Harshad Kharde

About Harshad Kharde

Corporate HR Business Partner with extensive experience overseeing HR strategy across multiple business units. Developed a performance management system that boosted employee engagement scores by 25% year-over-year, significantly enhancing retention rates. Additionally, spearheaded a diversity initiative that increased diverse hires by 15%, promoting an inclusive workplace culture. Skilled in data-driven workforce planning and collaboration with senior leadership, bringing a strategic approach to align HR initiatives with business objectives for measurable impact.

Experience

1. Assistant Vice President & Corporate HR Business Partner

   HDFC Bank

   Jan 2023 — Present · Mumbai, IN

   Business Integration: Translate complex business goals into scalable people strategies that drive departmental success.Leadership Partnership: Serve as a primary point of contact for department heads to navigate organizational design, performance gaps, and change management.Talent Pipeline Development: Collaborate with managers to identify future talent needs and build robust development programs to close skill gaps.Employee Advocacy: Drive initiatives that enhance employee experience and morale while ensuring alignment with the company’s mission.Evidence-Based Strategy: Utilize data-driven storytelling to influence stakeholders and justify investments in people initiatives.Compliance & Excellence: Ensure all people-related activities exceed regulatory standards while maintaining a focus on ethical business practices.

Education

• ICFAI University

  Master of Business Administration (MBA)

• University of Mumbai

  BFM

• ICFAI Business School

  Postgraduate Diploma

Skills

• Branch Banking
• Human Resources
• Crm
• Management
• Relationship Management
• Business Analysis
• Onboarding
• Human Resources Information Systems (Hris)
• Retail Banking
• Mis
• Employee Engagement
• Interviewing
• Talent Acquisition
• Vendor Management
• Management Information Systems (Mis)
• Hiring
• Employee Relations
• Capital Markets
• Business Development
• Banking
• Team Management
• Quality Assurance