HR Director

016-******* Malaysia *******@*****.***

Sharan Pademhanaban

H E A D O F H U M A N C A P I T A L ( C O U N T R Y H R D I R E C T O R ) Empowering people, driving change, and creating legacies that last. A strategic leader and HR generalist with a proven track record in building high-performance cultures. Expert in aligning HR initiatives with organizational objectives, driving employee engagement, and fostering inclusion. Skilled in change management, talent acquisition, and succession planning to ensure organizational continuity. Adept at navigating complex employee relations and compliance landscapes while maintaining trust and integrity. Committed to delivering value through data-driven decisions and dynamic people strategies. KEY RESULT AREAS

• Strategic HR Leadership: Develop and execute HR strategies aligned with business goals to drive organizational success. Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, fostering strategic workforce planning and organizational development.

• Talent Acquisition and Management: Oversee end-to-end talent acquisition processes to attract and retain top talent. Implement talent development programs, focusing on employee growth, engagement, and succession planning.

• Employee and Industrial Relations: Build and maintain harmonious labor relations, ensuring compliance with employment laws and regulations. Act as a mediator and facilitator to resolve conflicts and foster a positive work environment.

• Compensation, Benefits, and HR Compliance: Design competitive compensation and benefits structures to attract and retain talent. Ensure adherence to HR policies and legal standards, reducing risks and enhancing compliance.

• Change and Performance Management: Lead organizational change initiatives with a focus on employee engagement and effective communication. Drive performance management systems to align individual and team goals with organizational objectives. Functional Skills

• Talent Acquisition

• Succession Planning

• Employee Relations

• Industrial Relations

• Performance Management

Operational Skills

• HR Compliance

• Policy Development

• Compensation & Benefits

• Workforce Planning

• Change Implementation

Managerial Skills

• Strategic HR Partnerships

• Leadership Development

• Engagement Strategies

• Organizational Development

• Culture Building

WORK EXPERIENCE

BATA Malaysia SDN BHD – Head of Human Capital

Mar 2022 to Present

KEY PROFILE: Partnered with the Country Manager to build a high-performing leadership team through targeted hiring and development plans. Collaborated on performance calibration, merit proposals, and department restructuring for optimal efficiency. Implemented a paperless onboarding process to improve employee experience. Designed competitive compensation and benefits packages to attract and retain top talent. Streamlined internal payroll processes and transitioned to an outsourced payroll system.

• Built a leadership team with a 30% improvement in performance after targeted hiring and development.

• Achieved 25% reduction in department inefficiencies through collaboration on performance calibration and restructuring.

• Reduced onboarding time by 40% with the introduction of a paperless process.

• Increased talent acquisition by 35% through effective recruitment campaigns and employer branding.

• Improved talent retention by 20% through a robust talent management program focused on succession planning.

• Ensured 100% legal compliance of K-Scheme structure for Store Managers.

• Reduced legal disputes by 80% by resolving IR cases successfully.

• Increased employee engagement by 5% through new programs like surveys and flexible work arrangements.

• Enhanced employee learning and development opportunities, with 50% of employees participating in training or mentorship.

• Transitioned to a paperless work environment, reducing paper usage by 80% and improving operational efficiency. IWG PLC Group (LSC (MYS) SDN BHD) – Head of HR

Dec 2019 to Feb 2022

KEY PROFILE: Managed the HR Self Service platform implementation, establishing Malaysia as the model country for the global HR Self Service initiative. Supported and collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure the success of the Shared Services project across Malaysia and the Philippines. Led the development and execution of recruitment process improvements, reducing dependency on external agents by transitioning 100% of recruitment to internal recruiters.

• Successfully set up the HR Self Service platform, making Malaysia the model country, which was adopted by 100% of the global regions for HR Self Service replication.

• Contributed to the success of the Shared Services project across Malaysia and the Philippines, resulting in a 95% improvement in operational efficiency.

• Partnered with the Global Compensation & Benefits team to enhance benefit coverage, leading to a 20% increase in employee satisfaction regarding benefits.

• Improved recruitment processes, reducing the company's reliance on recruitment agents by 100% and increasing internal recruiter involvement by 100%.

• Implemented the High Potential Framework and Succession Planning initiatives, leading to a 40% improvement in talent retention and internal promotions.

Warner Chappell Music Malaysia Sdn Bhd - Regional HRM Dec 2015 to June 2019

KEY PROFILE: Led recruitment efforts, onboarding processes, and HR strategy implementation for the APAC region. Ensured compliance with local labor laws while aligning with global policies. Drafted and implemented regional employee handbooks, policies, and HR procedures. Collaborated with teams to align HR strategies with local labor laws and organizational practices. Managed technical recruitment processes, successfully onboarding local headcount for global offices. Supported diversity and inclusion initiatives through innovative hiring practices. Spearheaded employee engagement programs and career development initiatives. Designed and executed performance improvement plans, coaching frameworks, and CSR activities.

• Achieved 90% compliance for HR and payroll audits under SOX standards within the organization.

• Successfully onboarded 30 local technical headcounts for the global IT team.

• Drafted and implemented the APAC Employee Handbook, ensuring full compliance with local labor laws.

• Collaborated with WTW to design and consolidate salary benchmarking, aligning Malaysia’s structure with the global grading system, achieving 100% alignment.

• Ensured no employee relations cases were reported/filed in the IR court, maintaining 100% conflict resolution success rate.

• Introduced and implemented career development plans and performance improvement programs, resulting in a 20% increase in employee satisfaction scores.

• Led the HR Best Practices initiative, earning the Bronze Award at HR Awards Malaysia 2017.

• Designed and executed a flexible working environment pilot for the Malaysia IT team, increasing team productivity by 25%. Projects

• Global Mobility Project: Drafted guidelines to support international assignments, ensuring seamless transitions and compliance with global standards.

• Flexible Working Environment Project: Developed flexible working policies for the Malaysia IT team as a pilot project, consolidating benefits and structures for local implementation.

• Diversity & Inclusion Project: Revamped candidate interview methods to support diversity, successfully hiring candidates from diverse industries and backgrounds.

• HRM System Implementation: Oversaw the deployment and employee training for the Workday HRM system, improving HR operations and data accessibility across the organization.

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

IHS Global Malaysia Sdn Bhd (formerly known) – HRM / HRBP Feb 2014 – Dec 2015 Marcus Evans Malaysia Sdn Bhd – From HR Exec to Sen HRM APAC Oct 2006 – Jan 2014 The Northam All Suite Hotel, Penang – From FO Secretary to HR Assistant Dec 1999 – Aug 2006 Disted-Stamford College Penang – From General Clerk to Clerical Officer/Admin Assistant May 1997 – Nov 1999 EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

• UNIMAS – Executive Masters in HR & Industrial Relations November 2020 – February 2022

• UNIMAS – CHRP Certified HR Management for HR Practitioners 2017 - 2018

• MIHRM – Diploma Professional Diploma in HR Management 2012 - 2013 PROJECT HANDLED

• Commission Claim Form

• Hiring of 40 Local IT Team & Set Up the HR Division to Support the Team

• HR Self-Service Platform & HR Shared Services

• SAP

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