Kumar Anshu has taken on the role of Vice President – Human Resources at Essar, where he will be leading the Group’s talent management function. Previously, Kumar served as Human Resources Director at upGrad, where he led the HR function for the Consumer Business segment and played a key role in driving both HR and business transformation initiatives.
Kumar brings more than 15 years of rich and diverse experience across various HR functions and industries. His career has spanned from leading factory HR operations to shaping global HR strategies, as well as supporting acquisitions and organizational restructuring efforts that have driven long-term impact. His core expertise includes HR strategy, change management, strategic planning and organizational effectiveness, along with strong business partnership capabilities.
Over the years, Kumar has held key leadership positions at renowned organizations including OLX India, Ernst & Young Global Consulting Services, and Siemens. At OLX Group, he served as Global Head, where he was responsible for driving organizational effectiveness, standardizing processes, and leading HR transformation initiatives across regions such as Europe, Asia, and Latin America.
Kumar shared the news of his new role on LinkedIn, writing: “Three months ago, I had the privilege of joining Essar Group as Vice President – Human Resources, marking not just a professional milestone but also a personal one — relocating to Mumbai. In the hustle of settling into the new role and a new city, I didn’t get a chance to share this update earlier. It’s been an exciting journey so far — understanding an organisation spread across multiple sectors & Geographies, engaging with brilliant colleagues and setting up the transformational base of Talent Management. Big thanks to Priya Chakravarty for bringing me to the fold and the great team who have made me feel welcomed…”