, Manufacturing, and Pharmaceuticals. My expertise lies in aligning people strategies with business goals, driving employee engagement, and optimizing HR processes. I am currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Human Resources, specializing in Leadership and Workplace Spirituality, which reflects my commitment to continuous learning and development.

Throughout my career, I have successfully implemented initiatives that have significantly improved employee engagement and organizational culture. For instance, at Chalhoub Group, I designed an onboarding program that reduced new hire attrition by 15% and led conflict resolution workshops that improved team collaboration scores by 20%. I have a strong track record of collaborating with senior leadership to implement data-driven HR solutions that enhance workplace culture and talent management.

My passion for diversity and inclusion has driven me to lead initiatives that increased employee representation and engagement across all levels. I believe in the power of emotional intelligence and a strategic approach to foster a positive work environment. I am eager to leverage my skills and experiences to contribute to an organization that values employee engagement and workplace spirituality.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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People Experience & Culture Specialist

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Chalhoub Group

Apr 2022 - Present (3 years 1 month)

As a People Experience & Culture Specialist, I implemented initiatives that reduced new hire attrition by 15% and improved team collaboration scores by 20%. I developed HR policies, led talent acquisition processes, and executed employee engagement strategies, including Culture Action Plans and recognition initiatives, significantly enhancing workplace culture and employee motivation.

Employee Engagement Talent Acquisition HR Policies People Analytics Performance Management Leadership Development Conflict Resolution DE&I Stakeholder Management

Manager - HR & Communication

Eirich India Pvt. Ltd.

Sep 2019 - Mar 2022 (2 years 6 months)

In my role as Manager - HR & Communication, I enhanced employee engagement through feedback initiatives and developed a structured learning calendar. I managed recruitment processes and updated HR policies to ensure compliance, contributing to a more effective HR function.

Employee Engagement Learning Recruitment HR Compliance Learning Management Data Analysis Team Leadership

Senior Consultant

Husys Consulting

Dec 2018 - Jul 2019 (7 months)

As a Senior Consultant, I provided strategic HR consulting services to startups and mid-sized organizations, focusing on policy development and process optimization to enhance operational efficiency and employee engagement.

HR Consulting Policy Development Process Optimization Employee Engagement Strategic Planning Stakeholder Management Team Collaboration Change Management

Deputy Manager - HR

Mahindra Integrated Business Solutions Pvt. Ltd.

Jun 2014 - Nov 2017 (3 years 5 months)

In my role as Deputy Manager - HR, I mentored team members and ensured compliance with labor laws. I managed payroll for over 750 employees and implemented performance management systems, fostering a high-performance culture within the organization.

Team Leadership Compliance Management Payroll Administration Performance Management Employee Relations Talent Management Conflict Resolution

Executive - HR

Petrofac Engineering India Pvt. Ltd.

Oct 2009 - May 2016 (6 years 7 months)

As an Executive in HR, I managed the entire employee lifecycle, from recruitment to exits, and assessed training needs for employee development. I also handled employee engagement initiatives and conducted competency assessments.

Talent Acquisition Employee Lifecycle Employee Engagement Team Collaboration Process Improvement Communication Skills

Officer - Human Resources

Shreya Lifesciences Pvt. Ltd.

Jan 2008 - Oct 2009 (1 year 9 months)

As an Officer in Human Resources, I was part of the core HR team managing the employee lifecycle for 237 employees, focusing on recruitment, onboarding, and employee engagement.