Varsha Vijayaraghavan
Hillsboro,USA
Summary
Seasoned HR professional with a Master's in HR Development Psychology. Proven track record in Pharma and Telecom, excelling in Business Partnering, Workforce Strategy, Talent Management, Change Management and Project Management. Experienced in managing organizational transformations and M&As. Advocate for CSR initiatives and D&I strategies. Committed to harmonizing human potential with HR automation for innovative, inclusive workplaces. Yoga enthusiast dedicated to balance professional and personal life.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Director - Workforce Strategy
Novartis
10.2020 - 09.2023
- Spearheaded development of Build vs Buy framework, optimizing talent acquisition decisions and supporting career pathing
- Designed and implemented Global Integrated Workforce Management Framework, enhancing holistic talent acquisition processes
- Orchestrated relocation of 3,000 employees across 12 functions during organizational restructuring, minimizing disruption
- Piloted talent marketplace platform for 3,000 employees, revolutionizing internal mobility and skill utilization
- Led strategic workforce planning initiatives, aligning talent requirements to stay relevant with Organizational needs
- Developed data-driven hypotheses to evaluate and enhance workforce processes, providing actionable recommendations
- Co-designed capability development programs based on current skills and future requirements, driving strategic upskilling
- Managed role catalog governance and change management, ensuring organizational alignment and efficiency
- Conducted external labor market analysis through benchmarking and surveys, informing strategic workforce decisions
- Delivered periodic insights to leadership on workforce trends, facilitating data-driven decision-making in talent management
HR Business Partner
Vodafone Idea Ltd.
03.2016 - 10.2020
- Successfully led the Rewards and Recognitions framework redesign project for a newly merged organization, consolidating existing awards and improving relevance
- Played a key role in the Digital Operating Model implementation project, establishing a new Digital department with focus on product management and business integration
- Managed the end-to-end development and deployment of an AI-powered HR bot, resulting in 40% optimization of HR operations manpower
- Directed the establishment of a comprehensive Early Talent Development Program, improving talent retention and career growth
- Spearheaded HR Analytics project for Productivity Measurement, achieving 25% process and headcount optimization
- Led a critical project analyzing women's challenges during COVID-19, resulting in implementation of supportive ecosystem for 35% female workforce
- HR Business Partner: Served as a strategic advisor to senior leadership, aligning HR practices with business objectives and driving talent management initiatives
- Spearheaded digital HR transformation and employee communication strategies, orchestrating content development, enhancing social media branding, and facilitating executive-level collaborations
- Led organizational culture and engagement programs, including survey design, data analysis, and presentation of actionable insights
- Championed talent management initiatives, focusing on performance improvement, learning & development, and succession planning
- Conducted periodic talent discussions, assessments, and managed the young talent portfolio
- Directed end-to-end HR process management for full-time employees, including training needs assessment, in-house session delivery, and vendor relationship management
- Managed outsourced manpower operations, ensuring compliance and effective vendor management
- Led campus recruitment projects employer branding initiatives at trainee campuses
- Served as the point of contact for corporate social responsibility initiatives within the business unit
Process Specialist Performance Management System
Deloitte
07.2015 - 02.2016
- Led the performance management for two service lines comprising 4000 employees
- Working closely with HR Business Advisors and service line leaders to drive a performance management system, offering analytics and recommendations
HR Business Partner
Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd (Pharma)
04.2010 - 07.2015
- Successfully led the design and implementation of the award-winning Diversity Framework (SHE), gaining national recognition
- Managed the automation project for key HR processes (Transfer, Confirmation & Settlement), improving efficiency and reducing turnaround time
- Played a crucial role in the induction process improvement project, enhancing the overall employee experience
- Directed comprehensive employee lifecycle management projects for sales and manufacturing units, overseeing HR operations and talent management initiatives
- Led corporate talent acquisition projects, developing and implementing strategies to attract top talent
- Served as HR project liaison for operations, facilitating talent management initiatives for senior leadership
- Spearheaded diversity and inclusion projects, driving the organization's diversity agenda
- Managed employee engagement projects, designing and implementing initiatives to boost morale and productivity
- Orchestrated the implementation and management of the employee assistance program, supporting workforce well-being
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to align HR projects with organizational goals and objectives
Customer Service
Coles Express
10.2008 - 02.2009
- Managed the store operation as a customer service agent
HR Executive
SKS Microfinance Pvt Ltd
09.2007 - 06.2008
- Designed the career development model for the field staff
- Responsible for talent management and capability building
- Designated HR point of contact to collaborate with the business to provide timely interventions
Assistant Consultant - Assessment Practices
Ma Foi Management Consultants Ltd
10.2006 - 09.2007
- Emerged as a top-performing region from negative to positive in 6 months
- The role involved: Generating business/ leads to create a market for assessment tools (Psychometric Tests)
- Driving opportunities and establishing channels to run assessment centers and certifications
Education
Masters - Human Resource Development (Psychology)
University of Madras
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, English Literature and Psychology
Osmania University
Skills
- Human resources management
- Strategic planning
- Workforce planning
- Organizational development
- Relationship building
- Diversity and inclusion initiatives
- Coaching and mentoring
- Analytical thinking
- Strategic leadership
- Project management
Personal Information
Visa Status: Green Card Holder
Accomplishments
- National-level athlete in 100 meters sprint
- Earned the distinction of youngest sports captain in High School
Certificationsandworkshops
- Workday Basics Series by Learn with Workday
- Participated in the program on Manpower planning and performance management system
- Completed a one-day workshop on Role Clarification Documentation by Mercer
- Completed HR capability building program conducted by Dr Reddy's Laboratories
- Attended workshop on Competency Based Interview Techniques and Instructional Design
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Associate Director - Workforce Strategy
Novartis
10.2020 - 09.2023
HR Business Partner
Vodafone Idea Ltd.
03.2016 - 10.2020
Process Specialist Performance Management System
Deloitte
07.2015 - 02.2016
HR Business Partner
Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd (Pharma)
04.2010 - 07.2015
Customer Service
Coles Express
10.2008 - 02.2009
HR Executive
SKS Microfinance Pvt Ltd
09.2007 - 06.2008
Assistant Consultant - Assessment Practices
Ma Foi Management Consultants Ltd
10.2006 - 09.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, English Literature and Psychology
Osmania University
Masters - Human Resource Development (Psychology)
University of Madras
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