Saalim Shah

Results-driven HR and Payroll specialist with over 8 years of experience overseeing comprehensive HR operations and payroll processing. Expert at managing the entire employee lifecycle—from bulk recruitment and seamless onboarding to complex full and final settlements. Recognized for maintaining 100% statutory compliance and driving operational efficiency through HRMS implementation and data-driven MIS reporting.

Deputy Manager (HR, Payroll & Compliance) at Sahana Group of Companies (2020-04 – Present)

Overseeing comprehensive HR operations, payroll processing, and statutory compliance

• Processed monthly payroll with high accuracy, ensuring timely salary disbursement and compliance with tax regulations
• Coordinated with government authorities to handle compliance and inspection matters related to PF, ESIC, MLWF, and Professional Tax
• Played a key role in the implementation of a new HRIS system, including process setup and data management
• Managed end-to-end recruitment for multiple positions and oversaw onboarding processes including induction and documentation
• Administered employee exit processes, including exit interviews and full & final (F&F) settlements. Including bulk Layoff As Well

HR & Compliance Manager at Optimal Delivery India Pvt Ltd (2018-10 – 2019-12)

Managed payroll, HR operations, and compliance activities

• Managed monthly payroll, salary disbursements, and vendor invoices
• Maintained HR databases, organization structures, and employee records
• Supported compensation revisions and handled bulk recruitment

Team Leader – MIS & HR Operations at Fintech Blue Solutions (Turtlemint) (2017-02 – 2018-09)

Supervised HR and MIS operations across multiple locations

• Prepared and analyzed MIS reports for sales and claims performance
• Supervised HR & MIS executives across multiple locations
• Managed client and insurance partner communication

HR & MIS Executive at Get Ahead HR Solutions (2016-01 – 2017-01)

Assistant Hub Manager at Nazr Logistic Pvt Ltd (2015-06 – 2015-12)

Bachelor in Accounts & Finance – Mumbai University (2011 – 2014)