Sudeep Kunnumal, a seasoned veteran at Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), has been appointed as the new Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) of the company, taking over after the superannuation of the incumbent Milind Lakkad. Kunnumal, who currently heads the HR function for TCS’s largest vertical—banking, financial services, and insurance—will officially assume the role of CHRO designate from Friday, as per a company statement.
Kunnumal is set to “take over as Chief Human Resources Officer upon the superannuation of Milind Lakkad,” the statement confirmed. While the exact date of Lakkad’s retirement has yet to be revealed, his tenure as CHRO, which began in 2019, has been instrumental in shaping TCS’s HR strategy.
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As India’s largest private-sector employer, with a workforce surpassing 600,000 employees, TCS is recognised for its focus on talent development and employee well-being. Kunnumal, who holds a master’s degree in HR Management from Madurai Kamaraj University, brings extensive global experience, having worked across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific. Throughout his career, he has prioritised the attraction and retention of top-tier talent, playing a key role in transforming TCS’s talent acquisition strategies.
TCS’s appointment of Kunnumal to this critical leadership position underscores its ongoing commitment to excellence in human resources and its vision of maintaining a competitive edge in the global IT services landscape.
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