Sara Samuel

HR Leader

Sara Samuel is the Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Human Resources at IPG Mediabrands, a position she has held since November 2020. Based in Mumbai, India, she is recognized as a strategic HR leader focused on enhancing workplace culture and talent development.

Professional Background

Before joining IPG Mediabrands, Sara Samuel served as the Head of Business HR at Williams Lea Tag from November 2013 to October 2020. In this role, she was involved in business process outsourcing and played a significant part in the company's expansion efforts. Her earlier experience includes working as an HR Business Partner at Mu Sigma and Time Inc. India, where she contributed to various HR functions and talent management initiatives.

Education

Sara holds a Bachelor’s degree in English Literature and Psychology from VMDU, and she has completed an MBA in Human Resource Management from Ulyanovsk State University in Russia. Additionally, she is an Associate Fellow at The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, specializing in Talent Management.1 2 3

Her extensive experience in HR and her educational background position her as a knowledgeable leader in the field, particularly in adapting to digitalization and fostering innovation in talent development.2

Highlights

Jan 31 · scholars.org

Sara Jane Samuel - Scholars Strategy Network

Experience

AVP, HR at Mediabrands (November 2020 - Present)

Head Business HR at Tag (November 2013 - October 2020)

Education

BA in English Literature and Psychology from VMDU (2003 - 2006), Associate Fellow - The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, Talent Management (2018), Master of Business Administration (MBA), HRM from Ulyanovsk State University (2012 - 2013)