Hitu Sood

Hitu Sood - Postgrad Dip HR Mgt (2008)

Candidate Summary
I’m an accomplished HR and Recruitment Professional managing my own consulting practice in Toronto, Canada. I believe that there is need to promote the University of Melbourne more in North America. The University is well known of course but the presence is not as strong here as in Asia-Pacific. I would like to be an ambassador to promote the faculty, its offering and contribution to knowledge in this part of the world. I think also there is scope for organizing more events with alumni here and bringing more solidarity.

I am proud to be a University of Melbourne alumna. I believe that I possess the skills and means to be a contributing member to the council.

Biography
Hitu is a seasoned HR and recruitment professional with nearly two decades of experience. She has completed a Masters from Monash University. Over the span of her career she has worked in three continents spanning from India, Australia and North America. She has worked in consulting capacity for organizations such as American Express, Hyundai, Sony India, Maruti Suzuki, ABN Amro, ICICI Prudential and Hewitt Aon to name a few.

Currently based in Toronto, Canada Hitu is busy setting up her own consulting practice while in the process of co-authoring a book on work and life journeys of entrepreneurs. She is a member of HRPA, Ontario Chapter. She is passionate about causes related to women’s health and education as well as, child welfare in developing countries.

She intends to continue her professional journey towards a career that allows her to be a management thinker, business partner, consultant and a thought leader in management techniques and practices. She aspires to re-define and improve work structures, systems and practices in a way that will enable people to lead more fulfilling professional lives, and contribute to their general well-being.