Maksuda Parker, Training, Development and Recruitment Manager

Maksuda Parker

Training, Development and Recruitment Manager

Al-Zayani Automotive

Location
Kuwait - Al Kuwait
Education
Bachelor's degree, HR Management
Experience
20 years, 5 Months

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Total years of experience :20 years, 5 Months

Training, Development and Recruitment Manager at Al-Zayani Automotive
  • Kuwait - Al Farawaniyah
  • My current job since May 2022

▪ Plan and execute HR strategy to align with organisational business strategy.
▪ Manage Manufacturer Training.
▪ Manage End-End Recruitment, Induction and Onboarding.
▪ Develop Organisational Charts based on company standards and business strategies, and Manufacturer's Standards.
▪ Responsible for studying and aligning Job Descriptions with Business Objectives.
▪ Advise leadership on hiring and terminations and conduct Exit Interviews.
▪ Responsible for administering performance management program.
▪ Guide employee behaviour and conflict resolution.
▪ Manage HR Systems employee data and attendance.
▪ Administer payroll and employee benefits
▪ Develop and Design Grading System.
▪ Responsible for conducting In-House training for the staff when required.
▪ Assisting the Head Of Human Resources in special operations.
▪ Oversee Facilities Maintenance team.

Hrbp at Confidential
  • Kuwait - Al Farawaniyah
  • December 2021 to March 2022

▪ Plan and execute HR strategy to align with organisational business strategy.
▪ Responsible for studying and aligning Job Descriptions with Business Objectives.
▪ Advise leadership on hiring and terminations.
▪ Administer payroll and employee benefits.
▪ Responsible for administering performance management program.
▪ Guide employee behaviour and Conflict resolution.
▪ Conduct investigations in response to employee complaints.

HR & Training Management Consultant at Talensetu Services Pvt
  • Kuwait - Al Kuwait
  • December 2019 to November 2021

Reporting To General Manager

▪ Generated new business development with marketing initiatives and strategic plans to Talensetu India - for Manpower & Training Services.
▪ Supported & assisted my clients with Talent Acquisition, End to End Recruitment, Sourced Specialized Business & Technical Trainings and acted as HR Business Partner.
▪ Attracted Talent sourcing through Advertisements, LinkedIn, In-house Data Base, Job Portals and unique way of Headhunting.
▪ Prepared a variety of different reports, and documents to ensure smooth operations.

Talent Acquisition Specialist – Mercedes Benz -Project Based at Protiviti Middle East Member Firm
  • Kuwait - Al Kuwait
  • July 2018 to December 2018

Talent Acquisition Specialist - Mercedes Benz (Project Based)

Reporting to Associate Director

▪ Developed tactical recruitment plan to fulfil AlMulla Automotive strategy and objective to hire (370 Vacancies) from Management, Office & Technical staff for luxury car brand Mercedes Benz luxury.
▪ Created, placed, and advertised vacancies through adverts in Career website, Social Media, as well as by networking platforms (LinkedIn, Bayt & Naukri), and through Employment Agencies.
▪ Used social sites & apps to advertise positions, build talent pool & build relationships with candidates Local and Overseas
▪ Developed communication and marketing plan, leveraged talent acquisition tools, resources & campaigns to source & attract top talent
▪ Developed and maintained strong working relationships with Senior executives, HR team and hiring managers to foster partnerships
that produced consistent & successful results.
▪ Created job descriptions to underpin consistent, market-based systems
▪ Created and drove talent acquisition and job placement strategies to attract diverse candidates.
▪ Sourced & screened candidates for Automotive based roles, worked with hiring managers to coordinate interviews, offers & onboarding.
▪ Received and reviewed applications, managed and arranged SWOT, technical interviews and technical tests, also created a shortlist of
candidates for the client
▪ Reviewed employment applications and background check reports to facilitate hiring process.
▪ Maintained high level of confidentiality managing privileged information during work performance.
▪ Prepared HR Project Reports and Analysis Reports for client review & approval for direction.

HR Mobilization & Onboarding Specialist – ES at SSH
  • Kuwait - Al Kuwait
  • March 2016 to June 2018

HR Mobilization & Onboarding Specialist - ES

SSHIC - Kuwait | Reporting to Regional HR Manager

▪ Managed end to end Mobilization, Onboarding, Relocation for CXO | C-suite, Executives and Office staff.
▪ Assigned work activities for staff related to employment, compensation, labor relations and employee relations.
▪ Inducted, Coordinated and participated in induction phase for new recruits.
▪ Streamlined HR efficiencies, coordinated new hire orientations and provided onboarding, training and ensured company familiarization
for new employees.
▪ Assisted senior management with making key decisions by developing and submitting performance and compensation reports with
status updates and improvement recommendations.
▪ Managed & delegated resource mobilization process for visas, immigration, flights, accommodation and transportation, for both new
and existing SSH employees.
▪ Proposed & implemented change to current policies & procedures, KPIs etc, based on best international practices.
▪ Supported the department managing the execution and follow up of training and development programs to ensure optimal company-
wide performance.
▪ Migrated legacy HRIS system to new technology to minimize negative business impacts.
▪ Delivered accurate, consistent and timely responses to HR process, system and policy requests and maintained contact until request
was resolved.
▪ Played an important role in resolving conflict and complex inquiries and provided multichannel communications support to facilitate
operations
▪ Processed employee job and personal data into HR system and audited data entry and transactions for accuracy.
▪ Processed new hires, transfers and separations.
▪ Administered benefits programs, analysed compensation and other competitive data and prepared budgets.
▪ Maintained strict confidentiality in performing the duties and managing privileged information.
▪ Liaised with Mandoob/ Government Relation Representative for Visa, Residency transfer and Government & Ministry related matters.
▪ Prepared various HR & Admin Reports and Analysis Reports.

