Cireesha Mailavarapu

About Cireesha Mailavarapu

Engineer by education. Human Resources leader by profession, Strategic HR leader with 20+ years of experience driving HR transformation, talent strategy, digital HR, HR operations, and workforce development across IT, Pharma, Manufacturing, Healthcare, Food Services, and Facilities Management.As AVP & HR Operations Head at Sodexo, I lead HR for a workforce and a 130+ member HR team, delivering excellence across:Business HR & Strategic Workforce PlanningHiring, Talent Management & Leadership DevelopmentDEI & Culture BuildingPerformance Management & Capability BuildingHR Compliance & GovernanceDigital HR, HR Tech Adoption & Process OptimizationEmployee Experience & EngagementI specialize in building scalable, tech‑enabled HR models that strengthen organizational culture, improve employee experience, and drive business impact.My global experience spans India, USA, Singapore, Australia, and the Middle East, where I’ve designed agile HR frameworks, digital HR transformations, talent development programs, and people analytics–driven solutions.Across both high‑growth startups (HighRadius, OTSi) and large enterprises (Sodexo, Dr. Reddy’s, Sagarsoft, Napier Healthcare), I have shaped HR systems that blend empathy, innovation, and execution discipline. Awards & RecognitionRecognized for excellence in HR Operations, HR Tech, L&D, Leadership Development, and Talent Transformation, including:HR Leadership Award – Telangana Leadership Awards (2025)HR Excellence Award – GHRDN & Bennett University (2025)Best HR Operations Excellence Award – Telangana FMC (2024)Young L&D Champion – Future of Learning & Development Summit (2023)HR Leader of the Year – Talent Acquisition Conclave (20•••01 Most Fabulous HR Tech Leaders – World HRD Congress (2020) Speaker & Thought LeadershipHR Tech & Digital TransformationInclusive Leadership & DEI StrategyWorkforce Agility & Culture BuildingPeople Analytics & Future‑Ready HR ModelsHR Operating Models for Scale Core Competencies• Global HR Strategy & Transformation• Large‑Scale HR Operations workforce)• Organizational Design & Change Management• Talent Management & Succession Planning• DEI & Inclusive Leadership• HR Tech & Digital Transformation• Employee Experience & Engagement• Compliance, Governance & Risk Management• Startup Scaling • Employee Relations | OD | Deferred CompensationOn a regular basis, i keep career on track by intentionally investing in continuous learning, staying updated on HR trends, and enhancing your leadership capabilities through industry events, roundtables, and speaking engagements.

Experience

1. Associate Vice President & HR Operations Head for South India

   Sodexo

   Jan 2024 — Present · Hyderabad, IN

   Hyderabad | Leading HR for employees across AP, Telangana, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu & KeralaAs Head of HR Operations for South India at Sodexo, I lead a high‑impact team of 130+ HR professionals across diverse, multi‑state geographies—driving strategic and operational excellence for a workforce of over employees.My leadership is centered on building scalable, high‑performance HR systems that strengthen culture, accelerate capability, and enhance employee experience. My focus areas include: HR Business Partnering & Strategic Workforce Planning Talent Management, Leadership Development & Retention Employee Engagement & Culture Transformation DEI, Industrial Relations & Statutory Compliance Payroll, Client Relationship Management & Tech‑Enabled HR Models

Education

• Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University

  B.Tech, ECE

  2001 — 2005

• Punjab Technical University

  MBA, HR & Marketing

  2009 — 2011

Skills

• Customer Relationship Management (Crm)
• Management
• System Administration
• Talent Management
• Employee Benefits
• Sourcing
• Technical Recruiting
• Personnel Management
• Business Development
• Organizational Development
• Employer Branding
• Performance Management
• Crm
• Employee Training
• Screening
• Hiring
• Deferred Compensation
• Onboarding
• Payroll
• Team Management
• IT Recruitment
• Staff Augmentation
• Contract Recruitment
• Benefits Administration
• Applicant Tracking Systems
• Benefits Negotiation
• Talent Acquisition
• Vendor Management
• Temporary Placement
• Screening Resumes
• Human Resources
• Employee Relations
• Interviews
• Recruitments
• HR Consulting
• Visas
• Recruiting
• HR Policies
• Employee Engagement