Acuity Knowledge Partners (Acuity) has announced the appointment of Narasimhan SL as its new Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). In this role, Narasimhan will be a key member of Acuity’s Executive Committee, overseeing Human Resources, Training & Knowledge Management (TKM), Corporate Services, and Compliance teams. His primary focus will be on shaping and executing a forward-looking people and talent strategy to support the company’s rapid growth and strategic priorities, including organic expansion, mergers and acquisitions, AI adoption, and professionalizing business operations.

Expressing enthusiasm about his new role, Narasimhan stated, “I am excited to join Acuity at such a dynamic phase of its growth. I look forward to fostering a culture that empowers employees, encourages innovation, and aligns with the company’s ambitious growth strategy.”

Bringing 25 years of HR leadership experience, Narasimhan has held significant global roles in esteemed organizations. Most recently, he served as Global Head of Talent Acquisition at State Street, where he spearheaded recruitment strategies from Singapore, driving talent acquisition across multiple regions. Prior to this, he was the Head of HR for State Street’s global hubs in India, Poland, and China, overseeing a workforce of 25,000 employees. His tenure was marked by impactful contributions in enhancing employee engagement, streamlining operations, and leading large-scale HR transformation initiatives.