Bhawana Chandel
About Bhawana Chandel
Bhawana Chandel serves as the People Operations Manager for APAC at Turnitin, where she has worked since 2018. With a robust background in human resources across various sectors, she has extensive experience in managing HR functions in diverse geographies including APAC, the Middle East, the US, and the UK.
Current Role at Turnitin
Bhawana Chandel serves as the People Operations Manager for the APAC region at Turnitin. She has held this position since 2018, contributing to the company's human resources strategy and operations in Oakland, California. In her role, she specializes in strategic business partnering with regional directors, focusing on organizational development and change management. Chandel is also involved in rewards and recognition programs, enhancing employee engagement and performance within the organization.
Previous Experience at Star India
Prior to her current role, Chandel worked at Star India for a total of four years in various human resources capacities. She began as a Human Resources Business Partner for Sales in 2010, later transitioning to the role of Human Resources Business Partner for International Business from 2015 to 2018. Her experience at Star India provided her with a solid foundation in HR functions, where she managed operations across different business units.
Educational Background
Chandel holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics and Political Science from St. Bede's, Himachal Pradesh University, which she completed from 2003 to 2006. She further advanced her education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration in Human Resource Management from Icfai Business School between 2007 and 2009. Her educational background supports her extensive experience in human resources and organizational development.
Diverse HR Experience
Bhawana Chandel has extensive experience in managing HR functions across diverse geographies, including the APAC, Middle East, US, and UK markets. Her career includes roles at various organizations, such as Hector Beverages and Channelplay Limited, where she held positions in human resources. This diverse experience has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of talent management and performance management.
Specializations and Focus Areas
Chandel specializes in strategic business partnering and has a strong focus on organizational development and change management. Her expertise extends to talent management and performance management, where she has implemented initiatives to enhance employee performance and engagement. Her involvement in rewards and recognition programs reflects her commitment to fostering a positive workplace culture.