Garima Jain
Prosper,TX
Summary
HR Manager with extensive experience leading HR operations for diverse workforces. Developed onboarding programs that halved onboarding time and established performance evaluation systems that enhanced employee engagement. Known for driving compliance, optimizing benefits management, and implementing strategic HR initiatives that boost productivity and satisfaction.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Manager (US lead)
Synechron Inc
Dallas, Texas
03.2022 - 02.2024
- Led a team of five HR professionals overseeing overall US HR Operations and Benefits.
- Oversaw HR operations for approx. 2,000 employees across US geography.
- Contributed towards HR strategy and planning across US geography in close coordination with Executive Leadership and CHRO.
- Developed recruitment and selection process that streamlined time-to-hire
- Established a performance evaluation system that resulted in an improvement in employee engagement and productivity
- Established employee recognition system that enhanced employee satisfaction
- Implemented a system of employee rewards and incentives that improved employee motivation
- In collaboration with executive leadership, developed a job evaluation system to ensure equitable pay and benefits
- Managed a compliance team of professionals responsible for administering I-9, E-Verify, pre-employment background checking, LOA and PTO
- Developed and oversaw a comprehensive onboarding program that reduced employee onboarding time by 50%
- Worked with executive leadership for a compensation strategy to attract and retain top talent
Human Resources (HR) Manager
Synechron Inc
Charlotte
07.2012 - 09.2017
- Joined founding HR team to manage increasing US workforce, handling diverse HR functions to establish complete HR operations.
- Led an effort to set up and expand complete HR office functions across Dallas, Ft. Lauderdale locations in the US.
- Carried out new joiners onboarding formalities for all new hires and transfers across the company in the United States region.
- Maintenance of Personal File, including I9 verification and updating, completion of E-verification process for all new Joiners
- Maintained, audited personnel files, I-9s, medical benefits and FSA enrollment and beneficiary forms
- Process owner of Medical Insurance offered by company to all employees on payroll, which includes enrollment, terminations from plan
- Supported US employees by resolving queries and addressing questions during their employment.
- Managed documentation and processes for employee terminations and voluntary separations, ensuring compliance and smooth transitions.
- Conducted audits and ensured compliance with HR policies and regulations to uphold standards.
- Motivated employees through special events, incentive programs and constructive feedback.
- Liaised between multiple business divisions to improve communications.
- Streamlined HR efficiencies, coordinated new hire orientations and provided onboarding and training for new employees.
- Collaborated with senior management and performed benefits analysis, corrective action planning and big-picture data capturing.
- Maintained company compliance with local, state and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
- Led and strategically directed team of human resources professionals.
- Leveraged cost-effective digital systems to manage payroll and benefit programs.
- Accurately prepared weekly payroll and tracking data using HRMS.
- Worked as an effective team member while contributing to local and regional HR projects.
- Coordinated activities of the human resources team, distributing resources and personnel effectively across organization to meet HR needs.
- Implemented initiatives to enhance employee engagement, fostering a positive workplace culture.
SR. ASSOCIATE HR
Synechron Inc
Pune, India
02.2010 - 06.2012
- Launched company-wide HR strategies, practices and benefits and compensation policies to drive departmental and business objectives.
- Partnered with senior leadership to establish and develop corporate and HR policies and procedures.
- Developed Internal Performance Appraisal System for 1,000+ employees
- Managed employee separation and retention activities to ensure smooth transitions and minimize turnover.
- Managed the employee benefit program for the entire organization.
- Owned Background Verification process for employee as part of joining process
- Oversaw and managed Joining formalities for employees & their confirmation procedure
- Contributed to annual performance appraisals by working with supervisors to achieve consistency and compliance with established procedures.
- Reviewed existing policies and procedures, recommending enhancements to improve productivity, streamline recruitment, and optimize talent management.
- Liaised between management and employees to resolve conflicts, address concerns, and clarify compensation and benefits policies.
- Conducted annual salary surveys and developed, analyzed and updated company salary budget.
SOFT SKILL TRAINER
Hero Mindmine Pvt Ltd
Pune
07.2009 - 12.2009
- Facilitated training sessions on effective communication, enhancing students' interpersonal skills.
- Managed 180 hours of training for an average batch of 30 students, ensuring comprehensive skill development.
- Monitored attendance and progress, aligning individual goals with training objectives for each participant.
HR GENERALIST
SKP Group Pvt Ltd (now Nextdigm)
Pune
04.2008 - 02.2009
- HRMS Automation of entire SKP Group
- Executed full and final settlement processes for employees, ensuring compliance with company policies.
- Prepared employee salaries and ensured compliance with full and final settlement procedures.
- Achieved regulatory compliance with no adverse audit findings for facilities, documentation compliance or safety.
- Implemented behavioral-based performance management system to define expectations, standards, and key performance areas.
- Researched and analyzed human resources trends and best practices, implementing policy changes to enhance organizational performance.
- Provided guidance and consultation to managers to identify strategies to meet short and long-term business needs.
- Maintained open door policy to foster employee communication and effectively resolve issues.
HR ASSOCIATE
SBI Funds Management Private Limited
Mumbai
06.2007 - 10.2007
- Facilitated annual performance appraisals by collaborating with supervisors to ensure consistency and compliance with established procedures.
- Maximized team knowledge and productivity by training, monitoring, and directing employees in application of best practices and regulatory protocols.
- Reviewed policies and procedures, recommending enhancements to improve work productivity, recruitment, hiring processes, and talent management.
- Liaised with management and employees to resolve conflicts, address issues, and clarify compensation and benefits policies.
- Planned and managed recruitment activities for new hires, implementing strategic personnel and staffing practices.
Education
MBA - HR
Pune University
Pune07-2007
Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science
Pune University
Pune07-2004
Skills
- Human Resources Strategy
- Talent acquisition
- Employee Onboarding
- Onboarding and Benefits Management
- Performance Management
- Employee Relations
- HR Policy management
- Benefits planning
- HRIS management
- HR Software Systems
- Regulatory Compliance
- Engagement initiatives
- HR leadership
- Grievance handling and redressal
- Employee retention
- Internal communications
Timeline
Human Resources Manager (US lead)
Synechron Inc
03.2022 - 02.2024
Human Resources (HR) Manager
Synechron Inc
07.2012 - 09.2017
SR. ASSOCIATE HR
Synechron Inc
02.2010 - 06.2012
SOFT SKILL TRAINER
Hero Mindmine Pvt Ltd
07.2009 - 12.2009
HR GENERALIST
SKP Group Pvt Ltd (now Nextdigm)
04.2008 - 02.2009
HR ASSOCIATE
SBI Funds Management Private Limited
06.2007 - 10.2007
MBA - HR
Pune University
Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Science
Pune University