Surya Narayanan R

About Surya Narayanan R

As a strategic HR Business Partner with over a decade of experience across Technology & Financial Services, I am driven by a passion for transforming organizational goals into impactful HR strategies. Currently at Fidelity Investments, I bring a unique blend of business insight, data acumen, and technological understanding to drive decision-making that elevates HR outcomes and aligns with broader organizational objectives.Armed with a Master’s degree in Human Resources Management and Labour Relations from Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS, Mumbai) and a Bachelor’s degree from Anna University, my expertise spans talent management, program and budget optimization, succession planning, performance management, and corporate social responsibility. My approach emphasizes data-driven strategies and a commitment to continuous improvement, ensuring that people strategies not only support but propel organizational success.In previous roles, such as at Atos, I led transformative process improvements within the HR shared services center, demonstrating how streamlined efficiencies can enhance both employee experience and operational excellence.My career journey spans diverse industries, from financial services and IT to telecommunications, healthcare, and hospitality. These experiences have honed my ability to thrive in global, multicultural environments and to work across all levels within an organization. I am adept at building bridges across functions, developing solutions that resonate, and fostering meaningful, collaborative relationships.As a lifelong learner, I am inspired by Charlie Munger’s words: “In my whole life, I have known no wise people (over a broad subject matter area) who didn’t read all the time.” This commitment drives my goal of reading at least two books each month on topics ranging from self-development to spirituality, fueling my personal and professional growth.I am always open to connecting with professionals and thought leaders who share a vision for the future of work, the evolving role of HR, and creating transformative, lasting impact.Let’s connect to exchange insights and explore opportunities for advancing innovative people strategies that shape a better future for all.

Experience

1. Human Resources Business Partner (Hrbp)

   Fidelity Investments

   May 2022 — Present · Chennai, IN

   HRBP in FMR India

Education

• Tata Institute of Social Sciences

  Master of Arts - MA, Human Resources Management and Labour Relations (HRM & LR)

  2016 — 2018

• Anna University Chennai

  Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Computer Science

  2008 — 2012