Saurabh Agarwal, Xlri, Coach, Istd, Shrm
About Saurabh Agarwal, Xlri, Coach, Istd, Shrm
Saurabh Agarwal is a Senior Manager HR Business Partner and BU HR Leader at Iris Software Inc., where he drives strategic people plans in collaboration with leadership. He has extensive experience in HR management and specializes in employee engagement and learning and development.
Work at IRIS Software
Saurabh Agarwal serves as the Senior Manager HR Business Partner and BU HR Leader at Iris Software Inc. since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for driving strategic people plans in collaboration with the leadership team. His focus is on aligning HR strategies with business objectives to create a sustainable positive impact within the organization. His tenure at Iris Software is marked by a commitment to enhancing employee engagement and fostering a productive work environment.
Education and Expertise
Saurabh Agarwal is currently pursuing an Executive MBA/PGCHRM at XLRI Jamshedpur, a program he has been engaged in since 2016. He has also completed professional coaching training from Grow More Avenues, achieving the ACC - Associate Certified Coach designation from 2020 to 2022. Additionally, he holds a PGDM in Human Resources and Marketing from IPM, Meerut, which he completed from 2006 to 2008. His educational background supports his expertise in HR management, employee engagement, and learning and development.
Background in Human Resources
Saurabh Agarwal has a diverse background in human resources, having worked in various capacities across multiple organizations. He began his career as a Senior Executive in Human Resources at Aptara, Techbooks International Pvt. Ltd. from 2008 to 2010. He then progressed to roles such as Assistant Manager at 3Pillar Global and Manager HR Business Partner at Kronos and Landis+Gyr. His extensive experience spans over a decade, contributing to his proficiency in HR business partnering and employee engagement.
Certifications and Training
Saurabh Agarwal has pursued several certifications to enhance his skills in human resources. He completed a Certified Soft Skills Trainer/Facilitator program from the Indian Society for Training & Development from 2011 to 2013. His commitment to professional development is further evidenced by his coaching certification from Grow More Avenues, where he achieved the ACC - Associate Certified Coach status. These certifications complement his practical experience and contribute to his effectiveness in HR roles.
Career Transition Goals
Saurabh Agarwal aims to transition from his current role as an HR Business Partner to an HR Business Driver role. This goal reflects his desire to further align HR initiatives with business strategies and drive organizational success. His focus on developing a unique combination of people sensitivity and process sensitivity positions him well for this transition, as he seeks to create a more significant impact within the organizations he serves.