Ukesh Kumar
Karachi
Summary
Dynamic HR Manager with a proven track record at Leolax Ltd, excelling in strategic workforce planning and leadership development. Spearheaded cloud-based HRIS adoption, significantly reducing payroll errors and enhancing employee engagement. Skilled in HR analytics and conflict resolution, driving impactful initiatives that foster growth and retention.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
HR Manager
Leolax Ltd
Karachi
09.2023 - Current
- Spearheaded the adoption of a cloud-based HRIS, automating payroll, attendance, and recruitment processes. Reduced administrative workload by 30% and payroll errors by 95%.
- Launched organization-wide wellness programs, including mental health support and flexible work initiatives. Resulted in a 25% boost in engagement and a drop in turnover from 18% to 10%.
- Designed and executed a leadership development program with structured mentorship, promoting 3 mid-level managers internally and cutting external recruitment costs by 40%.
- Led strategic initiatives aligning people strategies with business growth objectives during post-expansion phase.
Assistant Manager HR
Leolax Ltd
Karachi
09.2020 - 08.2023
- Implemented a data-driven workforce planning model using historical trends and market forecasts, enabling a 30% growth in the tech team and reducing time-to-hire by 25%.
- Revamped the company’s performance appraisal system, introducing competency-based evaluations and KPIs linked to delivery timelines and quality standards. Resulted in a 15% productivity increase and 20% rise in internal promotions.
- Played a key role in enhancing recruitment efficiency and reducing potential client penalties by ensuring timely staffing.
- Supported execution of employee lifecycle processes and collaborated in digitization efforts pre-HRIS migration.
Management Trainee - HR
K-Electric
Karachi
07.2019 - 07.2020
- Led onboarding of ~700 employees during major hiring phases
- Co-managed digitization of HR records and SAP integration
- Implemented RFID card systems across all facilities
HR Intern
Pakistan State Oil (PSO)
Karachi
07.2018 - 08.2018
- Reviewed HR SOPs and recommended structural improvements
- Documented revised SOPs and developed process flowcharts
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Human Resource Management
IoBM
Karachi 08.2015 - 05.2019
Higher Secondary Certificate - Pre-Engineering
Government Degree College
Mithi 08.2010 - 07.2012
Secondary School Certificate - Science
Government High School
Mithi 05.2008 - 04.2010
Skills
- Strategic Workforce Planning
- Performance Management
- HRIS & SAP Implementation
- Leadership Development
- Employee Engagement Strategies
- Talent Acquisition & Retention
- HR Analytics & Reporting
- Conflict Resolution & Coaching
- Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
Accomplishments
- Selected as 1 of 43 trainees from 4,600+ candidates at K-Electric.
- Among top 13 interns from 9,000+ applicants at PSO.
- First Government College student from Tharparkar to gain admission to IBA Karachi.
- Achieved 3rd position in NTS Test (Be Educated Movement, USA - 2009).
References
Available upon request
Attributes
- Optimistic
- Persistent
- Fearless
- Impartial
- Reliable
- Solution-Oriented
Areas Of Interest
- HR Business Partnering
- HR Data Analytics
- Organizational Development
- Talent Acquisition Strategy
Languages
Sindhi
Native language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Urdu
Advanced (C1)
C1
Timeline
HR Manager
Leolax Ltd
09.2023 - Current
Assistant Manager HR
Leolax Ltd
09.2020 - 08.2023
Management Trainee - HR
K-Electric
07.2019 - 07.2020
HR Intern
Pakistan State Oil (PSO)
07.2018 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Business Administration - Human Resource Management
IoBM
08.2015 - 05.2019
Higher Secondary Certificate - Pre-Engineering
Government Degree College
08.2010 - 07.2012
Secondary School Certificate - Science
Government High School
05.2008 - 04.2010
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