Prateek Katekar

Deputy Vice President - HR @ Kotak Mahindra Bank | Driving Talent Strategy, Workforce Transformation

Role
Deputy Vice President - HR at Kotak Mahindra Bank
Location
Mumbai, MH, IN
LinkedIn followers
500 followers
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About Prateek Katekar

I am passionate about shaping high-performing organizations by integrating talent strategy, leadership development, and culture transformation. With experience across diverse industries, I specialize in driving HR transformation, embedding digital HR solutions, and aligning people strategy with business growth.My expertise spans Talent Management, Organizational Development (OD), Performance Management Systems (PMS), Learning & Capability Building, and HR Technology. I have led large-scale HR projects, implemented technology-driven solutions, and worked with senior leadership to create impactful workforce strategies.Beyond strategy, I love working with leaders—collaborating with them, challenging them, and helping them build teams that are not just skilled but engaged and motivated. I thrive in environments where HR isn’t just a function but a strategic driver of business success—where leadership development, career mobility, and culture initiatives are truly embedded in the way people work. Key Areas of Expertise: Talent Strategy & Succession Planning HR Digitalization & Tech-Enabled Transformation Organizational Development (OD) & Culture Building Performance Management Systems (PMS) & Workforce Planning Leadership Development Learning & Capability Development Large-Scale HR Projects & Change Management

Experience

  1. Deputy Vice President - HR

    Kotak Mahindra Bank

    Sep 2023 — Present · Mumbai, IN

    Leading enterprise-wide talent strategy, workforce transformation, and leadership development. Partnering with senior leadership to align HR strategy with business vision and long-term growth. Driving talent development, succession planning, and career acceleration initiatives. Leading HR transformation projects, integrating digital HR solutions and technology-driven talent frameworks. Driving organizational development (OD) and leadership capability-building across key business functions

Education

  • University of Mumbai

    Masters in Management Studies, Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General

    2011 — 2013

  • University of Mumbai

    Bachelors in Management Studies, Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General

    2006 — 2009

  • XLRI Jamshedpur

    PG Executive Diploma (HR) for Future CHROs , Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Training
  • New Business Development
  • Marketing Strategy
  • Team Leadership
  • Business Development
  • Organizational Development
  • Project Management
  • Marketing
  • English
  • Business Strategy
  • Recruiting
  • Teamwork
  • Team Management
  • Personnel Management
  • Internet Recruiting
  • Management
  • Team Building
  • Strategic Planning
  • Employee Relations
  • Strategic HR
  • Leadership
  • Business Analysis
  • Business Planning
  • Human Resources
  • Hris
  • HR Policies
  • Market Research
  • Sourcing
  • Performance Appraisal
  • Performance Management
  • Crm
  • Competency Management
  • Benefits Negotiation
  • Talent Acquisition
  • Social Media
  • Public Speaking
  • Social Recruiting
  • Setting Up New Businesses
  • Customer Service

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