Pankaj Mittal
About Pankaj Mittal
Pankaj Mittal serves as the Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer for Asia Pacific at American Tower, a position he has held since 2015. He has a diverse background in human resources, having worked in various strategic roles across multiple industries and possesses extensive experience in labor relations, change management, and mergers and acquisitions.
Current Role at American Tower
Pankaj Mittal serves as the Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) for Asia Pacific at American Tower. He has held this position since 2015, contributing to the company's HR strategies in the New Delhi Area, India. His role involves overseeing HR functions and implementing initiatives that align with the company's business objectives.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Prior to his current role, Pankaj Mittal held several significant positions in human resources across various organizations. He worked at Fortis Healthcare Limited as Vice President - Human Resources and Chief People Officer for one year. He then served as CHRO at Indus Towers Limited for three years, where he managed HR operations in Gurgaon, India. His earlier experience includes a 13-year tenure at Delphi Automotive Systems, where he held multiple HR leadership roles.
Educational Background
Pankaj Mittal has a comprehensive educational background. He earned a Bachelor of Commerce with Honours from Shri Ram College of Commerce. He also studied Cost & Management Accountancy at the Institute of Cost and Work Accountants of India, achieving the CMA designation. Additionally, he holds an LL.B from the Faculty of Law, University of Delhi, and an MBA from the Faculty of Management Studies at the University of Delhi. He further enhanced his leadership skills through the Leadership Excellence Program at MIT Sloan School of Management.
Expertise in Human Resources and Business Strategy
Pankaj Mittal possesses extensive expertise in human resources, particularly in managing labor relations, driving change management, and overseeing transformation initiatives. He has a strong business mindset focused on nurturing talent and developing leaders at all levels. His experience also includes setting up HR functions and managing complex workforce models, along with a deep understanding of mergers and acquisitions, including integration processes.
Career Progression and Industry Experience
Pankaj Mittal has a rich background in strategic business roles across diverse industries at both Asia Pacific and global levels. His career includes significant positions such as HR Director - South Asia at G4S and various roles at Delphi Automotive Systems. His experience spans over two decades, showcasing his ability to adapt and lead in different organizational contexts.