A dedicated and accomplished Soft Skills and Learning & Development professional with over 13 years of experience in higher education, corporate training, and employability development. Currently serving as an Assistant Professor with the Career Development Centre & Placement at SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Delhi-NCR Campus, with expertise in Soft Skills, Verbal Ability, Communication Skills, Employability Skills, Behavioural Training, and Career Readiness. Experienced in designing and delivering activity-based, learner-centric training interventions focused on communication, interpersonal skills, leadership, emotional intelligence, group discussions, interview skills, presentation skills, and workplace readiness. Possess prior industry experience in Learning & Development and insurance training, with exposure to training need analysis, behavioural interventions, performance improvement, and stakeholder management. Committed to bridging the gap between academic learning and industry expectations by empowering students with the competencies, confidence, and professional skills required for career success. Strongly interested in academic leadership, institutional development, innovative pedagogy, and building impactful student-development initiatives.