Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, March 2025 – Rupey Bakshi has joined Kotak Securities as Deputy Vice President – Human Resource (Talent Management: Learning & OD and Engagement). In this new capacity, she will spearhead strategic initiatives across learning, leadership development, organizational design, talent management, and engagement to foster a high-performance, future-ready workforce.
Prior to joining Kotak Securities, Rupey held the position of Head of Talent Management & Acquisition at Tata Motors Finance for over seven years, where she was instrumental in transforming the organization’s people practices. She led a team of in-house trainers delivering behavioral programs, launched talent initiatives like the ‘Drona’ trainer certification and ‘Alpha’ HiPo identification, and oversaw organizational restructuring under the “Sparkle” program. Her strategic leadership in talent acquisition, succession planning, and employee engagement set benchmarks across the financial services sector.

Earlier, she served as Human Resources Manager at Aviva India for more than six years, where she rose through the ranks from Senior Executive to Regional HR Manager. Her portfolio included hiring across all verticals, onboarding, employee relations, grievance handling, and engagement. She was also a key contributor to the successful execution of Project Nirmaan, significantly scaling recruitment efforts.
Rupey’s early experience includes her tenure at Calibehr Staffing and Recruitment Solutions, where she managed the end-to-end HR lifecycle for over 500 employees supporting Axis Bank across India. She holds an MBA in Human Resource Management from K J Somaiya Institute of Management.
About Kotak Securities
Kotak Securities is one of India’s leading financial services firms and a subsidiary of Kotak Mahindra Bank. Recognized as a Great Place to Work®, Kotak Securities fosters an inclusive, innovative, and growth-oriented work culture. The company offers internal training, mentorship, and leadership development opportunities, while its technology-led approach ensures employees remain at the forefront of financial market advancements. Through initiatives in financial literacy, CSR, and employee wellness, Kotak Securities champions both professional excellence and social impact.
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