Rajkumar Shanmugam
Head of HR
About
Rajkumar Shanmugam is the Head of HR at ALP Consulting, bringing over 19 years of comprehensive HR leadership experience across India and international markets. His expertise spans talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, compliance, and HR transformation. Rajkumar has a proven track record of driving people-centric initiatives, enhancing workplace culture, and aligning HR strategy with business goals. With extensive experience in US staffing operations and global mobility, he continues to lead organizational excellence through innovation and employee engagement.
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How HR Digital Transformation Works — Guide for Indian Businesses?
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What is Workplace Ethics? Definition, Importance, Examples
Workplace ethics form the cornerstone of organizational integrity, guiding decisions, behaviours, and interactions at every…
Work-Life Balance: What It Is and How to Achieve It
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Employee Value Proposition (EVP): All You Need to Know in 2026
A powerful Employee Value Proposition (EVP) is now central to workforce strategy, delivering dramatic business…
20 Great Exit Interview Questions You Need to Ask
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What are Appraisal Letters? Meaning & Definition
“We all need people who will give us feedback. That’s how we improve.”, Bill Gates.…