Palwasha Kamran
L.ahore-Punjab
Summary
Detail-oriented HR Assistant with expertise in employee data management and performance monitoring. Coordinates onboarding programmes to ensure effective integration of new hires into company culture. Supports policy development and compliance, enhancing workplace harmony. Experienced in employee relations, recruitment, and onboarding, driving HR initiatives that promote organisational growth and employee satisfaction.
Overview
2
2
Languages
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Associate
Accountree
04.2026 - Current
- Managed recruitment processes, including job postings, candidate screening, and interview coordination for diverse roles.
- Led recruitment efforts, including drafting job descriptions, screening candidates, and conducting interviews to fill vacancies efficiently.
- Played a key role in the design and update of job descriptions, ensuring clarity and compliance with organisational needs.
- Coordinated performance review procedures, offering constructive feedback and career development advice to employees.
- Monitored employee performance, delivering feedback and coaching to improve skill sets.
- Led training sessions on employment law and workplace policies, enhancing organisational compliance and staff knowledge.
- Administered employee onboarding programmes, facilitating smooth integration of new staff into company culture and operations.
- Coordinated onboarding processes for new hires, facilitating introductions and training sessions to integrate employees smoothly.
- Provided guidance to employees on HR-related queries, offering solutions and advice on various issues.
- Developed and maintained up-to-date HR policies and procedures manuals, ensuring compliance with current employment legislation.
- Monitored changes in employment law, updating company policies accordingly to avoid legal risks.
- Supported the implementation of diversity and inclusion policies, contributing to a more equitable workplace culture.
- Oversaw annual leave and sickness absence management, minimising disruption to business operations.
- Facilitated conflict resolution meetings between staff and management, promoting a harmonious and productive work environment.
- Managed payroll processing, including adjustments, bonuses, and deductions, ensuring accurate and timely salary payments.
- Administered payroll and benefits, ensuring timely and accurate compensation while complying with legal requirements.
- Clarified tasks, compensation, and policies with new hires, fostering transparency from the start.
- Supervised staff training and coaching in corporate policies and procedures and UK regulations.
- Organised and digitised employee contracts and documentation, ensuring proper record-keeping.
- Developed and maintained HR databases, keeping records of employee information for easy access and compliance purposes.
- Researched trends in employment, education and training to apply up-to-date knowledge.
- Advised individuals on employment opportunities, career choices and further education or training needed for job roles.
- Demonstrated outstanding listening and communication skills to obtain information.
- Maintained appropriate data confidentiality relating to organisation and personnel, complying with information regulations.
- Interviewed employees, supervisors and managers to generate detailed job descriptions.
HR Assistant
Moneywize Accountants and Tax Advisors
Lahore, Pakistan
06.2025 - 04.2026
- Assisted with recruitment processes, including job postings and scheduling interviews for potential hires.
- Conducted initial screening of CVs, shortlisting candidates suitable for various roles within the organisation.
- Narrowed candidate selection following company recruitment policies.
- Wrote position descriptions and posted details on job boards.
- Organised documentation for recruitment and onboarding procedures.
- Coordinated new employee inductions, facilitating smooth integration into company culture and procedures.
- Created complete records for new hires.
- Managed employee records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with data protection regulations.
- Managed accurate and accessible employee data records.
- Handled employee enquiries regarding HR policies, benefits, and procedures, providing timely responses.
- Handled enquiries about HR policies, regulations and procedures.
- Updated and maintained personnel records covering performance evaluations, salaries and training.
- Documented changes in employee work status, including promotions and earnings adjustments, in official records.
- Monitored staff performance appraisals, ensuring they are completed and filed appropriately.
- Compiled reports on employee turnover, absence rates, and other HR metrics for management review.
- Compiled personnel data and generated reports for senior HR staff.
- Supported the development and implementation of HR policies, contributing to the creation of a positive work environment.
- Participated in disciplinary and grievance procedures, maintaining impartiality and confidentiality.
- Facilitated communication between management and staff, aiding in the resolution of workplace issues.
