Namrata Bhatia

• Partner with clients to scale people functions for high-growth companies and projects, designing and
implementing strategies that supported rapid expansion while fostering culture and performance.
• Analyze current HR policies and practices and recommend improvements or changes.
• Design and implement talent management strategy, including succession planning and employee
development programs.
• Ensure clients comply with employment laws and regulations, such as labor laws, anti-discrimination
policies, and health and safety standards.
• Coach leaders on policy and procedures design and updates, HR transformation, change management,
cultural transformations etc.
• Design job descriptions and implement pay structures, incentive programs, and benefits packages.
• Review HR Strategy and trends and provide insights on organizational design and development to
optimize structure and improve efficiency.

• Collaborated with the global manufacturing HR Manager (Houston) as a change management agent, successfully partnering with the business to build resilience and transform the organization into a high- performing workplace
• Enhanced operational efficiency by evaluating and revamping existing processes and procedures within work streams, establishing key performance indicators (KPIs) that aligned with project targets and company objectives
• Conducted talent assessments: Evaluated employee skills, potential, and performance, informing talent management decisions and succession planning.
• Implemented talent development programs: Created initiatives for training, mentoring, and performance management, enhancing employee growth and retention.
• Executed talent retention strategies: Implemented initiatives like recognition programs, career development, and competitive compensation to retain high performers.
• Developed and executed comprehensive strategies for organizational redesign and restructure, expertly facilitating change management workshops to ensure smooth transitions and employee buy-in
• Spearheaded the development and implementation of innovative Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) strategies and initiatives, leveraging data and metrics to drive progress and communicate priorities effectively.
• Collaborated with the Compensation and Benefits (C&B) team to successfully implement and maintain a job grading system, ensuring fair and transparent compensation practices
• Developed comprehensive job descriptions aligned with implemented methodology, providing clear and detailed information about job responsibilities and requirements.
• Analyzed data trends and metrics to assess and anticipate business risks, collaborating with HR Centers of Excellence (COEs) to develop and deploy recommended solutions, programs, and policies.
• Demonstrated expertise in independently managing and resolving complex employee relations issues, conducting thorough and objective investigations for assigned cases, fostering a positive work environment
• Utilized talent data and insights to inform decision-making, optimize talent acquisition and development, and align talent strategies with business objectives.

• Successfully transformed the HR function to a strategic role for Consulting BU in Abu Dhabi, effectively
aligning it with ongoing organizational changes and other business units.
• Streamlined and automated administrative tasks by developing a local HR intranet page for managing
employee queries, leading to increased operational efficiency and improved employee experience.
• Orchestrated the smooth transition of local administrative procedures to be handed over to HR Shared
Services outside of the UAE.
• Provided experienced advice on employment law, leadership, employee communications, talent
retention, and cultural alignment, fostering organizational cohesion and alignment across business units.
• Led harmonization efforts for HR procedures and employee benefits within legacy organizations,
successfully aligning them with market practices, resulting in a cohesive and standardized approach across
the region.
• Collaborated with the Rewards team to successfully implement a job grading system (Hays Methodology)
• Directed talent management initiatives such as succession planning, career development and
implementing the annual talent strategy, fostering a culture of high performance, talent retention and
focused efforts on Gender Diversity in leadership.
• Conducted individual engagement talks (Stay interviews) with employees, gauging engagement levels
within the organization and developing targeted action plans to improve engagement and retention.
• Analyzed and presented data trends and metrics to assess and anticipate business risks, collaborating with
HR Centers of Excellence (COEs) to develop and deploy recommended solutions, programs, and policies.
• Principal contact for the Graduate Development Program in the UAE, effectively managing and
coordinating graduates and the regional leadership team, ensuring a successful program implementation.
• Served as the focal point of contact and/or project manager for the implementation of global projects
such as Global work from home policy, Global unified onboarding program,
• Spearheaded and promoted a culture of inclusion by supporting Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and
DEI committees. Ambassador for Employee Care Network for Wood in UAE - Developed internal network initiatives critical
to DEI, focusing on caregiver support and employee empowerment programs

• Built and organized the HR function for the organization
• Automated admin tasks by creating a local intranet page for HR procedures and managing employee queries
• Set up organization policies and procedures, to be in alignment with UAE Labor Law

• Focal point of Talent Management for Abu Dhabi Operating Centre (Total strength: 600+ employees)
• Collaborated with the Learning & Development to implement comprehensive competency assessments across all disciplines, ensuring employees received the necessary training to excel in their roles.
• Designed and implemented personalized employee and leadership development plans, facilitating seamless career transitions and aligning with the groups competency framework.
• Facilitated one-on-one discussions with employees to identify growth opportunities and develop actionable plans for their professional advancement.
• Effectively managed the local Annual Performance Management activities, including appraisals, objectives, and talent review campaigns, utilizing the 9 Box Grid methodology and succession planning
• Oversaw the facilitation and execution of succession planning initiatives, ensuring key positions within the entity had potential successors identified and developed.
• Proactively initiated HR alerts to identify and retain critical employees, implementing targeted retention strategies to mitigate talent loss.
• Successfully coordinated international secondments and assignments with other entities, adhering to international mobility policies and effectively managing assignment logistics.
• Implemented new talent processes in Abu Dhabi, in accordance with group guidelines, including the establishment of job evaluation and grading using the Hays Methodology and competency assessment protocols.
• Maintained and managed the employee database for the group rewards plan, promptly addressing employee queries and providing necessary support.

• Contact sources/potential candidates; assess CVs and recommend candidates to the Consultant; coordinate consultant and client interviews.
• With the consultant, develop a research strategy through completion of the either the Search Strategy document or Sourcing Strategy document.
• Adapt research/reporting processes in terms of the chosen recruitment methodology.
• Develop and implement strategies in the area of recruitment.
• Execute the agreed strategy in a timely manner including some or all of: Head Hunting, market mapping; producing target organization and source lists and/or managing the placement of advertisements
• Ensure all relevant information is captured and updated in the central database