Prasad M.
About Prasad M.
Prasad M. is a Lead in Total Rewards at Thoughtworks, with extensive experience in human resources and compensation management across various industries. He has held significant roles at companies such as Taj Hotels, NICE Ltd, and HCL Technologies, and has a strong educational background in Human Resource Management and Hotel Management.
Current Role at ThoughtWorks
Prasad M. serves as the Lead - Total Rewards at ThoughtWorks, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing total rewards strategies, including compensation and benefits programs. He collaborates with various departments to ensure that the company's incentive plans align with organizational goals. His work involves leading communication efforts regarding bonus plans to the executive management team.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Prior to his current role, Prasad M. accumulated extensive experience in human resources across multiple organizations. He worked at NICE Ltd as a Specialist in Compensation and Benefits from 2019 to 2022, focusing on the India and APAC regions. He also held positions at Deepak Fertilisers And Petrochemicals Corp. Ltd. and HCL Technologies, where he managed various aspects of compensation and benefits, including executive equity programs.
Educational Background
Prasad M. holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Executive Leadership (PGPEL/PGDM) in Human Resource Management from the Sadhana Center for Management and Leadership Development, which he attended from 2007 to 2009. He also earned a Bachelor in Hotel Management from the Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology in Mumbai, where he studied from 2001 to 2004. His educational background supports his expertise in human resources and management.
Expertise in Compensation and Benefits
Prasad M. has developed a strong expertise in strategizing global incentive plans and managing executive equity programs, including Restricted Stock Units (RSU) and Performance Stock Units (PSU). He collaborates with legal teams to finalize board resolutions and documentation for these plans. Additionally, he partners with finance stakeholders to ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) regulations related to executive pay.
Career Progression in Human Resources
Prasad M.'s career in human resources began as an HR Trainee at Geometric Ltd. in 2008. He progressed through various roles, including Human Resource Executive at Taj Hotels and Assistant Manager positions at HCL Technologies. His diverse experience spans over a decade, during which he has developed skills in compensation management, employee benefits, and strategic HR planning.