Ayesha Hafeez

Group HR Officer·NSE

United Arab Emirates

Master's degree, Human Resources

Work experience

Total years of experience: 17 years, 6 months

Group HR Officer

February 2025 - Present

NSE

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

February 2025 - Present

• Oversee comprehensive HR operations across diverse group entities, ensuring seamless management of the full employee life cycle from on-boarding to off-boarding.
• Ensure strict adherence to company policies and compliance standards throughout HR processes.
• Draft, review, and issue a variety of official HR documentation, including employment contracts, offer letters, and disciplinary notices, aligning with internal governance frameworks.
• Spearhead blue-collar workforce recruitment initiatives in collaboration with manpower agencies, optimizing sourcing strategies.
• Enhance employee experience through effective communication and documentation practices, contributing to a positive workplace culture.
• Foster strong relationships with stakeholders to support HR objectives and drive organizational success.

Company industry:: Construction & Building
Job role:: Construction and Building

HR Manager

January 2023 - January 2025

Al Asal Marbles

Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

January 2023 - January 2025

• Spearheaded comprehensive HR functions, driving improvements in talent acquisition, employee relations, and performance management.
• Crafted and implemented innovative recruitment strategies that successfully attracted top-tier talent while advancing Emiratisation initiatives to enhance UAE national representation.
• Conducted in-depth interviews and managed the hiring process, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and culture.
• Optimized onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring smooth transitions for new hires and departing employees, which improved overall employee experience.
• Fostered a positive workplace culture, enhancing employee engagement and retention through effective performance management practices.

Company industry:: Construction & Building
Job role:: Construction and Building

HR Generalist

January 2021 - January 2023

JTTC I Sharjah

Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

January 2021 - January 2023

• Spearhead the preparation and distribution of critical communications, such as memos, reports, and meeting minutes, to boost organizational efficiency and optimize information flow.
• Coordinate and manage departmental schedules by effectively maintaining calendars and organizing meetings, conferences, and travel arrangements for HR staff.
• Supervise daily, weekly, and monthly agendas, guaranteeing timely coordination of appointments and meetings to enhance departmental productivity.
• Maintain and update comprehensive HR records and databases, ensuring accuracy and compliance with organizational policies and regulations.
• Foster a collaborative environment by facilitating clear communication between HR and other departments, driving alignment on HR initiatives and objectives.

Company industry:: Construction & Building

HR Officer

January 2017 - January 2021

Maruti Suzuki India Ltd

Hyderabad, India

January 2017 - January 2021

• Prepares and analyzes comprehensive payroll reports, ensuring precise record-keeping and supporting managerial decision-making.
• Calculates employee take-home pay with meticulous attention to time records, benefits, and tax deductions, ensuring full compliance with regulations.
• Manages and updates employee exemptions, job statuses, and titles, significantly enhancing the integrity of HR data.
• Proactively identifies and resolves discrepancies in timesheet and payroll records, fostering a culture of accuracy and trust within the organization.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to streamline HR processes, contributing to improved operational efficiency and employee satisfaction.

Company industry:: Automotive Dealership & Distributor

HR Executive

January 2014 - January 2016

Fact Software Middle East FZ LLC

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

January 2014 - January 2016

Spearheaded end-to-end HR operations across alent acquisition, LED, employee engagement,
compensation & benefits, talent management, HRIS, and departments! financial planning.
Managed full employee lifecycle including onboarding, inductions, benefits administration, and
offboarding processes
Streamiined HR workflows and policies, maintaining and updating the Employee Handbook to ensure
consistency and compliance.
Successfully organize and execute complex events sich as GITEX Technology Week with efficiency and
attentive detail
Managed employment visa processes in compliance with TECOM
Free Zone requirements, including visa
applications, renewals, cancellations, and employee documentation.
Handled tenancy contract renewals, coordinating with landlords and ensuring timely documentation and
compliance.
Managed company PO Box renewal and related administrative tasks with the relevant authorities

Company industry:: Software Development

HR Administrator

February 2012 - July 2014

Al Khabir General Trading LLC

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

February 2012 - July 2014

• Oversaw the maintenance and enhancement of the employee database, guaranteeing precise leave records for optimal HR management.
• Executed initial telephonic interviews to evaluate candidates, streamlining the recruitment process and improving candidate experience.
• Developed detailed Leave Dues for staff on annual leave, significantly boosting employee satisfaction and ensuring compliance with HR policies.
• Administered Final Settlements (End Of Service Benefits) for departing employees, ensuring prompt and accurate processing to uphold company reputation.
• Compiled and submitted all critical HR documentation, supporting organizational compliance and operational efficiency.
• Leveraged HR best practices to foster a positive workplace culture, aligning with strategic HR goals for organizational growth.

