IIFL Finance has appointed Deepan Raje as its Head of HR Tech Transformation and Strategy.
Raje has held various leadership positions in the HR industry for over fifteen years. He is an expert in talent acquisition, employee engagement, HR technology, and strategies. In his new position, Raje will lead the HR tech strategy of IIFL Finance to ensure the optimal utilization of tools at hand to achieve the organizational goals.
Speaking about his new appointment, Raje shared his hopes about working together with his team to forge through the era shaped by unpredictability and volatility.
“The role of HR is no longer just about policies and processes—it’s about agility, digital-first mindsets, and resilience,” Raje shared on LinkedIn. “At IIFL Finance, the future of HR isn’t just about transformation—it’s about human-centered digital evolution. Excited to drive impact where technology meets people and strategy meets culture. Let’s connect and explore how we can redefine the future of work together!”
Up until his recent appointment, Raje was the Vice President of Human Resources for Kotak Mahindra Bank from August 2023 to March 2025. His resignation as Head of Human Resources of IIFL Securities on August 18, 2023, also gained the attention of the industry as he had resigned to “pursue new challenges and opportunities that align with [his] long-term career goals.”
During his time in the HR industry, Raje has worked with Kotak Securities, Bombay Dyeing and Manufacturing, Cushman and Wakefield, Expertiz, and Phones4u. He has honed his skills as an HR professional over the years, and his expertise in HR technology makes him an asset that IIFL Finance has recognized with the new appointment.
