Manish Bhardwaj

About Manish Bhardwaj

If you don’t have a good solution, you don’t have a good problem.” Strategy & Transformation | Data & Insights | HR Analytics | Business Consulting HR Data & Insights Leader with 19+ years of experience driving enterprise-levelworkforce insights, strategic reporting, and data storytelling| Proven expertise in leadingglobal teams, partnering with C-suite leadership, and delivering scalable analytics solutionsthat shape talent strategy, organizational agility, and innovation| Connect the dots- Customerto employee| Data Visualization| HR Transformation| Shared Services| Data Governance|System deployment| Building Dashboards, Scorecards, Resource Planning etc.I bring a unique blend of strategic insight and operational rigor, with a strong track record in driving data-informed decision-making and stakeholder engagement at a global scale.I am a Talent Data & Insights leader with deep experience in building and scaling people analytics, reporting infrastructure, and data governance across complex, global organizations.As Talent Data & Insight Delivery Leader within Talent Insights & Analytics, I am accountable for the delivery of high-quality, trusted talent and workforce data that enables informed decision-making. My role spans strategic data architecture and hands-on analytics delivery- transforming complex talent data into clear, actionable insights aligned to EY’s broader business and talent strategy.I work at the intersection of Talent, Technology, and Analytics, with a focus on:• Establishing enterprise-wide data standards, governance, and KPI frameworks• Optimizing talent analytics platforms and reporting channels• Leveraging AI and advanced analytics to improve accessibility and insight• Embedding analytics into workforce planning, talent reviews, and leadership discussions• Building strong analytics communities and centers of excellence• Enabling the shift from reporting outputs to strategic, insight-driven partnershipsWith hands-on experience across SQL, Python, Power BI, Databricks, and enterprise HR systems, I bring both technical depth and strategic perspective. I am passionate about using data responsibly and effectively to improve talent outcomes, strengthen decision confidence, and deliver measurable impact at scale- shaping the future of work through insight-led leadership.

Experience

1. Associate Director

   EY

   Feb 2026 — Present · Bengaluru, IN

   Data & Insights Leader for Global Talent Insights and Analytics

Education

• SIOM,Pune

  MBA, Finance

  2005 — 2007

• Savitribai Phule Pune University

  Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.), Civil Engineering

  2000 — 2004

Skills

• Microsoft Excel
• Project Management
• Financial Modeling
• Team Management
• Auditing
• Corporate Finance
• Financial Analysis
• Financial Audits
• Business Process Improvement
• Management
• Requirements Analysis
• Valuation
• Mis
• Analysis
• Finance
• Business Analysis
• Management Information Systems (Mis)
• Financial Accounting
• Analytics
• Business Strategy
• Accounting
• Financial Reporting
• Internal Audit