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Latika Kandpal Rao

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Human Resources, South at Khaitan & Co
📍 Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Latika Kandpal Rao is a strategic HR leader at Khaitan & Co, with prior leadership experience at firms including AZB & Partners, Aon Hewitt, and GE. Described by colleagues as dynamic, strong, and flexible, she specializes in cultivating high-performing cultures. She is a graduate of IMT Ghaziabad and is Green Belt Six Sigma certified.

Latika is passionate about mentorship and developing the next generation of professionals. She frequently speaks to students and at events supporting women who are restarting their careers. Her certification as a Mental Health First Aider underscores her commitment to holistic employee well-being.

She is a recipient of the "Women in HR Excellence Award (Legal Services)" and has been named one of the Most Influential HR Leaders in India.

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Experience
15 Years
Current Role
Human Resources, South
Location
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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Talent Development
Her profile consistently highlights a passion for developing talent, from empowering teams to mentoring women and advising on mapping future legal talent.
High-Performing Culture
A core focus of her work is cultivating a positive and high-performing organizational culture, a theme evident in her roles at multiple leading firms.
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Career

Work history

4-2023
Human Resources, South
Khaitan & Co
7-2020 - 1-2023
Chief People Officer
AZB & Partners
10-2019 - 7-2020
Sr. Director Retail, Strategy & People
Metro Junction Mall (West Pioneer Properties (India) Pvt. Ltd.)
10-2017 - 7-2020
Director Retail, Strategy & People
Metro Junction Mall (West Pioneer Properties (India) Pvt. Ltd.)
6-2016 - 7-2020
Director HR & Strategy
Metro Junction Mall (West Pioneer Properties (India) Pvt. Ltd.)
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AZB's Latika Kandpal Rao joins Khaitan & Co as Director - HR (South). Featured in Bar & Bench
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Education
2011 - 2011
PGDHR
IMT Ghaziabad
1997 - 2000
Bachelor of Arts
Delhi University
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