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Raven Abrahams, Human Resource Manager

Raven Abrahams

Human Resource Manager·Candour Real Estate

United Arab Emirates

Bachelor's degree, Human Resources

Work experience

Total years of experience: 7 years, 4 months

Human Resource Manager

August 2023 - Present

Candour Real Estate

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

August 2023 - Present

Lead the full recruitment cycle including job postings,
candidate sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding.
Coordinate and conduct orientation programs ensuring
new hires are aligned with company culture, values, and
compliance requirements.
Manage the entire employee lifecycle including
promotions, transfers, terminations, and offboarding.
Develop strategic workforce plans in collaboration with
department heads to forecast and fulfill staffing needs.
Lead performance management processes including
appraisal cycles, KPI development, and training for
department heads.
Administer payroll and liaise with the accountant for
accurate, timely processing.
Oversee visa and work permit processes, maintaining full
compliance with UAE labor and immigration laws.
Maintain HR documentation and ensure compliance with
MOHRE and labor laws.
Implement and manage employee engagement initiatives
such as team‐building events.
Facilitate learning & development initiatives and internal
training programs.
Draft, review, and update HR policies to ensure alignment
with current legal requirements and business goals.
Mediate employee relations, resolve workplace conflicts,
and manage disciplinary procedures in line with legal
standards.
Coordinate annual group medical insurance coverage and
serve as point of contact for employee claims.
Oversee HR budgeting, vendor management, and
coordinate with office maintenance teams to ensure
smooth operations.
Promote a positive workplace culture by planning and
executing quarterly and annual employee recognition programs.

Company industry:
Real Estate
Job role:
Human Resources and Recruitment

HR Generalist

November 2021 - July 2023

Moving Tactics

Cape Town, South Africa

November 2021 - July 2023

Coordinating the candidate journey from start to finish. Daily tasks include:

Post adverts and allocate billing
Coordinating the interview process
Conduct first round interviews
Conduct reference checks
Compile contracts and supporting material
Manage employee induction/onboarding & off-boarding process

Employee Management:

Manage employee profiles
Assist with contract changes
Sage ESS management
Appraisal scheduling and reporting
Prepare annual workshops
Assist in responding to staff inquiries
Drafting letters, policies & notices for employees
Assist with drafting disciplinary actions
Assist with EE reporting
Manage Skills Development
Manage Learnerships & Internships
Keep HR documents up to date and office organized
Implement special occasions for the company
Manage company newsletter
Constantly improve HR Processes
Assist with monthly payroll

Occupational Health & Safety:

Complete monthly OHS checklists
Book training and following up on certificates

Company industry:
Business Support Services
Job role:
Human Resources and Recruitment

HR Assistant

May 2020 - July 2021

RunwaySale

Cape Town, South Africa

May 2020 - July 2021

Coordinating the candidate journey from start to finish. Daily tasks include:

Loading job ads
Shortlisting and scheduling interviews
Coordinating the interview process
Conducting first round interviews
Coordinating candidate assessments and projects

Onboarding management:

Liaising with managers regarding onboarding and training requirements
Acting as an onboarding buddy for new joiners
Developing training material and resources to improve the onboarding experience
Assembling new joiner packs

Assisting with HR strategic projects aimed at team wellness and development:

Developing a training manual for future HR Interns
Vetting and onboarding new recruitment agency partners
Developing an onboarding guideline and presentation for new joiners
Facilitating a CV writing workshop for the team
Coordinating an educational programme for the onsite daycare

Company industry:
Retail & Wholesale
Job role:
Human Resources and Recruitment

HR Intern

February 2019 - February 2020

Discovery Health

Cape Town, South Africa

February 2019 - February 2020

Screening CV’s
Conducting telephonic interviews
Conducting assessments
Filing and record keeping
Assisting with reference checks

Company industry:
Other Healthcare Services
Job role:
Human Resources and Recruitment

Intern

March 2017 - July 2017

Building Industry Bargaining Council

Cape Town, South Africa

March 2017 - July 2017

Front desk management
Filing (basic administration)
Preparing labour relations documentation
Taking meeting minutes

Company industry:
Construction & Building
Job role:
Administration

Education

Cape Peninsula University Of Technology

December 2018

December 2018

Bachelor's degree, Human Resources

South Africa

Cape Peninsula University Of Technology

December 2017

December 2017

Diploma, Office Management & Technology

South Africa

Skills

HR Management
Expert
HR Management
Expert
HR Officer
Expert
HR Officer
Expert
HR Strategy
Expert
HR Strategy
Expert
HR Policies
Expert
HR Policies
Expert
HRIS
Expert
HRIS
Expert

Languages

English
Native Speaker
Afrikaans
Expert

Training and Certifications

Certifications
Human Resource Management
May 2021

Hobbies

  • Outdoor Activities, Sports, Social Media, Music, Fashion & Beauty
    At my current company I was chosen as Employee of the year in 2022