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Nirooban Rupathevan

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HR Director - Technology | Chennai Site Lead | Talent CoE | HR Transfo | BNP Paribas India Solutions at BNP Paribas
📍 Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Nirooban is a seasoned HR Director at BNP Paribas, leading HR for Technology and serving as the Chennai Site Lead. A Chartered Fellow of the CIPD, he specializes in complex HR and business transformations. He earned his Master of Arts from the University of Warwick - Warwick Business School.

Born in France with Tamilian roots, Nirooban is passionate about shaping inclusive workplaces, drawing from his personal experience of growing up between two cultures. He actively speaks on and moderates panels about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, aiming to foster greater social acceptance and support.

He was appointed as a French Foreign Trade Advisor by decree of the French Prime Minister, a role reflecting his global influence.

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Experience
10 Years
Current Role
HR Director - Technology | Chennai Site Lead | Talent CoE | HR Transfo | BNP Paribas India Solutions
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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Diversity & Inclusion
He is a frequent moderator and panelist for events focused on LGBTQIA+ inclusivity and DE&I in the workplace, and co-leads these initiatives for BNP Paribas in India.
HR Transformation
His career focuses on leading complex HR and business transformations, shaping workforce strategies, and aligning HR initiatives with executive business goals across global teams.
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Career

Work history

11-2023
HR Director - Technology | Chennai Site Lead | Talent CoE | HR Transfo | BNP Paribas India Solutions
BNP Paribas
3-2018 - 11-2023
Head of HR, BNP Paribas GSO & India DE&I and Careers Lead
BNP Paribas
8-2015 - 3-2018
Global HRBP- Technology, Operations & Products
BNP Paribas
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Education
2009 - 2010
Master of Arts
University of Warwick - Warwick Business School
2008 - 2009
Bachelor of Arts (Honours)
Coventry University
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