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# Santhosh Jouseph on Tal

## Headline

HR & Business Transformation Leader \| Digital HR Strategy \| Talent & Workforce Optimization \| Ex\-Reliance Retail \| Enabling People & Organizations to Thrive

## About

With over 18 years of experience in Human Resources, I recently served as State Head – Human Resources at Reliance Retail, leading HR operations, compliance, and workforce optimization across the Karnataka region\. My work focused on streamlining HR processes, enhancing employee engagement, and ensuring 100% statutory compliance through robust governance strategies\. Leveraging expertise in HR digitization and talent acquisition, I contributed to initiatives that improved workforce productivity and retention\. Passionate about driving tech\-enabled HR solutions, I excel in fostering high\-performing teams and aligning HR strategy with organizational goals to enable sustainable business growth\.

## Location

Hyderabad

## Work experience

Health and well\-being at Career Break, Apr 2023 \- Present · 3 yrs 3 mos, Hyderabad, Telangana, \- Took time off for a medical procedure and recovery while staying updated on HR technology advancements and digital HR solutions\. \- Focused on professional development, upskilling in HR automation, AI\-driven workforce analytics, and emerging HR trends\. \- Continued engaging with industry research, networking, and HR strategy discussions to stay aligned with market trends\. \- Now fully recovered and actively seeking HR leadership opportunities to drive HR transformation, talent strategy, and business excellence\.

State Head – Human Resources \(Karnataka Region\) \| Reliance Retail at Reliance Retail, Oct 2022 \- Mar 2023 · 6 mos, Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India, • HR Operations & Workforce Management – Managed end\-to\-end HR functions for frontline/grey\-collar workforce across retail stores, ensuring seamless HR service delivery\. • Talent Acquisition & Retention – Spearheaded hiring, onboarding, and retention strategies to maintain a high\-performing frontline workforce\. • Employee Engagement & Relations – Designed and executed employee engagement programs to boost motivation, reduce attrition, and improve workplace culture\. • Compliance & Payroll Governance – Ensured 100% statutory compliance, payroll accuracy, and HR process adherence across all store locations\. • Performance & Productivity Enhancement – Implemented structured performance evaluation frameworks for store staff, leading to improved operational efficiency\. • HR Automation & Self\-Service Enablement – Introduced HR technology solutions to streamline employee self\-service portals, attendance tracking, and grievance handling\.

Head of HR \| Scrova \(Startup\) at Sumup3 Infotech Pvt\. Ltd, Jul 2019 \- Sep 2022 · 3 yrs 3 mos, Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India, • Built HR from the ground up – Designed and implemented end\-to\-end HR policies, processes, and frameworks from scratch to support a growing startup\. • Talent Acquisition & Organizational Structuring – Developed hiring strategies, workforce planning, and role definitions to build a high\-performing team\. • HR Compliance & Policy Formulation – Established HR policies, employee handbooks, and compliance guidelines ensuring regulatory adherence\. • Compensation & Benefits Design – Structured salary frameworks, performance incentives, and benefits programs to attract and retain top talent\. • Performance Management & Culture Development – Introduced goal\-setting frameworks, OKRs/KPIs, and employee engagement strategies to foster a strong workplace culture\. • HR Tech Implementation – Spearheaded the adoption of HRMS platforms for payroll, attendance, and employee lifecycle management\.

Head of HR \| BVG India Ltd \(South\) at BVG India Limited, May 2017 \- Jun 2019 · 2 yrs 2 mos, Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India, • HR Leadership Across Six States – Led HR operations across Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Pondicherry, and Telangana, ensuring seamless workforce management\. • Digital HR Transformation – Spearheaded the implementation of HRMS software, driving automation in payroll, attendance, performance tracking, and employee self\-service\. • Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning – Developed and executed strategic hiring frameworks to support diverse service sectors, improving efficiency and talent retention\. • Compliance & Employee Relations – Ensured 100% statutory compliance across multiple jurisdictions, fostering a legally sound and employee\-friendly work environment\. • Performance Management & Productivity Enhancement – Introduced data\-driven evaluation systems to enhance workforce performance and career development\. • Training & Development – Designed upskilling programs to enhance employee capabilities, aligning with BVG’s focus on operational excellence\. • HR Process Optimization & Cost Efficiency – Led workflow automation and digitization to streamline HR processes, reducing redundancies and improving service delivery\.

Senior HR Business Partner \| Essel Vision Productions at Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited, Jun 2016 \- Jan 2017 · 8 mos, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India, • Studio Establishment & Workforce Planning – Led HR initiatives for setting up new studio operations, including talent acquisition, organizational design, and workforce planning\. • Policy Development & Compliance – Developed and implemented HR policies and procedures tailored to the entertainment industry, ensuring labor law compliance\. • Talent Acquisition & Onboarding – Managed end\-to\-end hiring for production roles and designed onboarding programs to ensure seamless integration of new hires\. • Employee Relations & Engagement – Acted as a strategic advisor on employee relations, spearheaded engagement initiatives, and addressed workplace concerns\. • Training & Development – Identified skill gaps and coordinated training programs to enhance employee capabilities and career growth\. • Performance Management – Implemented appraisal systems and performance frameworks, guiding managers and employees to align performance with company objectives\.

## Education

PGDM, Human Resources Management and Services, IMT CDL Ghaziabad

Post Graduate Diploma In Computer Applications \(PGDCA\), Computer Science, Janardan Rai Nagar Rajasthan Vidyapeeth \(JRNRVU\), Udaipur

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