Sharanya Kakkar
Horsham
Summary
Dynamic HR Generalist with over 8 years of experience supporting the full employee lifecycle in diverse global organizations across consulting, healthcare, consumer, technology, and manufacturing sectors. Expertise in HR operations, employee relations, payroll and benefits coordination, and performance management, along with proficiency in HR systems such as Workday. Recognized for maintaining accuracy and confidentiality while effectively partnering with multiple stakeholders in fast-paced, multi-regional environments. Committed to fostering a positive work culture and driving operational effectiveness through strong collaboration and a results-oriented approach.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Coach (Pre & Post Natal)
My Health Buddy
02.2024 - Current
- Designed and delivered comprehensive training sessions to support pre and postpartum recovery for a diverse clientele of 500+ individuals.
- Led training and onboarding initiatives for 5 new team members. Created standard operating procedures to enhance operational consistency.
- Achieved promotion to professional category within one year through exceptional performance and adherence to quality standards.
Senior Associate, Global Mobility Compensation
Deloitte LLP
06.2015 - 03.2018
- Managed payroll and compensation operations for international assignees to ensure compliance and accuracy across multiple regions.
- Executed payroll input management and reconciliations, ensuring precise reporting and maintenance of compensation data in HR systems.
- Oversaw teams across multiple locations, including Reading, Cardiff, and Hyderabad, to drive project success. Managed five associates in Reading, one in Cardiff, and six in Hyderabad, fostering a collaborative environment. Championed team development initiatives to improve performance and engagement.
- Optimized client performance by streamlining processes, achieving a 30% reduction in processing time and a 5% decrease in errors.
- UK
HR EMEA Specialist
TIBCO Software
05.2015 - 06.2015
- Supported end-to-end employee lifecycle processes including onboarding, offboarding, and documentation for 200 employees.
- Coordinated payroll and benefits administration for EMEA employees.
- First point of contact for employee relations and HR policy queries.
- Led cross-functional teams to implement software solutions, enhancing project delivery efficiency.
- Developed and maintained integrations using TIBCO Cloud Integration to streamline data workflows.
- Implemented new training programs for staff, leading to higher employee retention rates and better overall performance.
HR Specialist
Johnson & Johnson Ltd
09.2014 - 12.2014
- Facilitated employee onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring accurate HR documentation management across EMEA.
- Coordinated calibration sessions for performance management cycles to enhance talent development for 50 top performers.
- Coordinated payroll cycles and contributed to successful Workday HRIS implementation, enhancing operational efficiency for a workforce exceeding 500 employees.
HR Generalist
The Delta Group
01.2014 - 02.2014
- Provided comprehensive HR generalist services to enhance employee experience, including onboarding, offboarding, payroll management, benefits administration, and employee relations for a workforce of 500+ in the UK.
- Facilitated HR reporting audits and managed information systems to ensure compliance.
HR Assistant Manager
Genpact
02.2012 - 09.2013
- Developed and implemented end-to-end training strategy to enhance skills and performance of 50 management staff members.
- Managed comprehensive hiring and training initiatives for 300 employees to ensure seamless client transition and exceed project objectives.
- Oversaw resolution of 25 complex employee relations cases, ensuring compliance with organizational policies.
- Implemented initiatives to boost staff retention rates from 10% to 15% in FY 2013, fostering a more stable workforce.
- Received silver award from Genpact for initiatives enhancing employee engagement and fostering a positive workplace culture.
HR Executive
Asahi India Glass Ltd
09.2010 - 02.2012
- Managed onboarding, payroll documentation, and offboarding procedures to ensure seamless transitions for employees.
- Designed and launched vocational training initiatives, focusing on business model alignment and effective talent acquisition strategies.
- Assisted in defining succession planning process for organization in collaboration with Deloitte India. Supported development of individual plans for top 40 executives within firm.
- Consistently positioned within the top 10 of the manager performance matrix, demonstrating leadership and effectiveness at Asahi.
Education
Master of Science - Human Resource Management & Organisational Analysis
King’s College London
London, United Kingdom09-2010
Master of Arts - Social Work
Delhi School of Social Work
Delhi, India04-2009
Bachelor of Arts - History
St. Stephen’s College
Delhi, India06-2007
Skills
- Employee lifecycle management
- Payroll administration
- Compensation management
- Employee engagement strategies
- Human resources policies
- Employee performance assessment
- Effective motivational interviewing
- HRIS and Workday proficiency
- Global workforce mobility coordination
- Workday HRIS management
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Cognos analytics
- Experience with SAP systems
- Oracle
- PSE
Languages
English
Hindi
Hr Systems
- Workday HRIS
- Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Cognos
- SAP
- Oracle
- PSE
Personal Information
Nationality: British
Core Hr Skills
- Employee Lifecycle (Hire to Exit)
- Payroll & Benefits Administration
- Compensation & Salary Changes
- Employee Relations
- HR Policies & Compliance
- Performance Management
- HRIS & Workday
- Global mobility
Timeline
Health Coach (Pre & Post Natal)
My Health Buddy
02.2024 - Current
Senior Associate, Global Mobility Compensation
Deloitte LLP
06.2015 - 03.2018
HR EMEA Specialist
TIBCO Software
05.2015 - 06.2015
HR Specialist
Johnson & Johnson Ltd
09.2014 - 12.2014
HR Generalist
The Delta Group
01.2014 - 02.2014
HR Assistant Manager
Genpact
02.2012 - 09.2013
HR Executive
Asahi India Glass Ltd
09.2010 - 02.2012
Master of Science - Human Resource Management & Organisational Analysis
King’s College London
Master of Arts - Social Work
Delhi School of Social Work
Bachelor of Arts - History
St. Stephen’s College