Hr Manager Talent Acquisition

MADIHA ABRAR

Queens, NY (***) ***- **** ******.*********@*****.*** LinkedIn

Summary

Dynamic HR Executive with over 12 years of experience delivering innovative HR solutions, optimizing talent strategies, and leading organizational transformation initiatives. Expertise in HR consulting, talent management, employee relations, change management, HRIS solutions, and DEI strategies. Proven track record of driving business impact through data-driven decision-making, coaching, and cross-functional team leadership. Adept at designing and executing HR strategies that enhance organizational performance and align with cultural transformation objectives. Passionate about fostering positive workplace cultures in fast-paced and innovative environments.

Skills

High-Performance Talent Acquisition

Strategic HR leadership

HR Policy Design & Implementation

Executive Coaching and Advisement

Leadership & Development Programs

HR Business Partnership

Project Management

Legal Compliance & Risk Management

DEI Strategies

Benefits Harmonization

Global HR & Compliance

Employee Experience Enhancement

Change Management

HR Analytics

Cross-functional Team Leadership

Total Reward Strategy

Talent Acquisition & Development

Performance Management

Employee Relations

HR Technology Optimization

Experience

Director of Human Resources 09/2022 to 06/2024

Institute for the Study of War Washington, D.C.

Led multiple cross-functional teams to develop and implement talent strategies that improved organizational effectiveness and aligned with business objectives.

Delivered high-impact HR solutions through data-driven decision-making and analytics, achieving a 30% reduction in leadership turnover and improving overall performance.

Spearheaded organizational change management initiatives, resulting in a 50% reduction in workplace disputes and enhanced employee engagement.

Integrated DEI principles into talent acquisition and employee engagement strategies, fostering a more inclusive work environment.

Optimized HR operations by implementing TriNet (PEO) for payroll, benefits, and 401k management, saving $60,000 annually.

Partnered with business leaders to deliver tailored HR consulting solutions, including organizational design, leadership development, and performance management.

HR Specialist 01/2022 to 08/2022

Den of Geek New York City- Remote

Streamlined HR operations by leading the implementation of HRIS platforms (Justworks & Monday.com), improving employee productivity and reducing hiring time by 50%.

Designed and executed total rewards strategies aligned with industry standards, improving candidate attraction and retention.

Managed employee benefits programs, ensuring compliance with US and UK regulations, and enhanced employee satisfaction through innovative compensation solutions.

Assistant Accountant (Benefits & Payroll) 01/2020 to 02/2021

International Monetary Fund Washington, D.C.

Managed global payroll and benefits administration, ensuring compliance with international policies and regulations.

Led system integrations between PeopleSoft, ServiceNow, and Workday, streamlining HR and finance operations for a global workforce.

HR Officer (Generalist) and Assistant Accountant 05/2010 to 11/2019

Embassy of Australia Pakistan

Established and developed the HR department, aligning HR activities with key organizational goals.

Successfully implemented FlowHCM (HRIS), streamlining employee data management, payroll, and attendance tracking for international staff.

Designed and delivered leadership and staff development programs, saving $40,000 in training budgets while improving employee engagement.

Education and Training

Master of Science in Management (MSM) 05/2024

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Human Resources Management Certificate 06/2021

Northwestern University

Executive Master's in Business Administration (EMBA) 03/2009

Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto Institute for Science & Technology

Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Sociology 10/2004

University of Punjab

Certifications

SHRM- Certified Professional (CP)- Society of Human Resources Professionals

SHRM-Senior Certified Professional (SCP) - Society of Human Resources Professionals

Certified Professional Coach (CPC) - World Coaching Institute

Technical Skills

Microsoft Office Suite (Advanced proficiency): Excel, Word, PowerPoint & Outlook

HRIS Platforms: Justworks, ADP, TriNet, BambooHR, SAP, Paychex, PeopleSoft & FlowHCM

Project Management & CRM Tools: Asana & Monday.com

HR Analytics & Reporting Tools: Data-driven insights and reporting

Google Workspace: (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive)

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS): JazzHR & GoHire

Performance Management Tools: Experienced in implementing tools like Lattice, Trinet and BambooHR for performance reviews and goal management.

Employee Engagement Tools: Enhance employee engagement through tools like Google Forms and SurveyMonkey.

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