Vidula Padwal
Strategic HR Leader | Fractional CHRO | HRMS Architect | Senior HR Consultant with inhouse SAAS HRMS | SHRM-SCP | XLRI Alumnus
- Role
- Assistant Vice President Human Resources at Cogitaas
- Location
- Mumbai, MH, IN
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Vidula Padwal
I specialize in designing and implementing enterprise-grade people systems and HR technology from scratch for complex, scaling organizations. My work focuses on re-engineering inefficient, manual HR processes into lean, automated, data-driven ecosystems that improve productivity, decision-making, and business ROI - HR Process Re-engineering / Automation SpecialistI work at the intersection of HR, technology, analytics, and change, partnering closely with CXOs to ideate, design, and execute org-wide transformations.Strategic HR leader with 21+ years across banking, technology, fintech, media and analytics consulting, managing HR for employee organisations with global exposure and cross-cultural collaboration. SHRM-SCP certified, XLRI alumnus, practicing people-centric, data-driven, inclusive leadership. My expertise lies in architecting comprehensive HR frameworks for scaling organisations and HR Tech identification, evaluation, training, and implementation: processes, policies, job architecture, compensation and benefits, culture, employer branding, and enterprise-grade tech infrastructure.Proven track record of driving automation, process improvements, and data analytics to enhance operational efficiency and people decision-making. Led change management including new entity setups, cultural transformation, values/mission/vision reinforcement, org-wide leadership development programs for “high-potential talent” via “development center” and “coaching interventions”, plus talent procurement, R&R design, and workforce scaling. Drive talent acquisition, management, performance systems, employee engagement, L&D, and skill development. Passionate about HR tech innovation enabling digital transformation, automation, and data-driven workforce planning, with hands-on experience architecting end-to-end HRMS solutions, designing workflows and features, and translating HR practice into scalable product design.
Experience
Assistant Vice President Human Resources
Aug 2025 — Present · Mumbai, IN
Sole HR leader managing end-to-end HR functions, reporting directly to CEO in scaling environment.• Built comprehensive HR infrastructure: organization culture & discipline, statutory compliances, policies & processes, job architecture, compensation ranges.• Led talent acquisition, talent management, performance management, employee engagement, learning & development, skill development initiatives driving strategic growth
Education
Welingkar Institute of Management
Postgraduate Diploma, Human Resources Management , Human Resources
2004
Sikkim Manipal University - Distance Education
MBA, Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
2018
Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta
MDP, Management Development Program
2017
SHRM
SHRM-SCP ( Senior Certified Professional ), Human Resources
2017
St. Mary's Convent High school
SSC
XLRI Jamshedpur
PGCHRM from XLRI, Global HRM
2018 — 2019
K J Somaiya College of Science & Commerce Vidyanagar Vidyavihar Mumbai 400 077
Bachelor of Science - BS, Microbiology and Biotechnology
Tata Institute of Social Sciences
Postgraduate Certification, Organisation Development
Indian Statistical Institute, Kolkata
Six Sigma Green Belt
2011
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