Megha Raja

About Megha Raja

HR Specialist showcasing a commitment to Excellence in various industries.Experience: 7+ years as HR department head (Manager level) 7 years of HR management experience Multi-State & International HR (Italy, India) Industries: Construction - Hospitality - Commercial Employee Engagement Corporate Communications Employment Law Strategic Planning Organizational Development HR Department Establishment Change Management Workforce Planning Budgeting & Forecasting Immigration Total Compensation Benefits Negotiation, Selection & Administration Workers Compensation Recruitment Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) Performance Management Employer Branding Social Media E-Marketing Multi-State Payroll Community Relations Facilities and Vendor Management Project ManagementKey Words: B2B B2C HRIS Paylocity business development executive consulting stakeholder engagement SALES operational excellence Performance management Benefits administration intellectual capital process optimization career pathing customer service coaching training recognition policy writing training manuals handbooks business continuity risk management SHRM-CP hotels hospitality Safety Unemployment Claims Analytical Skills Open Enrollment Organization Skills Supervisory Skills Design OSHA COBRA

Experience

1. Global Director, Human Resources

   GRANITI VICENTIA GROUP

   Jan 2025 — Present · Houston, TX, US

   a. HR Operations & ComplianceLead and standardize HR operations globally, including onboarding, offboarding, personnel records, and HRIS administration.Ensure compliance with applicable international, federal, state, and local labor laws.Develop and enforce global policies, procedures, and handbooks in line with legal and business requirements.Oversee all required reporting (EEO, ADA, wage reporting, etc.) and internal audits.b. Leadership & Team OversightManage and develop a team of five direct reports responsible for HR globally.Set department goals,monitor performance across all HR functions and locations.Support training and development of HR staff to ensure operational excellence and compliance.c. Talent ManagementOversee global recruiting, talent acquisition strategy, and succession planning.Guide leadership on organizational structure, role design,workforce planning.Lead executive recruitment and onboarding in partnership with senior leadership.d. Performance & CultureDrive performance management processes, evaluations, feedback tools, improvement plans.Champion employee engagement initiatives and global alignment with company values.Oversee internal investigations,resolution of employee relations issues in collaboration with legal counsel.e. Compensation, Benefits & Total RewardsDesign, manage equitable and competitive global compensation and benefits programs.Partner with finance and payroll to ensure proper implementation of salary structures and benefits across regions.Conduct benchmarking and maintain internal pay equity.f. Systems & Data AnalyticsManage the global HRIS and associated reporting tools, ensuring data accuracy, security, and utility.Produce workforce analytics, dashboards, and HR metrics to executive leadership.g. Executive & Strategic Support Serve as HR advisor to the CEO and executive team on all human capital risks and opportunities.Participate in strategic planning to align HR programs with organizational goals.

Education

• KES Shroff College of Arts and Commerce.

  Bachelor's degree, Management studies

  2010 — 2014

• Hult International Business School

  Master of International Business, Human Resources, International Negotiations, Global Management

  2014 — 2015

Skills

• Teamwork
• Succession Planning
• Employee Relations
• Strategic Planning
• Marketing Strategy
• Research
• Market Research
• Hiring
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Powerpoint
• Talent Acquisition
• Human Resources
• Public Relations
• Business Strategy
• Event Management
• Leadership
• Public Speaking
• Recruiting
• Acting
• Motivational Speaking
• Marketing
• Microsoft Office
• Leadership Development
• Team Building
• Onboarding
• Employee Training
• English
• Customer Service