SNEHA BABUSATHIAM
Summary
A strategic and experienced Human Resource Professional with the ability to translate business and people strategy into HR initiatives that drive business results. Proven experience in managing employee life cycle, digitizing HR Processes, designing robust performance management systems, compensation and benefits frameworks, and recognition schemes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior People Partner-MEASA
Knauf
09.2023 - Current
- Company Overview: Building Materials
- Responsible for overseeing the full scope of HR projects at Knauf MEASA
- Spearheading the successful implementation of SAP SuccessFactors as project manager and change manager, ensuring a 100% transition of HR processes to the new system
- Led the design and implementation of a new grading structure (MERCER), aligning job roles with market standards, improving transparency, and managing the change management side of the project
- Led the comprehensive organizational structure redesign across all departments, aligning roles and responsibilities with business objectives
- Designed and spearheaded the annual salary review process, driving a 95% completion rate within the designated timeline
- Managed the manpower budgeting process, effectively optimizing resources, and achieving a 7% reduction in workforce costs while supporting business growth
- Currently leading the development of a comprehensive leadership development portfolio for the MEASA Leadership team, aimed at enhancing leadership capabilities and driving strategic growth across the region
Human Capital Business Partner
G42
08.2022 - 09.2023
- Company Overview: Artificial Intelligence & Cloud Computing
- Responsible for complete employee life cycle and all HR aspects of G42 Smart Nation and IIAI businesses within G42
- Leading design and implementation of policies and processes that support G42 and Divisional /People strategy and objectives
- Responsible for coaching and building the capability of senior managers to anticipate and pre-empt organizational issues
- Led and executed the organization structure redesign and launch for both business units
- Successfully led the HR deliverables in the IPO listing of the business, focusing on change management to ensure a seamless transition
- Spearheaded workforce communication and engagement initiatives, achieving a 95% retention rate during the listing process
- Drove regulatory compliance and supported executive compensation structures, contributing to a smooth and efficient IPO process
- Devised and led the execution of the Employee Engagement and Wellbeing calendar, resulting in both businesses recording the highest engagement score of 89% amongst the G42 business units
- Led and managed the successful certification of the workplace as a 'Great Place to Work' by spearheading comprehensive employee surveys and conducting an in-depth culture audit
- Successfully managed and resolved complex Employee Relations issues, ensuring compliance with legal requirements
Group HR Business Partner-Corporate
Alyasra Group
01.2019 - 08.2022
- Company Overview: Retail (Fashion & Foods)
- Supporting the entire HR spectrum for the Corporate Functions of the organization with data driven workforce planning, employee engagement, performance management and benefits administration
- Led the redesign of HR Policies and Procedures for the group with KPMG
- Led the implementation of SAP SuccessFactors HRMS across the organization, increasing efficiency
- Redesigned the Employee Incentive/Commission scheme resulting in 2% increase in operational efficiency or performance
- Designed and led the set up/launch of the employee engagement survey followed by driving action plans around the results
- Spearheaded the design and implementation of the Business Continuity Plan during the COVID-19 crisis
- Designed and executed various training initiatives across 30+ luxury brands such as MaxMara, KENZO, Jimmy Choo, Marc Jacobs
HR Business Partner
Khabari International
01.2017 - 09.2017
- Company Overview: Lighting Design
- Design and delivery of induction training program on company policies, departmental and cultural orientation for new recruits
- Responsible for Training Need Analysis-identifying gaps in skills and abilities across management levels
- Developing job descriptions, preparing job adverts, checking application forms, shortlisting, interviewing, and selecting candidates
- Dealing with grievances and implementing disciplinary procedures
HR Officer
Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Company Overview: Oil & Gas
- Developing the company’s Human Resource and Administrative policies and procedures while closely working with the HR Manager, top management & the employees
- Implementing compensation & benefits programs; advising employees on eligibility, medical insurance coverage, and other benefit matters as well as updating information in the company HRIS and vendor databases
- Partnered with 4 local unions in the execution of collective bargaining agreements
- Responsible for conducting detailed investigations to complex employee relations issues and recommending solutions that are in alignment with the Company's core values
- Redesign of orientation program for fresh recruits
- Responsible for addition of socialization content and behavioral training-Campus to Corporate into the induction program
- Gamification of training progress of 400+ fresh recruits, thereby increasing the learning motivation amongst new hires
- Development of Behavioral Based Safety training content and delivery of same to 200+ officers across the region followed by evaluation of training effectiveness through cue cards
- Incident rates reduced by 35% post training program
- Computer Literacy training to semi-literate workforce of the organization covering 800+ employees in a span of 3 months
- Oil & Gas
HR Associate
NTT Data
06.2013 - 06.2014
- Company Overview: IT & Telecom
- Assisted team in identification, assessment, and development of potential leaders of the organization
- Scheduled/coordinated training and development programs for Leadership Club Members as well as tracked the progress of members under Leadership Development Program, prepared weekly and monthly status reports of training programs
- Processed documentation and prepared reports relating to personnel activities (staffing, recruitment, training, performance evaluations)
- Dealt with employee requests regarding human resources issues, rules, and regulations
- Assisted in payroll preparation by providing relevant data (absences, bonus, leaves, etc)
Education
Executive Diploma - General Management (International)
IIM Calcutta
HR Analytics - undefined
Cornell University
CIPD Level 7 Diploma - Human Resource Management
CIPD
MBA - Human Resources and Finance
Anna University
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical & Electronics
Anna University
Skills
HR Strategy
Timeline
Senior People Partner-MEASA
Knauf
09.2023 - Current
Human Capital Business Partner
G42
08.2022 - 09.2023
Group HR Business Partner-Corporate
Alyasra Group
01.2019 - 08.2022
HR Business Partner
Khabari International
01.2017 - 09.2017
HR Officer
Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited
01.2014 - 01.2017
HR Associate
NTT Data
06.2013 - 06.2014
Executive Diploma - General Management (International)
IIM Calcutta
HR Analytics - undefined
Cornell University
CIPD Level 7 Diploma - Human Resource Management
CIPD
MBA - Human Resources and Finance
Anna University
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical & Electronics
Anna University
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