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Isam Abbas, Head of Human Resources

Isam Abbas

Head of Human Resources

United Arab Emirates

High school or equivalent, Change Management Strategy

Work experience

Total years of experience: 26 years, 6 months

Head of Human Resources

May 2019 - Present

May 2019 - Present

Job role:
Human Resources and Recruitment

HR Manager

April 2017 - April 2019

K&J Al Ghurair Group

United Arab Emirates

April 2017 - April 2019

Headed a team to establish a new HR department for the company sub-group. Directed overall human capital
organization functions including but not limited to Manpower Planning, Organization Development, Talent Acquisition, Compensation and
benefits, employee onboarding and engagement, performance and succession management. Spearheaded HR projects, including the rollout
of SAP HCM module, restructuring of organizational cost centres, salary streamlining / cost recovery and reconciliation. Identifying
opportunities for automation and reducing manual processes; partnering with teams for the implementation of solutions.
Key Achievements:
▪ Top-down -Creation of HR department, team, and sub-groups from early stages to functioning autonomous and sustaining entity.
▪ Sustainability and Innovation- Developed a Well-functioning operating system for the Ministry of Labor and Immigration services.
Counsel for senior managers and department heads regarding HR policy, salary reviews, and promotions. Analytical presentations on
support-based decision-making on future HR strategic projects & topics.

Job role:
Human Resources and Recruitment

Head of HR

March 2015 - March 2017

Al Junaibi Group

United Arab Emirates

March 2015 - March 2017

Facilitated communication among employees & Management by providing guidance and consultation regarding
dispute resolution, litigation avoidance, and resolving internal conflicts. Led and delivered initiatives centred around enhancing the overall
employee experience and employer brand.
Key Achievements:
▪ Crafted the new performance management cycle based on the HR best practice concept.
▪ Created an excellent set of procedures and a well-functioning operating system for the Ministry of Labor, and immigration services.
▪ Implemented compensation, benefits and manpower planning strategy, alongside a motivating and engaging learning and development
plan for all employees.

Company industry:
Civil Engineering
Job role:
Human Resources and Recruitment

HR Manager

July 2012 - February 2015

July 2012 - February 2015

Arabtech Holding | UAE, Jordan & Russia
Core Responsibilities An active team member of the HR transformation project at Arabtec Holding (12Branches & 37 Subsidiaries)
implementing continuous evaluation and improvement process of strategic HR tasks linked to business goals in line with developed policies
and procedures. Recognized by management for excellent relationships with external organizations, including government training
agencies, training consultants, private training providers, and professional associations.
Key Achievements:
▪ Project Management -for organizational structures design and job analysis also played a vital role in developing job descriptions,
define job levels and families. Project Lead for HR Oracle implementation.
▪ Advisory- Consulted HR Managers at branches and subsidiaries to implement robust recruitment to facilitate shared responsibility
for the recruitment of people and ensure that HR matters are effectively dealt with, including those on ethics and compliances.
▪ Cost Reductions - Created a well-organized exit interview procedure to reduce the attrition ratio.

Job role:
Human Resources and Recruitment

HR Business Partner

February 2005 - June 2012

February 2005 - June 2012

ERE Company | GCC
Core Responsibilities: Oversaw the execution of career management & succession planning processes. Linked the performance assessment
and compensation to business results, built and managed an automotive HRIS to provide accurate and timely reporting that met business
needs and HR requirements.
Key Achievements:
▪ Organizational Design -focused changes on employee life cycle, Value proposition, and performance development reviews.
▪ Developed competencies and supported the career development of HR team members across the region.
▪ Budgetary control measures - managed the re-engineered the business goals with HR policies and procedures, SME for Policies,
procedures, compensation and benefits.

Job role:
Human Resources and Recruitment

HR & Administration Manager

January 2000 - January 2005

January 2000 - January 2005

Job role:
Human Resources and Recruitment

Education

M.P. Dragomanov National Pedagogic University

November 2021

November 2021

High school or equivalent, Change Management Strategy

Egypt

courses: Equalized from NARIC International Educational Qualification Bachelor’s Degree (honours) - IT Engineering (Equalized from Ministry of Education in UAE) Cherkassy State Technological University, Ukraine ▪ CIPD Certificate in HR Management ▪ Business Continuity Management (ISO 22301) ▪ Certified HR Consultant: (CHRC215051010318), HR Manager (CHRM2140941187) and HR Professional (CHRMP2140808681) - American Certification Institute (ACI)

University of Strathclyde Business School

June 2017

June 2017

Master's degree, Change Management Strategy

United Kingdom

GPA (rating): Very good

GPA (rating): Very good

courses: Master’s Degree, Educational Leadership, and Management

Skills

BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION

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HUMAN RESOURCES

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PROCESS ENGINEERING

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AUTOMOTIVE

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HRIS

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ORGANIZATIONAL ANALYSIS

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ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS

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POLICY ANALYSIS

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REPORTS

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STRATEGIC

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Social profiles

Personal Website
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