HR & Administration Manager at MD
  • Kuwait - Al Kuwait
  • January 2015 to December 2015

HR & Administration Manager
Mini Delights-Kuwait | Reporting to the Owner

▪ Reviewed business goals to recommend & implement new HR approaches, policies and procedures for continual improvements focused on meeting business objectives and enhancing productivity
▪ Implemented performance review and motivational strategies to elevate team results. (staff: 60)
▪ Developed succession plans and promotion paths for all staff.
▪ Coordinated with senior leadership and handled managerial needs by implementing fresh solutions into business strategies.
▪ Evaluated training program success and presented strategic improvement recommendations to upper management.
▪ Briefed new hires on essential job information, such as company policies, employment benefits and job duties.
▪ Advised decision-makers on complex & confidential matters ranging from performance management to employee relations issues.
▪ Managed employee disputes by employing conflict resolution techniques.
▪ Recommended, initiated and finalized HR actions regarding faculty and staff position management, compensation, and employment postings, hiring proposals and new hire onboarding.
▪ Carried out all administrative responsibilities that included managing day to day business administration activities in synchronization with Managing Director, manage internal & external correspondence and business communication, develop & implement business forms & processes to ensure efficiency & smooth operations.
▪ Performed duties in accordance with all applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment

Recruitment Consultant at SSH
  • Kuwait - Al Kuwait
  • April 2014 to December 2014

Recruitment Consultant - (Project Based)
SSHIC-Kuwait | Reporting to Recruitment Manager

▪ Handled end to end recruitment for Engineers, Designers, Consultants.
▪ Worked with recruiting teams and human resources representatives to accomplish hiring objectives.
▪ Generated specialized and certified candidate pool for career opportunities through strategic placement of advertisements, evaluation
of applicant credentials, and conducting initial interviews and pre-screening assessments.
▪ Recommended new approaches to effect continual improvements in efficiency of department and services performed.
▪ Reviewed recruitment policies to ensure effectiveness of selection techniques and recruitment programs.
▪ Provided advice to both clients and candidates on salary levels, training requirements and career opportunities.
▪ Negotiated Salary Package and finalize the Offer letters.
▪ Supported management in developing and implementing personnel policies and procedures.
▪ Leveraged social media platforms & online job boards to advertise open positions & engage with potential candidates.
▪ Explained human resources policies, procedures, laws, standards and regulations to New Hire.

Event Management at -
  • Kuwait - Al Kuwait
  • September 2013 to March 2014

- Planning event from start to finish as per the requirements and objectives.
- Preparing budgets and ensuring adherence.
- Sourcing and negotiating with vendors and suppliers
- Being in charge of hiring personnel (waiters etc.)
- Coordinating all operations
- Leading and designing artwork for the promotional activities for the event.
- Supervising all staff / volunteers (event coordinators, caterers etc.)
- Ensuring event is completed smoothly and step up to resolve any problems that might occur
- Analyzing the event’s success and prepare reports

Recruiter at M. H. Alshaya Company
  • Kuwait - Al Kuwait
  • October 2008 to September 2013

Recruiter- HR Middle East
M. H. Alshaya - Kuwait | Reporting to Recruitment Manager

