Pankaj Sharma
About Pankaj Sharma
Pankaj Sharma serves as the Senior Vice President and Head of Group Human Resources at ANAND Group, where he leads initiatives in diversity and inclusion and builds relationships with joint venture partners. He has a strong educational background, including a Master's degree in Human Resources and Organizational Development from the Delhi School of Economics and an Advanced Management and Leadership Program from Saïd Business School, University of Oxford.
Work at ANAND Group India
Pankaj Sharma currently serves as the Senior Vice President and Head of Group Human Resource at ANAND Group India. He has been in this role since 2022 and previously held the position of Vice President of Group Human Resource from 2019 to 2022. In his current role, he focuses on building relationships with joint venture partners to ensure effective implementation of HR processes. He also leads the diversity and inclusion agenda, aiming to foster a consistent culture across all group companies. His responsibilities include establishing the employer value proposition through branding initiatives and driving both organic and inorganic growth by supporting M&A activities.
Education and Expertise
Pankaj Sharma has a strong academic background in human resources and organizational development. He studied at the Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, where he completed the Advanced Management & Leadership Program in 2022. He holds a Master’s Degree in Human Resources & Organizational Development from the Delhi School of Economics, which he completed from 2001 to 2003. Additionally, he earned a degree in Geology from Panjab University, studying from 1996 to 2001. His educational qualifications support his expertise in HR management and organizational strategy.
Professional Background
Pankaj Sharma has extensive experience in human resources across various organizations. Before joining ANAND Group, he worked at MAHLE as Head of HR from 2012 to 2018 and at Aircel Limited as HR Partner from 2009 to 2012. His earlier roles include Deputy Manager at IBM Global Business Process Services and a Senior Consultant at Deloitte Consulting. His diverse background in HR roles has equipped him with the skills necessary to lead HR initiatives effectively within ANAND Group.
Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives
In his role at ANAND Group, Pankaj Sharma is responsible for defining and deploying initiatives that promote diversity and inclusion within the organization. He focuses on establishing control mechanisms and KPIs to measure the success of these initiatives. His work aims to create a sustainable culture that values diversity across all group companies, contributing to a more inclusive workplace environment.
Talent Development Programs
Pankaj Sharma plays a key role in building a strong talent pipeline at ANAND Group. He is involved in various talent programs, including initiatives for high-potential employees and leadership development. His focus on creating a learning organization includes defining the learning philosophy and implementing relevant systems to support employee growth and development within the company.