Komal Padhi

Strategic HR Business Partner with 2+ years of experience in employee lifecycle management, HR governance, compliance, and employee relations. Skilled in workforce analytics, attrition management, and process improvement, with a proven ability to partner with cross-functional teams and deliver data-driven HR solutions. Known for strong business acumen, strategic thinking, and building effective stakeholder relationships across all organizational levels.

HR Business Partner (HRBP) - 1Point1 Solutions - Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra

(2025-01)

Managed end-to-end Employee Lifecycle Management including onboarding, inductions, IJPs, leave administration, time tracking, week-off compliance, and exit processes for 500+ employees.

• Implemented the Engagement Framework (SD & BHR), incorporating 10 and 15 monthly engagement activities for Service Delivery and HR teams, driving employee engagement and retention.
• Developed and implemented the Engagement and Recognition (E&R 0-30, 30-60) Model, fostering clarity in onboarding, increasing engagement, and easing the transition from training to operations, reducing early-stage attrition by 8%.
• Developed and executed the Team Coach Academy (TCA), creating a talent pipeline that delivered 52 promotions in 8 months. Implemented the CRE Growth Policy, driving employee retention through structured career progression and annual increments.
• Launched the Human Resource Champions (HRC) program to strengthen employee engagement, feedback collection, and workforce advocacy.
• Developed the New Joining Handover Process with detailed checklists and a 'Meet and Greet' session, reducing training attrition from 40% to below 16%.
• Introduced the Commitment Sheet, improving transparency on employment terms (salary, shift timings, benefits), reducing onboarding issues significantly.
• Reduced attrition from 17% to 9.2% in Mumbai within one year through targeted retention strategies.
• Supported the implementation of POSH, diversity, and inclusion initiatives through awareness programs, Diva's Club, and specialized sessions for women, PWD, and LGBTQ+ employees, fostering an inclusive workplace and contributing to zero POSH cases over one year.
• Analyzed eNPS scores and collaborated with programs to design and execute targeted action plans.
• Drove monthly 'Leadership Connect with Top Performers' program to motivate top performers and assess floor pulse.
• Initiated learning and development programs, including BookWorm sessions, skill enhancement training (Excel, PowerPoint, executive presence), and leadership development workshops for managers and supervisors.
• Published weekly 5-Star Reports on key KPIs and Monthly Attrition Analysis reports with detailed segmentation for data-driven decision-making.
• Prepared and presented HR dashboards covering attrition, engagement, workforce trends, and compliance metrics, supporting strategic leadership decisions.
• Acted as a trusted advisor to managers on performance management, disciplinary actions, conflict resolution, and employee relations matters.
• Managed employee grievances through structured interventions and follow-ups, improving issue closure effectiveness and employee satisfaction.

HR Trainee - Industrial Relations - Maruti Suzuki Power Train Plant - Manesar, Gurgaon

(2024-06 - 2024-07)

Supported industrial relations, HR compliance, and employee welfare programmes for a large-scale manufacturing environment.

• Assisted in the 'Financial Literacy & Well-being' project impacting 300+ employees, enhancing workforce satisfaction and engagement.
• Contributed to grievance management and welfare audits, achieving zero non-compliance incidents across the review period.
• Introduced SAMADHAN, a dedicated salary query resolution desk, streamlining payroll-related issue resolution and enhancing employee experience.

HR Intern - Jubilant Sports Car Pvt. Ltd. - Pune

(2022-05 - 2022-06)

• Conducted employee feedback surveys and culture assessments, contributing to a 12% improvement in satisfaction through targeted action plans.
• Assisted in designing structured onboarding and engagement plans for new hires to strengthen early retention.

MBA - Human Resource Management & Marketing - Birla Global University, Odisha (2023 - 2025)

BBA - Human Resource Management - Siksha 'O' Anusandhan University, Odisha (2020 - 2023)