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Tata Consultancy Services says it has appointed Sudeep Kunnumal as its chief human resources officer (CHRO), effective March 14, 2025, to replace Milind Lakkad, following his superannuation.
Sudeep Kunnumal.
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT services company, on Thursday said it has appointed Sudeep Kunnumal as its chief human resources officer (CHRO), effective March 14, 2025. He will replace Milind Lakkad, following his superannuation.
Previously, Sudeep led Human Resources for the Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) vertical and has been with the company since 2000. He holds a Master’s in Human Resource Management from Madurai Kamaraj University.
“In all his roles, one of his top priorities has been to build compelling value propositions to attract and retain top-tier talent, positioning the Company as an employer of choice and bridging the gap between academia and industry,” TCS said in a statement.
Throughout his career, he has focused on strategic HR initiatives, innovative talent solutions, and process excellence. He has worked in various HR leadership positions in North America, Europe, and APAC, giving him a deep understanding of HR across markets.
One of his top priorities has been building strong value propositions to attract and retain top-tier talent, positioning the company as an employer of choice. His work in talent acquisition has been transformative, leading gaming-based hiring methodologies that not only identified high-potential candidates but also improved engagement. His efforts helped set a Guinness World Record through the global programming contest CodeVita, which reshaped campus hiring practices.
Sudeep has also led enterprise-wide change management, strengthening TCS’ approach to talent integration during onboarding, mergers, and acquisitions. He has partnered with business leaders to identify, nurture, and retain high-potential talent. By leveraging advanced technologies and AI, he has implemented dynamic talent marketplace solutions in BFSI, optimising resource deployment, agility, and workforce potential.
A trusted advisor and partner to business leaders, he aligns HR strategies with organizational goals to drive transformation, innovation, and growth. His ability to embrace change, leverage technology and lead high-performing teams has been instrumental in navigating complex, multicultural environments and delivering impactful HR solutions.
He remains committed to leveraging his expertise to create future-ready workplaces that thrive in an evolving business landscape.
