Kavitha M S

Deputy Manager Human Resources @ Intergrow Brands Private Limited

About

I'm a passionate HR professional with 8+ years of diverse experience across India and the UAE, currently working as Deputy Manager – HR at Intergrow Brands (Kitchen Treasures). My expertise spans the full spectrum of HR generalist functions, including talent acquisition & retention, performance management, staff development, employee engagement, HR operations, and workplace culture building. With a strong background in conflict resolution, compensation & benefits, legal compliance, HRIS, and policy development, I bring both strategic and operational value to organizations. As a CIPD-certified HR Specialist, Certified PoSH Trainer, and Certified IC External Member, I am committed to fostering safe, inclusive, and people-centric workplaces. My approach is structured, compliant, and deeply human-focused—balancing organizational goals with employee well-being. ✨ Core Expertise: Talent Acquisition & Development Employee Engagement & Retention POSH Awareness & IC Advisory HR Strategy, Policy & Compliance HR Operations & HRIS I believe in driving a positive employee experience through open communication, consistent practices, and continuous learning. Whether it’s building HR processes in a growing company or aligning people strategy with business goals, I thrive on creating meaningful impact through collaboration.

Country

India

City

Kochi

Industry

Food Production

Skill

POSH, IC External Member, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Management, Microsoft Excel, Leadership, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Project Management, Personal Development, Training & Development, Performance Appraisal, Talent Management, Global Talent Acquisition, Employee Relations, Employee Engagement, Human Resources (HR), Recruiting, Performance Management

Experience

Deputy Manager Human Resources

Intergrow Brands Private Limited

2025-5 - Present · 1 yr 5 mos

Kochi, Kerala, India

Managing end-to-end hiring & onboarding across Kerala, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu for roles ranging from frontline to managerial. Beyond recruitment, I lead initiatives in employee engagement, talent management, HR analytics, and POSH training to build a people-centric culture. By partnering with leadership, I align HR strategies with business goals to strengthen workforce capability and foster an inclusive, performance-driven workplace.

Assistant Manager - HR

Intergrow Brands Private Limited

2022-12 - 2025-6 · 2 yrs 7 mos

Kerala, India

TA - Human Capital Management & Development

Muthoot Capital Services Ltd - India

2021-6 - 2022-11 · 1 yr 6 mos

Kochi, Kerala, India

Led PAN India recruitment in the NBFC sector, managing end-to-end hiring for Sales, Collections, Risk, Credit, and Product Development roles. Partnered with business leaders to drive bulk and niche hiring, streamlined selection processes, and built strong talent pipelines to support organizational growth.

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Toonz Media Group

2020-3 - 2021-6 · 1 yr 4 mos

Trivandrum, Kerala, India

Managed Talent Acquisition, Employee Engagement, and Talent Management initiatives to strengthen workforce capability and culture. Drove end-to-end recruitment for creative and corporate functions, designed engagement activities to boost employee morale, and supported talent development programs to enhance retention and growth.

Human Resources Executive

Toonz Media Group

2019-6 - 2020-4 · 11 mos

Human Resources Assistant

AE Group of companies

2017-9 - 2019-5 · 1 yr 9 mos

United Arab Emirates

Handled end-to-end HR activities, including domestic & international recruitment, visa and onboarding processes, employee engagement, and talent management. Partnered with leadership to drive people initiatives, streamline HR operations, and strengthen workforce capability across global locations.