- Documented interviews and candidate correspondence.
- Administered payroll operations, including adjustments, holiday pay, and resolving discrepancies.
- Coordinated employee wellness initiatives, promoting a healthy and productive workplace.
- Organised staff training sessions, booking venues and coordinating schedules to meet developmental needs.
- Liaised with external recruitment agencies to fill vacancies efficiently and effectively.
- Reviewed and updated employee handbooks, ensuring all information is current and compliant with legislation.
- Arranged meetings and appointments using a calendar management system.
- Demonstrated up-to-date knowledge of current employment market and trends.
- Managed exit interviews, gathering feedback to improve retention strategies and workplace practices.
- Organised company events, such as team-building exercises and annual parties, boosting morale and engagement.
- Supported managers with ad-hoc administration and queries.
- Supported the HR Manager in strategic planning, contributing to long-term goals and objectives.
- Liaised with external recruitment agencies to fill vacancies efficiently and effectively.
- Narrowed candidate selection following company recruitment policies.
- Demonstrated up-to-date knowledge of current employment market and trends.
Homeroom Teacher
Step School
Lahore, Pakistan
09.2023 - 02.2025
- Managed classroom administration tasks, including attendance records, grading, and preparing report cards.
- Organised materials and spaces to support student learning and engagement for optimum learning.
- Counselled students working through educational, personal and behavioural problems.
- Designed and administered formative and summative assessments to evaluate student learning and inform instructional decisions.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development, sharing best practices and resources.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Developed and implemented innovative lesson plans that accommodated multiple intelligences and learning styles, enhancing pupil engagement.
- Utilised a variety of teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs, maximising pupil engagement.
- Created lesson plans in accordance with national curriculum and school-wide curriculum standards.
- Implemented strategies for differentiated instruction to cater to students with special educational needs and language barriers.
- Facilitated a positive learning environment by applying classroom management techniques effectively, fostering student respect and cooperation.
- Fostered critical thinking and problem-solving skills through inquiry-based learning activities and discussions.
- Attended PTA events to establish rapport with parents and teachers.
- Coordinated with other teachers and staff to organise school-wide events and activities, enhancing the educational experience.
- Utilised assessment tools to regularly measure educational progress, providing feedback to students and parents for continuous improvement.
- Observed developments in teaching methods and technologies to innovate current practices.
- Fostered a supportive and inclusive classroom environment, promoting respect and positive behaviour among pupils.
- Monitored and recorded student attendance, punctuality, and behaviour, addressing issues in accordance with school policies.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay current with educational trends and improve teaching practices.
- Designed and implemented classroom displays that showcased pupil work and supported learning themes.
- Mentored and counselled students with adjustment and academic problems maximise potential and improve grades.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher meetings, providing updates on pupil progress and addressing concerns collaboratively.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans across all core subjects, meeting national curriculum standards.
- Maintained trusting student relationships by providing both educational and emotional support to students.
- Assigned homework and quizzes to gauge performance of students.
- Provided constructive feedback on student work, guiding improvements and recognising achievements to boost confidence.
- Set and communicated ground rules for classroom to encourage respect and personal responsibility.
- Led extracurricular activities, clubs, and societies, encouraging student participation and developing talents beyond the curriculum.
Homeroom Teacher
Dar e Arqam School
LAHORE, Pakistan
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Managed classroom administration tasks, including attendance records, grading, and preparing report cards.
- Organised materials and spaces to support student learning and engagement for optimum learning.
- Counselled students working through educational, personal and behavioural problems.
- Designed and administered formative and summative assessments to evaluate student learning and inform instructional decisions.
- Coordinated with colleagues to plan and execute interdisciplinary projects, enriching the curriculum with diverse perspectives.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development, sharing best practices and resources.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Developed and implemented innovative lesson plans that accommodated multiple intelligences and learning styles, enhancing pupil engagement.
- Utilised a variety of teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs, maximising pupil engagement.
