Jayanthi Vaidyanathan Resigns from PayPal India After 17 Years of Transformational Leadership
PayPal India HR Head
New Delhi | April 10, 2025 — In a major shift for PayPal India’s leadership, Jayanthi Vaidyanathan, Vice President and Head of Human Resources, has officially stepped down from her role after a remarkable 17-year journey with the global fintech giant.
Her departure marks the end of a powerful era, as she was instrumental in building and shaping PayPal’s India operations from the ground up—transforming a small local operation into a strategic hub supporting nearly 7,000 employees.
A Journey That Defined PayPal’s Growth in India
Jayanthi joined PayPal in 2008, when the company was still finding its footing in India. With her expertise and vision, she laid the foundation for PayPal’s HR structure and operational strength in the country.
Reflecting on her career milestone in an emotional LinkedIn post, she wrote:
“After an amazing 17-year journey at PayPal, I’m stepping into the next phase of my exploration.”
She added that what began as a small team quickly evolved into a diverse and robust ecosystem of engineers, product managers, analysts, customer support professionals, and more.
“Fast forward to today, we’ve grown to nearly 7,000 people across multiple locations in India—playing a pivotal role in PayPal’s global strategy.”
Major Milestones Under Her Leadership
During her tenure, Jayanthi not only led PayPal India’s talent strategy but also contributed to:
- Building PayPal’s employer brand in India
- Leading through critical business transformations
- Creating a workplace culture based on empathy, growth, and empowerment
- Supporting talent during rapid scale-ups and crises like the COVID-19 pandemic
- Collaborating with global leadership on major strategic transitions
Her influence extended well beyond HR policies—she played a core role in crafting PayPal’s inclusive and forward-thinking work culture in India.
A Pause Before Her Next Chapter
Although she has not disclosed her next move, Jayanthi stated that she is taking a break to “pause and recharge.”
“I’ve not firmed up my next phase yet. I remain deeply passionate about the role HR leadership plays in creating cultures that respect, care for, and empower people.”
She hinted at future opportunities in coaching, advisory, or HR transformation roles, reflecting her ongoing commitment to people strategy and organizational development.
Heartfelt Gratitude for Colleagues
In her farewell message, she expressed sincere thanks to her teams and colleagues, highlighting the mutual respect and friendship she received throughout her journey.
“It’s been a privilege to serve both my regional and India teams. Many of them have earned their own laurels in prestigious forums. My heartfelt thanks to each one of you for your rock-solid support and friendship—this journey has truly been special.”
Legacy of Empowerment and Culture Building
Jayanthi leaves behind a legacy defined by transformation, resilience, and inclusive leadership. Her departure, while bittersweet, opens the door for new beginnings—for both her and PayPal India.
Her contributions will continue to inspire HR leaders across industries, as they strive to create impactful and people-first organizations in a fast-evolving business world.
