Zee Media Corporation Limited, one of India’s largest media networks, has appointed Pavel Chopra as its Chief Human Resources Officer.
This strategic move is expected to bolster the company’s HR function, aligning it with ZMCL’s growth objectives and organizational culture.
Vision for Zee Media
In his new role at Zee Media, Pavel will oversee the strategic development of the HR function across the company’s extensive news and digital platforms.
This includes ensuring alignment with the company’s growth objectives and organizational culture.
Pavel’s appointment comes at a crucial time as Zee Media continues to expand its footprint in the media industry. Operating 14 news channels across various genres and languages, along with a robust digital presence.
Zee Media’s digital presence comprises 32 digital properties and 7 mobile applications.
Pavel’s primary focus will be on organizational development, ensuring that ZMCL’s people policies, culture, and practices result in exceptional performance.
He will be responsible for driving change initiatives that align with ZMCL’s business and people goals.
Moreover, Pavel’s background in leading HR initiatives and aligning business strategies will be crucial in driving Zee Media’s growth.
Strategic Appointment at Zee Media
Pavel Chopra brings a wealth of experience to Zee Media, having previously served as the CHRO at OxyZEN Express.
During his tenure at OxyZEN Express, Pavel was instrumental in establishing a pan-India network.
This was covering over 11,000 pin codes and scaling the company to approximately ₹100 crore in consolidated revenue.
His expertise in senior stakeholder management and organizational development was critical to the company’s rapid growth.
Before joining OxyZEN Express, Pavel held significant roles at Allcargo Limited and GATI Limited.
At Allcargo, he led the people strategy and cultural transformation for a 10,000+ employee organization spread across 300+ locations.
His efforts were pivotal in ensuring seamless integration across the two companies following Allcargo Logistics’ acquisition of GATI.
Pavel’s career in human resources spans over two decades, with notable positions at Sony Pictures Networks India and Aditya Birla Sun Life Insurance.
At Sony Pictures Networks India, he oversaw HR functions for technical and support departments, managing a substantial part of the organization’s workforce.
His role at Aditya Birla Sun Life Insurance as the Head of Compensation & Benefits and HRBP for Corporate Functions further enhanced his expertise in compensation management and HR policy development.
An alumnus of XLRI Jamshedpur, Pavel also holds an MCA in computer engineering.
His early career included a nine-year stint at Genpact, where he held various HR roles, culminating in his position as Head of Compensation for Genpact India.
Summing Up!
As Zee Media continues to grow and evolve, Pavel’s appointment as CHRO is a testament to the company’s commitment to strengthening its HR function.
With his extensive experience and strategic vision, Pavel is well-positioned to lead Zee Media’s HR initiatives and contribute to the company’s success.
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