- Created lesson plans in accordance with national curriculum and school-wide curriculum standards.
- Implemented strategies for differentiated instruction to cater to students with special educational needs and language barriers.
- Attended PTA events to establish rapport with parents and teachers.
- Fostered critical thinking and problem-solving skills through inquiry-based learning activities and discussions.
- Coordinated with other teachers and staff to organise school-wide events and activities, enhancing the educational experience.
- Organised field trips and educational visits that complemented classroom learning, providing real-world connections.
- Utilised assessment tools to regularly measure educational progress, providing feedback to students and parents for continuous improvement.
- Facilitated group projects to encourage teamwork, communication skills, and problem-solving abilities among pupils.
- Engaged in continuous professional development to stay current with educational research and pedagogical strategies.
- Addressed behavioural and academic issues promptly, working with pupils and parents to develop effective solutions.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs, interests, and abilities, promoting inclusive education.
- Observed developments in teaching methods and technologies to innovate current practices.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay current with educational trends and improve teaching practices.
- Fostered a supportive and inclusive classroom environment, promoting respect and positive behaviour among pupils.
- Designed and implemented classroom displays that showcased pupil work and supported learning themes.
- Provided extra support to pupils with special educational needs, adapting teaching methods to suit individual requirements.
- Monitored and recorded student attendance, punctuality, and behaviour, addressing issues in accordance with school policies.
- Prepared unit and lesson plans for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines and common core standards.
- Employed mix of advice, criticism and encouragement to help students learn and grow.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher meetings, providing updates on pupil progress and addressing concerns collaboratively.
- Observed and assessed student performance to identify areas requiring improvement.
- Mentored and counselled students with adjustment and academic problems maximise potential and improve grades.
- Utilised educational technology to create interactive and dynamic lessons, engaging pupils in the learning process.
- Encouraged students to persevere with difficult tasks to prepare for later learning.
- Directed students in completing assignments and projects related to subject material.
- Provided positive feedback to instill confidence in students.
- Monitored progress through classwork, coursework and project marking to provide extra support for struggling students.
- Promoted a culture of reading and literacy through the organisation of book fairs and reading challenges.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians during parent-teacher meetings to discuss student progress and address concerns.
- Used effective teaching methods to assist with student development, including collaborative learning, positive reinforcement, modelling and explicit instruction.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans across all core subjects, meeting national curriculum standards.
- Maintained trusting student relationships by providing both educational and emotional support to students.
- Individualised instruction and tutoring to match student knowledge and skills.
- Advocated for the well-being of students, intervening in cases of bullying or emotional distress, and referring to appropriate support services.
- Monitored pupil progress through continuous assessment, using results to tailor future teaching strategies.
- Set and communicated ground rules for classroom to encourage respect and personal responsibility.
- Monitored and quickly implemented required curriculum changes.
- Earned positive feedback from parents regarding classroom instruction and student learning success.
- Managed classroom resources efficiently, ensuring materials were available and accessible for all lessons.
Education
Master of Science - MS Botany
Lahore College for Women University
Lahore, PB01-2019
Bachelor of Science - BS Botany
Lahore College for Women University
Lahore, PB01-2017
GCSEs - Science
Punjab College of Science
Lahore, PB01-2013
Skills
- Recruitment
- Talent acquisition
- Recruitment management
- Recruitment tactics
- Onboarding management
- Employee onboarding
- Performance management
- Employee training
- Policy development
- HR data management
- Payroll administration
- HR analytics
- Employee relations
- Recruitment
Languages
English
Intermediate
B1
Urdu
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Human Resources Associate
Accountree
04.2026 - Current
HR Assistant
Moneywize Accountants and Tax Advisors
06.2025 - 04.2026
Homeroom Teacher
Step School
09.2023 - 02.2025
Homeroom Teacher
Dar e Arqam School
08.2019 - 05.2020
Master of Science - MS Botany
Lahore College for Women University
Bachelor of Science - BS Botany
Lahore College for Women University
GCSEs - Science
Punjab College of Science