BYJU’s, the embattled edtech firm, has appointed Richard Lobo, a veteran from Infosys, as the head of its Human Resources (HR) department. This strategic hiring comes amid ongoing challenges faced by BYJU’s in managing its workforce, including layoffs, delayed appraisals, and changes to employee incentives.
Richard Lobo brings more than 23 years of experience from Infosys, where he held various leadership roles, including his most recent position as the executive vice president and head of human resources. His expertise and insights are expected to play a crucial role in transforming BYJU’s HR function and shaping a positive workplace culture.
Lobo’s responsibilities will involve guiding BYJU’s management in organizational change and transformation initiatives, with the goal of creating an exceptional workplace environment for its employees. This move is aligned with BYJU’s commitment to prioritizing its workforce and fostering sustainable growth.
Byju Raveendran, Founder and CEO, along with Divya Gokulnath, in a joint statement said, “We extend our warmest welcome to Richard Lobo as he becomes an integral part of the BYJU’S family. His extensive experience and leadership in HR will be instrumental in further enriching our work culture and ensuring that the welfare of our team members remains at the core of every decision we take.”
Richard Lobo’s distinguished career includes serving as the head of the HR function at Infosys from 2015 to 2023. His appointment at BYJU’s comes after his successful tenure at Infosys, where he contributed significantly to HR management. Before joining Infosys in 2000, Lobo also gained valuable experience working with the Godrej Group.
Speaking about his new role, Lobo said, “I’m excited to take on this pivotal role and work closely with the team at BYJU’s to build on their achievements and help transform the organization to be future-ready. I look forward to working with the leadership to scale global organizational design, innovate people practices, and help strengthen the foundation of the enterprise to support its next phase of growth as a global market leader.”
BYJU’s leadership believes that the inclusion of Richard Lobo will further solidify the company’s reputation as an environment where talent can thrive and develop. With Lobo’s guidance, BYJU’s aspires to establish itself as a premier global workplace, fostering both merit-based excellence and growth opportunities.