Company industry:: Virtual Assistant Services
Job role:: Administration

HR Recruiter

January 2007 - January 2011

IBSS (PVT) Ltd

Hyderabad, India

January 2007 - January 2011

• Lead strategic HR initiatives, enhancing recruitment, payroll, leave management, and employee relations through effective negotiation and communication skills.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from crafting job descriptions to conducting interviews and facilitating seamless onboarding experiences for new hires.
• Develop and maintain an organized employee database, ensuring timely updates to leave records for compliance and operational efficiency.
• Implement innovative assessment techniques during initial interviews to identify top talent and align candidates with organizational culture and values.
• Foster positive employee relations by addressing concerns and promoting a collaborative workplace environment.

Company industry:: Human Resources Outsourcing

Education

Osmania University

August 2007

Master's degree, Human Resources

India

Osmania University

June 2004

Bachelor's degree, Economics And Public Administration

India

Skills

ERP CRM

Expert

ERP CRM

Expert

Candidates Searching

Expert

Candidates Searching

Expert

Conducting Interviews

Expert

Conducting Interviews

Expert

General Office Duties

Expert

General Office Duties

Expert

Microsoft Office

Expert

Microsoft Office

Expert

Typing Higher

Expert

Typing Higher

Expert

MS Word

Expert

MS Word

Expert

ERP CRM

Expert

ERP CRM

Expert

Candidates Searching

Expert

Candidates Searching

Expert

Conducting Interviews

Expert

Conducting Interviews

Expert

General Office Duties

Expert

General Office Duties

Expert

Microsoft Office

Expert

Microsoft Office

Expert

Recruitment Strategies

Expert

Recruitment Strategies

Expert

Coordinating

Expert

Coordinating

Expert

Human Resource Management

Expert

Human Resource Management

Expert

Payroll Administration

Intermediate

Payroll Administration

Intermediate

Training And Development

Expert

Training And Development

Expert

Benefits Administration

Expert

Benefits Administration

Expert

Emiratization & Nafis

Expert

Emiratization & Nafis

Expert

Employee Relations

Expert

Employee Relations

Expert

UAE Labour Law & MOHRE Compliance

Expert

UAE Labour Law & MOHRE Compliance

Expert

Performance Management & KPI

Expert

Performance Management & KPI

Expert

Human Resources

Expert

Human Resources

Expert

Management

Expert

Management

Expert

HR Management

Expert

HR Management

Expert

Training

Expert

Training

Expert

HR Strategy

Expert

HR Strategy

Expert

Payroll

Expert

Payroll

Expert

Administration

Expert

Administration

Expert

Recruitment

Expert

Recruitment

Expert

Performance Management

Expert

Performance Management

Expert

ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT

Intermediate

ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT

Intermediate

ACTIVE LISTENING

Intermediate

ACTIVE LISTENING

Intermediate

ADAPTABILITY

Intermediate

ADAPTABILITY

Intermediate

COLLABORATION

Intermediate

COLLABORATION

Intermediate

CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT

Intermediate

CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT

Intermediate

DECISION MAKING

Intermediate

DECISION MAKING

Intermediate

LEADERSHIP

Intermediate

LEADERSHIP

Intermediate

SAP ERP

Intermediate

SAP ERP

Intermediate

SOLARWINDS

Intermediate

SOLARWINDS

Intermediate

TALENT ACQUISITION

Intermediate

TALENT ACQUISITION

Intermediate

Languages

English

Level: Expert

Hindi

Level: Expert

Urdu

Level: Expert

Training and Certifications

Certifications

Human Resource Analytics

National Tsing Hua University

People Management Skills

CIPD Qualifications

Mar 2026

HR Fundamentals

CIPD Qualifications

Mar 2026

Naukri Certified Recruiter

Naukri

Training

HRSE (HR Summit & Expo) 2022

Informa

Jan 2022

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Work experience

Group HR Officer

HR Manager

HR Generalist

HR Officer

HR Executive

HR Administrator

HR Recruiter

Education

Osmania University

Osmania University

Skills

Languages

Training and Certifications

Certifications

Human Resource Analytics

People Management Skills

HR Fundamentals

Naukri Certified Recruiter

Training

HRSE (HR Summit & Expo) 2022