Mukesh Sharma

An ambitious, growth-focused strategic thinker with strong skills in HR/IR domain, I am a dedicated advocate for diversity, inclusion, and equity initiatives. With around 25 years of experience in senior HR &Admin,Goverment liasoning and stakeholder management roles at major multinational corporations. Proven expertise in building strong relationships with Government authorities, regulatory bodies, public sector organizations, local administration, and external stakeholders to facilitate smooth business operations and organizational growth.

Sr. General Manager (Head - HR/Admin) - Indian Synthetic Rubber Pvt Ltd. (A JV of Indian Oil & TSRC-Taiwan)

(2011-10 - 2026-05)

• Lead the development and implementation of the organization's overall HR strategy to support the business objectives and drive sustainable growth.
• Serve as a strategic partner to the MD and other C-suite executives, providing insights on workforce planning, talent management, organizational design, and company culture.
• Formulation/revamping of HR policy in line with market scenario and its effectiveness implementation.
• Oversee the development of talent acquisition strategies to attract high-caliber candidates across all levels of the organization.
• Create and implement retention programs that foster employee engagement, reduce turnover, and enhance job satisfaction.
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, ensuring the company fosters a workplace that values and promotes a diverse workforce.
• Work with senior leadership to integrate DEI into the organization's core values, policies, and decision-making processes.
• Design and oversee the performance management framework, ensuring a focus on results, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Lead leadership development initiatives, creating pathways for career progression and succession within the organization.
• Ensure continuous feedback mechanisms are in place to assess employee performance, identify high-potential talent, and address areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement competitive compensation and benefits programs that attract and retain top talent while aligning with the company's financial goals.
• Oversee executive compensation and incentive plans in collaboration with the Board of Directors.
• Lead organizational development efforts, ensuring the company structure and workforce capabilities align with strategic objectives.
• Guide the company through change management processes, including mergers, acquisitions, or restructuring, with a focus on minimizing disruption and maximizing engagement.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, regulations, and internal policies across all jurisdictions where the company operates.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the organization and government agencies, legal counsel, and regulatory bodies on organizations issues
• Lead high level coordination and liaisoning with Government authorities, regulatory bodies, district administration, labor departments, police authorities, pollution control boards, industry associations and other key stakeholders for statutory compliance, approvals, dispute resolution and business continuity.

AGM (HR/Admin) - Samsung (C&T and Engg Co. Ltd)

(2007-01 - 2011-12)

Manager (Administration) - Daelim Industrial Co. Ltd

(2003-01 - 2007-12)

Officer (Personnel & Administration) - SAMSUNG ENGENEERING COMPANY LIMITED

(2001-01 - 2002-12)

Assistant -IR/Time office - Larsen & Toubro Ltd. ( ECC Division)- Off Roll Barauni Refinery ( AVU 3 & BXP Project)

(1999-01 - 2001-12)

Master's Degree - Industrial Relations & Personnel Management(PMIR) - Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapeeth, Varanasi , UP ( Govt. University) (1996-01 - 1998-12)

Bachelor Degree - B.Com (Hons.) in Commerce - Banaras Hindu University (B.H.U), Varanasi,UP (Govt University) (1993-01 - 1996-12)

Intermediate in Science (PCM) - Science (PCM) - Kendriya Vidyalaya, B.H.U, Varanasi (1992-01 - 1992-12)

PhD (PURSUING) - Management - Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology(RGIPT- Institution of National Importance,Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas)