Vinesh Vijayendran Panicker
General Manager -Darwinbox Consultant
Thane
Summary
Highly accomplished HR Technology Leader with over 20 years of experience in HRMS, Payroll, and HR Digital Transformation, specializing in Darwinbox, Adrenalin, and enterprise HR technology solutions. Currently working as a Darwinbox Consultant with Altezzsys Systems Pvt. Ltd., partnering with PwC to deliver end-to-end Darwinbox implementation projects for enterprise clients. Proven expertise in HRMS implementation, Business Process Reengineering (BPR), stakeholder management, HR process transformation, solution consulting, system integration, data migration, API/FTP integrations, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), change management, and post-go-live support. Successfully led HR technology transformation initiatives for organizations with workforces exceeding 50,000 employees.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Darwinbox Consultant
Altezzsys Systems Pvt. Ltd.
06.2026 - Current
- Delivering end-to-end Darwinbox HRMS implementation projects for enterprise clients.
- Partnering with PwC to implement and configure Darwinbox solutions aligned with client HR transformation objectives.
- Conducting business requirement workshops, HR process mapping, and solution configuration.
- Supporting solution design, data migration, system validation, UAT, and production go-live.
- Collaborating with client HR teams, PwC consultants, technical teams, and business stakeholders throughout the implementation lifecycle.
- Preparing functional documentation, configuration documents, user manuals, and conducting end-user training.
General Manager – HR Technology
IIFL Finance Limited
06.2022 - 05.2026
- Spearheaded enterprise-wide Darwinbox implementation across nine companies covering more than 50,000 employees.
- Successfully replaced legacy HRMS with Darwinbox after detailed product evaluation.
- Managed implementation of Recruitment, Onboarding, Employee Lifecycle, Time Management, Talent Management, Helpdesk, and Rewards & Recognition.
- Led project planning, requirement gathering, customization, testing, and deployment.
- Managed HRMS integrations with Payroll, Oracle, CRM, and third-party applications.
- Directed data migration, validation, UAT, documentation, and change management.
- Conducted stakeholder meetings, training sessions, and ensured successful user adoption.
Senior System Analyst – Delivery
Adrenalin eSystems Ltd.
10.2017 - 06.2022
- Delivered enterprise HRMS and Payroll implementations for domestic and international clients.
- Managed complete implementation lifecycle from requirement gathering to post-go-live support.
- Led solution configuration, customizations, testing, deployment, and client support.
- Coordinated API and FTP integrations across multiple enterprise systems.
- Conducted customer workshops, training sessions, and stakeholder meetings.
Senior Business Analyst
hSenid Business Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
09.2016 - 10.2017
- Gathered and documented HRMS and Payroll business requirements.
- Coordinated product customization with offshore development teams.
- Managed implementation timelines and solution delivery.
- Conducted UAT, training, and client support activities.
System Analyst – Delivery
Adrenalin eSystems Ltd.
03.2012 - 09.2016
- Delivered HRMS and Payroll implementations.
- Managed project planning, resource allocation, and milestone tracking.
- Performed system configuration, testing, deployment, and support.
- Delivered customer training and product customization.
Senior Installer & Trainer
Shawman Software Enterprises Pvt. Ltd.
04.2010 - 02.2012
- Installed and implemented HRMS software for multiple organizations.
- Conducted customer training and user enablement sessions.
- Supported implementation, configuration, and customer onboarding.
Senior Implementation Executive
Reylon Softech Ltd.
09.2007 - 03.2010
- Implemented Payroll solutions for SME customers.
- Managed data migration and post-implementation support.
- Coordinated with internal teams and customer stakeholders.
Phone Banking Officer
ICICI Bank Ltd.
04.2006 - 08.2007
- Managed customer service and banking transactions.
- Resolved customer issues while maintaining regulatory compliance.
- Delivered high-quality customer support.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - B.Com
04.2001 -
GNIIT - Information Technology
01.2006
Skills
Darwinbox HRMS Implementation
HR Digital Transformation
HR Technology Consulting
HRMS & Payroll Implementation
Business Process Reengineering (BPR)
Project Management
Stakeholder Management
Functional Consulting
Business Requirement Gathering
Solution Design & Configuration
Data Migration & Validation
API & SFTP Integration
UAT & End User Training
Change Management
Process Optimization
Vendor Management
Team Leadership
Documentation & User Training
HRMS Platforms
Darwinbox
Adrenalin HRMS
Client relationships
Team leadership & development
Problem-solving
Accomplishments
- Successfully implemented Darwinbox HRMS for over 50,000 employees across nine IIFL Group companies.
- Partnering with PwC on enterprise Darwinbox implementation programs.
- Led multiple HRMS implementation projects across Banking, Financial Services, Manufacturing, Healthcare, Retail, and Services sectors.
- Managed complete implementation lifecycle from requirement gathering through post-go-live support.
- Delivered complex HRMS integrations using APIs and SFTP.
- Led Business Process Reengineering initiatives that improved HR operational efficiency.
- Successfully managed cross-functional teams and enterprise stakeholders.
Timeline
Darwinbox Consultant - Altezzsys Systems Pvt. Ltd.
06.2026 - Current
General Manager – HR Technology - IIFL Finance Limited
06.2022 - 05.2026
Senior System Analyst – Delivery - Adrenalin eSystems Ltd.
10.2017 - 06.2022
Senior Business Analyst - hSenid Business Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
09.2016 - 10.2017
System Analyst – Delivery - Adrenalin eSystems Ltd.
03.2012 - 09.2016
Senior Installer & Trainer - Shawman Software Enterprises Pvt. Ltd.
04.2010 - 02.2012
Senior Implementation Executive - Reylon Softech Ltd.
09.2007 - 03.2010
Phone Banking Officer - ICICI Bank Ltd.
04.2006 - 08.2007
Model College - Bachelor of Commerce, B.Com
04.2001 -
NIIT - GNIIT, Information Technology