Conan Cardoz

Serve as a strategic HR Business Partner to senior leadership and department heads, providing expert advice and consultation on all facets of the employee lifecycle including talent acquisition, onboarding, performance management, succession planning, and offboarding, ensuring alignment with business objectives and workforce planning.
Lead the immigration and visa facilitation process for all new hires and existing employees, collaborating closely with government entities and legal advisors to ensure 100% compliance with Qatar labor laws and immigration regulations, reducing onboarding delays and supporting workforce mobility for a multicultural and international staff.
Manage comprehensive talent management initiatives such as competency mapping, career development frameworks, and succession planning programs, effectively addressing critical skill gaps and fostering internal leadership pipelines.
Coordinate the administration of compensation and benefits programs, learning & development activities, and employee engagement initiatives, ensuring adherence to company policies, budget constraints, and industry best practices.
Utilize HR data analytics tools and HRIS (SAP SuccessFactors) to monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), employee turnover, engagement metrics, and compliance trends; provide actionable insights and strategic recommendations to senior management for continuous improvement.
Spearhead organizational change management initiatives, including the rollout of SAP SuccessFactors modules, driving adoption through training, stakeholder engagement, and communication strategies that resulted in a 20% increase in process efficiency and data accuracy.
Investigate and resolve complex employee relations issues, grievances, and disciplinary cases with sensitivity and professionalism, achieving a 25% reduction in dispute escalation through timely interventions and mediation, while ensuring legal and policy compliance.
Foster a positive workplace culture by championing diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts, delivering HR workshops and coaching sessions to managers on leadership, conflict resolution, and performance management best practices.

Provided expert HR advisory and hands-on support to over 500 employees and management, facilitating the interpretation and implementation of HR policies in line with organizational goals and Qatari labor law requirements.
Conducted thorough workplace investigations into employee grievances, misconduct, and disciplinary matters; applied conflict resolution techniques that successfully decreased recurrence of issues by 30%, improving workplace harmony and trust.
Delivered tailored training sessions for management and staff on disciplinary procedures, labor law compliance, workplace ethics, and employee engagement strategies to enhance overall organizational effectiveness.
Played a pivotal role in organizational restructuring and workforce realignment projects, working with business leaders to ensure lawful, fair, and smooth transitions for affected employees while maintaining operational continuity.
Analyzed employee feedback and workforce data to identify retention risks and developed targeted engagement and retention strategies, contributing to improved employee satisfaction and reduced turnover.
Collaborated cross-functionally with HR, Legal, and Compliance teams to maintain up-to-date policies and procedures, ensuring continuous compliance with evolving labor regulations and company standards

Managed full employee relations case load including grievance handling, disciplinary proceedings, workplace investigations, and complaint resolution with adherence to Qatari labor law and internal policies, achieving a 95% satisfaction rate in resolution outcomes.
Supported performance management processes by coaching managers on objective-setting, feedback delivery, and fair evaluation practices, enhancing team productivity and individual development.
Coordinated visa and immigration compliance for expatriate employees, maintaining accurate documentation, timely renewals, and ensuring legal conformity to support seamless workforce mobility.
Conducted exit interviews and turnover analysis to capture actionable insights that informed improvements in retention strategies and employee engagement programs.
Maintained confidential employee records and ensured data integrity across HR systems, supporting payroll accuracy and regulatory reporting requirements.

Executed end-to-end recruitment campaigns resulting in the successful hiring of over 100 employees annually across diverse business functions, collaborating with hiring managers to understand role requirements and optimize talent acquisition processes.
Administered onboarding programs, including induction training and cultural assimilation activities, reducing new hire ramp-up time by 20% and enhancing overall employee experience.
Maintained HRIS data accuracy by regularly auditing employee records and liaising with IT and payroll teams to ensure seamless HR service delivery and compliance.
Managed visa, work permits, and labor law compliance processes by coordinating with government authorities and legal advisors, ensuring zero non-compliance issues during labor audits.
Developed and implemented internal communication initiatives, employee recognition programs, and staff events that fostered team cohesion, morale, and engagement.
Supported disciplinary and administrative procedures by assisting managers in documentation, investigation, and resolution of employee issues, maintaining a fair and compliant workplace environment.