Neena John

About Neena John

As a seasoned Human Resources (HR) professional based in Pune, Maharashtra, India, I specialise in talent management, employee relations, and end to end strategic HR operations. With 13 years of experience across industries including IT, ITeS, Hospitality and Automotive, I am dedicated to building high-performance teams, driving employee engagement, and implementing impactful HR strategies.What I bring to the table:*Strategic HR Leadership: As a forward-thinking HR leader, I have established and streamlined HR departments from the ground up, aligning policies with organisational goals to elevate employee engagement and retention. I excel in developing HR initiatives and policies that empower talent and foster an inclusive culture.*Global HR Operations and DEI Advocacy: My international experience in the UK provided hands-on expertise in global HR practices and DEI initiatives, including the up-gradation to Disability Confident Scheme - Level 2 and a comprehensive People Audit. I am passionate about creating equitable workplaces where everyone feels valued and supported.* Talent Acquisition and Development: With a track record of delivering end-to-end talent acquisition solutions, I lead workforce planning, onboarding, and employee development programs, creating robust leadership pipelines and enhancing organisational capability.* Employee Relations and Engagement: I design and execute employee-centric programs that inspire engagement, support employee well-being, and build a positive workplace culture. By creating structured feedback and recognition systems, I ensure that employees feel heard and valued.Let’s Connect:Connect with me here on LinkedIn or reach out at n•••••••@gmail.com Core Competencies:* Strategic HR Leadership: HR Strategy Development and Execution Business Alignment and Organisational Development Policy Design and HR Compliance*Talent Management and Employee Engagement: Talent Acquisition and Workforce Planning Leadership Development and Succession Planning Employee Relations and Conflict Resolution* Global HR Operations and Process Optimisation: Cross-Border HR Coordination and Global Strategy HR Process Improvement and Data-Driven Decision Making Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Advocacy* Employee-Centric Program Design: Employee Engagement and Retention Strategies Performance Management Systems Employee Feedback and Recognition Programs

Experience

1. Employee Relations

   bp

   Jul 2025 — Present · Pune, IN

   Drive the employee relations agenda across the business, supporting leaders on complex workplace and employment issues.Manages investigations, dispute resolution, and change-related employee matters while ensuring fair, consistent, and legally compliant outcomes aligned with bp’s values and business objectives.

Education

• University of Rajasthan

  B.Com, Commerce

  2002 — 2005

• University of Rajasthan

  M.Com, Economics

  2005 — 2007

• Symbiosis Centre for Distance Learning

  PGDBA, Human Resource Management

  2005 — 2007

• University of Southampton

  Masters , Human Resource Management