Divya Gunashekar XLRI Jamshedpur
Bengaluru, Karnataka Executive Development Program, Human Resources Management
+91 87223 49960 2019 - 2020
beyondhrborders@gmail.com
LinkedIn Profile Bangalore University
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.), Finance, Accounting, Management
2008 - 2012
Summary
Dynamic HR Director with a knack for nurturing talent and fostering exceptional organizational
cultures. Fluent in six languages, bringing a multicultural perspective to HR leadership. Currently
leading the APAC region at Horizontal Talent, focusing on organizational development, talent
acquisition, and cross-functional collaboration. Passionate about growth, mentorship, and community
involvement.
Experience
Horizontal Talent February 2023 - Present (1.5 years)
Website http://www.horizontaltalent.com
Industry: IT staffing, digital solutions & tech consultants
Role Played: Human Resources Director - APAC
The Scalers November 2019 to December 2022 (3.1 years)
Website: https://thescalers.com/
Industry: IT Services and IT Consulting
Role Played: Director - HR & Talent Acquisition
May 2021 - December 2022 (1 year 8 months)
Human Resources Manager
June 2020 - May 2021 (1 year)
Chief Happiness Officer (HRBP)
November 2019 - June 2020 (8 months)
CareerXperts Consulting July 2019 - November 2019 (5 months)
Website: https://careerxperts.com
Industry: Human Resources Services
Role Played: HR Manager
MarketOne International July 2015 - June 2019 (4 years)
Website https://www.marketone.com
Industry: Marketing Services
Role Played: HR Manager
Langoor August 2012 to July 2015 (3 years)
Website http://www.langoor.com
Industry Advertising Services
Role Played: HR Manager
Roles in brief:
Horizontal Talent Human Resources Director - APAC
• Spearheaded regional HR strategies aligning with global business goals.
• Orchestrated talent acquisition efforts to attract top-tier candidates.
• Designed and implemented employee development programs to boost performance.
• Championed diversity and inclusion initiatives, fostering a collaborative environment.
• Managed employee relations, addressing grievances and fostering positive culture.
• Directed performance management systems to ensure goal alignment and accountability.
• Led compensation and benefits strategies to retain top talent.
• Developed and executed HR policies, ensuring compliance with local laws.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive organizational development.
• Utilized data analytics to inform strategic HR decisions and improve processes.
• Oversaw onboarding processes, ensuring seamless integration for new hires.
• Implemented HR technology solutions to streamline operations.
• Fostered employee engagement through regular feedback and recognition programs.
• Coordinated with leadership to plan and execute workforce planning initiatives.
• Advocated for employee well-being, introducing health and wellness programs.
The Scalers
Director - HR & Talent Acquisition / Human Resources Manager / Chief Happiness Officer
• Led HR and talent acquisition strategy across multiple international locations, managing full-
cycle recruitment processes and ensuring timely and effective hiring.
• Developed and executed talent acquisition plans to meet business growth targets, introducing
innovative sourcing techniques to attract high-caliber candidates.
• Fostered a culture of continuous learning and development through targeted programs,
facilitating employee development programs to enhance skills and capabilities.
• Led diversity and inclusion initiatives, promoting a welcoming and inclusive workplace.
• Collaborated with senior leadership to align HR strategy with business objectives, optimizing
HR processes through technology and data-driven decision-making.
• Managed employee relations, addressing concerns, handling conflicts, and promoting harmony
to foster a positive work environment.
• Directed compensation and benefits strategies to remain competitive in the market.
• Conducted workforce planning and talent management to meet business needs, analyzing HR
metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Developed and implemented HR policies and procedures in line with company goals, ensuring
compliance with local employment laws and regulations.
• Drove employee engagement initiatives, boosting morale and retention rates, and organized
team-building activities to strengthen workplace relationships.
• Promoted corporate values and fostered a positive organizational culture, managing employee
onboarding and offboarding processes for a seamless experience.
• Acted as a liaison between employees and management, advocating for employee needs and
concerns at the leadership level.
• Designed and executed programs to recognize and reward employee contributions, promoting
work-life balance through flexible policies and initiatives.
• Provided coaching and support to employees on career development, mentoring HR team
members to enhance their skills and career growth.
• Led organizational development efforts to support scaling and transformation, ensuring a
supportive and inclusive work environment for all employees.
