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.
Articles
Adapting to Japan’s Work Culture: A Guide for Indian Professionals
Are you fascinated by Japan? Its culture, way of life? Work systems? Well, the appeal…
What is Employee Engagement and How to Boost It in 2026?
“Connect the dots between individual roles and the goals of the organization. When people see…
HR Leave Policy for Employees: Definition, Benefits, & Best Practices
“Following employee feedback, Starbucks doubled parental leave to up to 18 weeks, aiming for greater…
What Makes a Good Manager? 11 Qualities to Lead Successful Teams
“One of the jobs of a manager is to instill confidence, pump confidence into your…
The Rise of Tech Jobs in Japan: A Gateway for Indian Engineers
Japan, as we all know, is the land of breathtaking tourist spots, sushi, and a…
Understanding Generation Z Employees in the Workplace
For Gen Z, career success is measured in growth, learning, and impact, not in years…
29 HR Metrics Examples: Making Data-Driven Decisions in 2026
Today, the human resources landscape is revolutionizing, and it is not just about people management…
EVP in Healthcare: Attracting and Retaining Critical Talent
The healthcare talent arena is facing the heat today, with patient demand soaring, constant digital…
What Is Leadership Style? 8 Styles Every Manager Should Know in 2026
Have you wondered why some leaders consistently inspire peak performance while others battle to maintain…
Fintech & BFSI Talent Needs: The Rise of Risk, Compliance, and Digital Roles
The rules of the game in the financial services sector are experiencing unexpected changes, with…
What is Organizational Behavior, and why is it important?
“Organizational Culture eats strategy for breakfast, lunch, and dinner” – Satya Nadella (Microsoft) Are your…
Driving Efficiency in Recruitment & HR with Digital Innovation
What slows HR teams down the most? Sorting resumes, coordinating interviews, or tracking compliance? The…