Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Hobbies and Interests
Working Rights
References
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Umer Farooq

449 Kaitlers Road Lavington Albury NSW 

Summary

Strategic HR Professional with a strong background in Talent Acquisition, HR Administration, and People & Culture. Proven track record in designing and executing effective recruitment strategies, streamlining HR operations, and supporting organizational growth through employee-centric initiatives. Skilled in team development, performance management, and aligning HR practices with business objectives. Passionate about fostering inclusive, people-first workplace cultures that promote engagement, diversity, and long-term success.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager HR - SEA

Vodworks
06.2021 - Current
  • Company Overview: A software development and IT company based in the UK.
  • Oversee HR operations and talent acquisition across Southeast Asia, focusing on aligning recruitment strategies with business goals and driving key HR initiatives.
  • Lead IT recruitment using job portals, ATS systems, and LinkedIn to attract and engage top talent.
  • Partner with stakeholders to define job requirements and conduct detailed candidate screenings for technical roles.
  • Manage the full talent acquisition lifecycle and coordinate recruitment efforts across the SEA and EU teams, working closely with senior leadership.
  • A software development and IT company based in the UK.

Deputy Manager HR

LACAS School Network
05.2019 - 05.2021
  • Company Overview: An educational institution in Pakistan.
  • Led HR operations and talent management initiatives for the LACAS School Network, focusing on recruitment, policy development, and optimizing HR systems to support the organization's growth.
  • Established the HR department from the ground up, laying the foundation for HR processes and policies.
  • Oversaw the full talent management lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, and employee engagement.
  • Led the successful transition from one ERP system to Time Trax, managing data migration and ensuring seamless integration.
  • An educational institution in Pakistan.

Assistant Manager HR

The City School
11.2016 - 04.2019
  • Company Overview: An educational institution in Pakistan.
  • Managed HR operations and talent management initiatives for The City School, driving recruitment efforts, improving HR processes, and fostering strong employer branding within the education sector.
  • Spearheaded talent management efforts, ensuring timely closures of positions to meet organizational staffing needs.
  • Established and implemented the Smart School HR program, enhancing the efficiency of HR operations and processes.
  • Coordinated job fairs, built university partnerships, and executed employer branding initiatives to attract top talent.
  • An educational institution in Pakistan.

Assistant Manager HR

Combined Fabrics Ltd.
10.2014 - 10.2016
  • Company Overview: A textiles company in Pakistan.
  • Supported HR operations and talent acquisition for Combined Fabrics Ltd., focusing on policy development, recruitment, and maintaining efficient HR systems for a large workforce.
  • Collaborated in developing and implementing HR policies to streamline operations and ensure compliance.
  • Played a key role in talent acquisition, overseeing the recruitment process for diverse roles across the organization.
  • Managed payroll for a headcount of over 5,000 employees, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
  • A textiles company in Pakistan.

Promotions Specialist

Bindawood Group
01.2012 - 09.2014
  • Company Overview: A retail company in Saudi Arabia.
  • Managed product data, promotions, and pricing updates, working closely with various departments to ensure accuracy and efficiency in retail operations.
  • Managed data entry for new and existing products in the database, ensuring accurate and up-to-date product information.
  • Oversaw the weekly and monthly printing of brochures, including pricing updates and the addition of product images.
  • Collaborated with the Head of the Purchase department and Buyers to ensure timely and accurate product promotions.
  • A retail company in Saudi Arabia.

Education

Building High Performance Teams -

Rausing Executive Development Centre - LUMS
Lahore, Pakistan
02.2024

MBA - Human Resources

Institute of Management Sciences
Lahore, Pakistan
04.2009

Skills

  • Talent Acquisition
  • Employer Branding
  • ATS & Recruitment Tools Proficiency
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Interviewing & Assessment Techniques
  • HR policy development
  • Performance management
  • Budget administration
  • Team development
  • Payroll administration

Hobbies and Interests

  • Traveling to explore new cultures and enhance adaptability
  • Running and fitness to maintain a healthy work-life balance

Working Rights

I hold full work rights in Australia, am ready to start immediately, and possess a valid international driver’s license.

References

  • Zulfeqar Ahmed, CEO, Vivid Ads Australia, Melbourne, VIC, zulfe@vividads.com.au
  • Jaffer Kazim, VP AMENA region, Vodworks, Pakistan, jkazim@vodworks.com

Timeline

Manager HR - SEA

Vodworks
06.2021 - Current

Deputy Manager HR

LACAS School Network
05.2019 - 05.2021

Assistant Manager HR

The City School
11.2016 - 04.2019

Assistant Manager HR

Combined Fabrics Ltd.
10.2014 - 10.2016

Promotions Specialist

Bindawood Group
01.2012 - 09.2014

Building High Performance Teams -

Rausing Executive Development Centre - LUMS

MBA - Human Resources

Institute of Management Sciences

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