Seasoned HR and Administrative Professional with over 9 years of experience in enhancing HR and payroll processes. Demonstrated success in scaling operations for startups and integrating HR functions into S&P 500 companies following acquisitions. Core competencies include establishing HR frameworks, streamlining administrative tasks, and ensuring smooth payroll integration, all while achieving operational excellence in fast-paced environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HR & Operations Manager
Science Xplorers
, UAE
12.2022 - Current
Develop, implement, and update HR policies to align with UAE labor laws
Oversee the end-to-end recruitment process: job postings, sourcing, interviews, offers, and onboarding
Develop strategies to increase employee retention and engagement
Organize training and development programs to ensure career growth
Address and resolve employee grievances, conduct exit interviews, and analyze feedback for continuous improvement
Oversee payroll processing and ensure timely payments in coordination with the finance department
Monitor attendance, leaves, and employee benefits
Manage the PRO team to handle work and visit visas, including applications, renewals, and cancellations
Ensure timely processing of all government documentation for employees (work permits, visa renewals, Emirates ID, etc.)
Hire to retire
HR Assistant Manager
Yum Brand
Gurgaon, India
04.2021 - 07.2022
Responsible for managing end-to-end employee life cycle for the organization - onboarding/Induction, Employee relations/communications, Performance Management, HR Policies and processes, Employee Satisfaction and exit Survey, Culture, Diversity and inclusion, etc
Create and develop a better on & off boarding experience and strategy for employees
(Remote & In-person)
Oversee the on & Off-boarding process for all hires including FTEs, interns, and contractual staff
Facilitate communication between the hiring manager and HR team to align on appropriate entry & exit dates, accurately record and enter records in HRIS system, develop on & off-boarding and system termination protocols
Analyze exit survey data quarterly to provide the HRBP team and hiring managers with trends / areas for improvement
Process all exit related tasks including updating all applicable systems like payroll along with F&F, IT clearance, Documentation and exit interviews
Providing proficiency with HR standard software, such as HRIS systems preferably Bamboo HR, People strong, etc
Actively designing and implementing company’s HR policies and getting them published In Employee Annual handbook
Setting objectives and goals for the team and tracking the progress against the same
Addressing employee's queries regarding compensation, payroll, benefits and other related topics
Evaluating key HR metrics for monitoring performance and contributing in Performance appraisal and mid-year correction
Support Head HR with restructuring of compensation and benefits for employees
Oversee payroll system and track monthly salaries for the employee and perform cross functional activities with finance and legal team for BRE and T&E
Manage internal surveys to get the correct and updated information regarding Employee job satisfaction, L&D requirements, etc
To conduct the entry and exit interviews, onboarding activities and other employee grievance meetings as required
Recruitment
HR - Global
Kvantum Marketing Insights Pvt. Ltd.
Gurgaon, India
01.2019 - 03.2021
Streamlined HR efficiencies, coordinated new hire orientations and provided On & Off boarding and training for new employees
Achieved regulatory compliance with no adverse audit findings for facilities, documentation compliance or safety
Maintained 'open door' policy to encourage employee communications and resolution of issues
Handled F&F and other exit formalities
Handled overall payroll process end to end (Hire to Retire)
Managed business revenue trackers for every department along with the new & old hire data
Prepared yearly budget calendar for smooth run of transactions
Vendor and Asset management for all the new & existing employees
Planning & scheduling monthly townhall
Prepared various written communications, reports and documents to ensure smooth operations for on & off boarding
Maintained daily, weekly and monthly reporting for exit surveys, exit interviews and other termination data
Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory Guidelines to promote safe working environment
Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and maintained attendance record
Recruitment
Operations Manager
Kvantum Marketing Insights Pvt. Ltd.
Gurgaon, India
09.2013 - 06.2017
Employee grievance along with Employee on & off boarding session and maintain employee attendance records
Preparing Employee Payroll on Monthly basis
Worked in matrix management environment with oversight of division level managers, operations, finance, human resources, safety and compliance and reported issues to higher management with detail
Established and administered annual budget with controls to prevent overages, minimize burn rate and support sustainability objectives
Helped to build and review master service agreements for work eligibility
Handling asset management
Managed vendors and suppliers to efficiently manage budget
Assessed supplier quality to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational performance
Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off
Negotiated price and service with vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit
Streamlined operations and budgeted effectively to decrease spending
Education
Bachelor of Law -
01.2019
Bachelor of Science -
01.2013
Skills
Microsoft Office
G Suite
Oracle JD Edwards
Zoho
Bamboo HR
HR policy development
Employee engagement
Performance management
Payroll administration
Employment law
HR leadership
Certification
KPMG – Certified Payroll professional Course, 2021
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