Puluthiraja Nagarajan

About Puluthiraja Nagarajan

Dynamic Manager HR with 16+ years of experience in HR business partnering within the…

Experience

1. Manager Hrbp - One 97 Communications Ltd

   Paytm

   Dec 2021 — Present · Chennai, IN

   Managing HR operations for 3,200+ employees across TN and KL, Specialize in Talent Acquisition, Statutory compliance, and Retention strategies. My journey began with overseeing 1,800+ employees across offline payment channels (QR EDC, Oil & Gas, Fastag, etc.), where I successfully scaled the workforce by 56%, aligning recruitment with business growth.I lead a high-performing six-member team, driving large-scale hiring through employee referrals, consultants, job fairs, walk in\'s and vendor networks. I ensure seamless onboarding and 100% completion of mandatory learning programs, reinforcing a strong HR foundation. Collaborating closely with business leaders, I align hiring strategies with operational needs to fuel long-term success.Passionate about employee engagement and retention, I have spearheaded initiatives such as R&R programs, medical camps, fun activities, and workplace contests, fostering a positive work culture. Maintaining direct and virtual engagement with 50% of employees monthly, I focus on enhancing productivity and reducing attrition through data-driven retention strategies.Ensuring accuracy in payroll processing, PF, ESIC, Gratuity, and compliance with labor laws. I have also played a pivotal role in performance management, designing appraisal frameworks, conducting structured feedback sessions, and enabling employee development.On the compliance and HR operations front, I oversee HRIS updates, SOP adherence, conflict resolution (90% success rate), and background verification (51% clearance). Building strong relationships with labor departments, legal authorities, and Chennai Corporation. Additionally, I manage PF settlements, insurance claims, and labor complaints.I provide monthly HR insights dashboards to business heads, translating workforce analytics into strategic decisions. I oversee absconding cases, resignations, final settlements, and post-exit support, refining HR strategies through detailed exit analysis.

Education

• Sri Manakula Vinayagar Engineering College

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General