MUMBAI / SINGAPORE — Global private equity firm Advent International has appointed seasoned human resources leader Rachita Marwaha as its new Head of Human Resources for the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region.
Marwaha joins Advent following a highly successful six-year tenure at digital payments giant Visa, where she served as the Head of People for India and South Asia.
Strategic Talent Mandate Across APAC
In her new regional role at Advent, Marwaha will take charge of shaping the talent management, organizational culture, and leadership development strategies across one of the firm’s most dynamic investment corridors. Her mandate comes at a vital time as private equity firms increasingly focus on human capital transformation to drive operational value within their portfolio companies.
Reflecting on her transition via a corporate social media announcement, Marwaha stated:
“I am thrilled to share that I have joined Advent as Head of HR for APAC. I am excited about this opportunity to shape talent and culture across such a dynamic region, alongside an exceptional team.”
Executive Profile and Institutional Background
Marwaha brings a wealth of experience in driving business transformation and corporate restructuring through people strategy. Her professional career spans leading institutions across the financial services, technology, and manufacturing sectors:
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The Visa Tenure: For over six years, she anchored the human resources function for Visa’s core corporate and business units across India and South Asia, operating as a key member of the regional executive leadership team.
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Banking and Corporate Foundations: Prior to her stint at Visa, Marwaha held pivotal human resource management positions at Axis Bank, Tata Motors, and Tata Communications, equipping her with a deep understanding of large-scale workforce deployment and cultural integration.
Her extensive background in navigating complex regulatory environments and high-growth ecosystems in South Asia makes her uniquely suited to lead Advent’s human capital agenda as the private equity giant expands its investment footprint across the broader Asia-Pacific region.
