Ruchika Karkera

About Ruchika Karkera

HR Business Partner with 15+ years of experience, started as an Analyst and progressed to Associate, supporting the country branch of a global Investment Bank. Over the years, my roles and responsibilities have evolved alongside the business, reflecting growth in both scope and strategic impact.I specialize in end-to-end HR operations, talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, compensation & benefits, payroll, and statutory compliance, building scalable processes across the employee lifecycle.Known for my calm, approachable, and solutions-oriented style, I am a trusted advisor who navigates sensitive conversations with empathy and fairness, driving employee engagement and organizational effectiveness.With strong business acumen and a collaborative mindset, I thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments—partnering with leadership to cultivate high-performance cultures where both people and business succeed.

Experience

1. Associate - Senior HR Business Partner

   Nomura

   Jul 2015 — Present · Mumbai, IN

   Senior HR Business Partner with deep experience in multinational BFSI environments- Partnering with executive leadership to drive talent strategy, leadership effectiveness, and organizational resilience- Proven strength in global HR governance, compliance, employee relations, and operational excellence- Delivering scalable people solutions aligned to regulatory, cultural, and business imperatives

Education

• K.C. College

  B.Com, Commerce

  2009 — 2010

Skills

• Management
• Onboarding
• Career Development
• Personnel Management
• HR Policies
• Employee Engagement
• Human Resources
• Performance Management
• Performance Appraisal
• HR Consulting
• Interviews
• Team Management
• Employee Relations
• Benefits Negotiation
• Talent Management