Mala Gautam

About Mala Gautam

I am an HR professional with 12+ years of experience in Human Resource Management, specializing in talent acquisition, HR operations, and building high-performing teams across multiple industries including real estate and manufacturing.Currently working as HR Head at Smart Realty, where I lead HR operations across three branches – Gurugram, Dwarka, and Noida. My role focuses on strengthening recruitment strategy, managing talent pipelines, and supporting business expansion through effective workforce planning and employee engagement initiatives.Previously, I worked as HR Manager with Patanjali Renewable Energy, where I was responsible for recruitment management, HR operations, and employee engagement programs.Between 2021 and 2024, I dedicated time to preparing for the Union Public Service Commission Civil Services Examination, which strengthened my analytical thinking, discipline, and understanding of governance and public administration.I am passionate about developing people strategies that support organizational growth, building strong teams, and creating a positive work culture.I look forward to connecting with professionals and leaders across the HR, real estate, and business community.

Experience

1. HR Head

   Smart Realty

   Nov 2024 — Present · Gurugram, IN

   Leading Human Resource operations across three branches – Gurugram, Dwarka, and Noida, supporting business growth through strategic talent acquisition, HR operations management, and employee engagement initiatives.Key Responsibilities & Achievements• Manage end-to-end HR operations for multiple branches ensuring smooth workforce management and operational efficiency.• Lead large-scale recruitment initiatives for sales and support functions, building a strong hiring pipeline aligned with organizational expansion plans.• Coordinated outreach and engagement with 500+ candidates, strengthening the recruitment funnel for business development teams.• Partner with leadership to support workforce planning and team expansion strategies across locations.• Drive employee engagement and retention initiatives to improve team performance and workplace culture.• Oversee HR processes including onboarding, employee documentation, attendance monitoring, and HR policy implementation.• Support branch leadership in building high-performing teams and maintaining HR compliance.

Education

• graduated from IMS Ghaziabad.

  Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) (honours), Biotechnology

  2005 — 2008

• Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology - SMU

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Human Resources Management and Services

  2008 — 2011

Skills

• Organizational Development
• Talent Acquisition
• New Business Development
• Management
• Technical Recruiting
• Training & Development
• Recruitment & Retention
• Screening
• Human Resources
• Lead Management
• Employee Relations
• Attendance Management
• Team Management
• Business Development
• Negotiation
• Employee Orientations