▪ Handled Local & International End to End Recruitment for Management, Office, Restaurants and Stores staff. Position required involved travelling to fulfill HR Plans & Business Objectives & create Dashboard reports for Management Decisions & Direction.
▪ Managed full cycle of recruiting, hiring and onboarding new employees.
▪ Oversaw full cycle recruiting for Bulk & Single vacancies each quarter.
▪ Leveraged social media platforms (LinkedIn) and online job boards (Bayt, Naukrigulf, Gulftalent, ) Agencies to advertise open positions
and engage with potential candidates.
▪ Negotiated Salary Package and finalize the Offer letters & Verified applicant references and employment details.
▪ Established reputation among leading organizations for possessing extensive candidate network and successful placement of IIMs & IITs
specialists.
▪ Facilitated Assessment Centers for Management, Store, Support Function Positions.
▪ Used Boolean searches to develop applicant portfolios for expected openings.
▪ Maintained and Operated applicant tracking system and candidate management systems.
▪ Migrated legacy HRIS system to new technology to minimize business impacts.
▪ Liaised & communicated constantly & regularly with HR Services/Government Relation Department in the Middle East markets to ensure
No Objection Certificates / Visa process completion for new joiners according to the Law Labors.
▪ Responsible to ensure new recruit/employee information is supplied to the Learning & Development team to enable planning &
successful completion of Inductions for Local and Overseas applicants/new recruit.
▪ Facilitated all new employee orientations to foster positive team attitude
▪ Developed relationships both Internal & External Clients to achieve objectives within timescales, which includes and not limited to On-
boarding Process, New Employee Orientation, Briefing Stakeholders, and assisting Line Managers in Sourcing & Facilitating
Assessment/Selection Centre.
▪ Performed all functions on the Oracle system & Other Company owned Applications as required & maintained records in satisfactory
state.
▪ Developed an effective filing system that was adopted department wide for past, prospective and future positions.
▪ Evaluated strengths and weaknesses of candidates through effective screening processes. HR Special Projects:
▪ On Boarding: Designed the entire Online On-boarding process and procedure for the convenience and easy access for entire Middle
East, Europe and Russia for Overseas or Local hire.
▪ Applicant Tracking System: Responsible for managing, enhancing and updating the Applicant Tracking System, making it User Friendly
for Applicants and convenient for recruiters to obtain quality CVs and producing comprehensive reports.
▪ Integrating Application: Proposed - Integration of Applications in order to save Cost and Manhours used in various HR departments
(e.g. Payroll, Government Relation...etc.) using existing software.
Other Job Responsibilities:
▪ Alshaya Career Portal Content Management System Administration. Responsible for updating new employee profiles, photos, introducing new brands, division profiles & latest news.
▪ Ads Content Creation: Using Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator designed Job Adverts from scratch to publishing of banners, leaflets, postmaster, newspaper advert & job advertisement / boards for the entire M.E recruitment.
▪ Administrated Online Recruitment Application Tracking System (Sniper hire) as Account Manager.
▪ Middle East Regional HR Dashboard Reports for Management. Prepared consolidated monthly dashboard reports for Regional Director.
Included Recruitment, Compensation & Benefits, Learning & Development, HR Management, Government Relation, Payroll & Administration.

Department Secretary at M. H. Alshaya Company
  • Kuwait - Al Kuwait
  • May 2007 to October 2008
Executive Secretary at Golden Shahin- (KGL Subsidiary)
  • Kuwait - Al Kuwait
  • September 2005 to May 2007

Executive Secretary to General Manager and Business Development Director
Golden Shahin Group's of Companies” Kuwait KGL-Subsidiary - Sep 05 until May 07

Job Description:

• Providing the high level administrative and secretarial support.
• Coordinating workflow.
• Taking task initiative in manager’s absence.
• Handle administrative details, for all projects.
• As required, recruit, hire, train and supervise part-time or full time, paid or unpaid/ volunteer secretarial or clerical staff.
• Maintain procedure manual to ensure consistent performance of routines.

Administrative Assistant at American General Trading & Contracting Company
  • Kuwait - Al Kuwait
  • October 2003 to February 2005
Teacher at Pakistani Central School
  • Kuwait - Al Kuwait
  • April 2002 to October 2003

Teaching Elementary Class

Education

Bachelor's degree, HR Management
  • at B.B.A
  • October 2024
Diploma, Human Resources
  • at Alison
  • March 2018
Diploma, Human Resources Management
  • at American University Kuwait
  • January 2017
Diploma, Microsoft Office
  • at High Studies Institute
  • June 2004
High school or equivalent, HSC
  • at Indian Central School
  • June 2002
High school or equivalent, SSC
  • at Indian Central School
  • March 2000

Specialties & Skills

Payroll Management
Payroll
People Management
Training
Recruitment
Employee Engagement
Oracle 9i & 11i
Adobe PhotoShop
MS- Visio & MS Project
Applicant Tracking System-Sniperhire (CAZAR)
NewForma
Decision Making
Business Forms & Process
Business Communication
HR Digital Transformation
Planning & Organizing
Detailed Statistical Reports
Government Regulation
Recruitment Strategies
Strategic Thinking
Analytical Problem Solving
HRIS Knowledge
HRM Knowledge & Expertise
Intercultural Sensitivity
Onboarding, Mobilisation & Relocation
Applicant Tracking System
social media marketing
people management
MS-Office Suite
oracle hr
marketing
Negotiation
problem solving
Orientation
sourcing
microsoft powerpoint
planning
mass recruitment
performance appraisal
payroll
organizational development
hr transformation
office management
performance management
operational hr
onboarding
payroll processing
recruitment operations

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Languages

English
Expert
Arabic
Intermediate
Hindi
Expert

Memberships

Empowering Ummah (Non-Profit Association)
  • Head of Empowering Ummah
  • September 2013

Training and Certifications

Neuro Linguistic Programing (Certificate)
Date Attended:
March 2017
Discover Yourself – Self Development (Certificate)
Date Attended:
April 2014
Excellence in Leadership (Certificate)
Date Attended:
February 2017
Diploma in HR Management (Certificate)
Date Attended:
September 2017
HR Intermediate (Training)
Training Institute:
American University Kuwait
Date Attended:
January 2016
Duration:
20 hours

Hobbies

  • Pets
  • Doodling
  • Gardening
  • Designing, Painting, Singing, Reading, Interior Desiger