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AQSA ZULFIQAR

Dubai

PROFESSION

HEAD OF HR & OPERATIONS

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Work Type

Full Time

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HybridRemote

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCompany CultureHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionPaid time offPaid sick leave

Summary

Dynamic HR and People Operations professional with over three years of progressive HR experience and more than nine years of comprehensive expertise in the UAE across HR, operations, insurance, and customer service. Proficient in HR business partnering, employee relations, talent acquisition, payroll and benefits management, performance management, policy development, workforce planning, HR analytics, and end-to-end HR operations. Recognized as a trusted partner to senior leadership with hands-on experience supporting cross-border teams in the UAE and Pakistan. Committed to fostering a positive workplace culture while driving organizational success through strategic HR initiatives.

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years of professional experience

Work History

Head of HR & Operations

PayNest Fintech
08.2024 - Current

• Lead a four-member HR and Operations team supporting approximately 70–80 employees across the UAE and Pakistan.
• Partner with senior leadership on workforce planning, employee relations, talent acquisition, performance management, and organizational priorities across two countries.
• Oversee end-to-end HR operations for 70–80 employees, including recruitment, onboarding, payroll coordination, benefits, performance reviews, employee documentation, and offboarding.
• Develop and implement HR policies, procedures, and frameworks aligned with business objectives and employment requirements.
• Manage full-cycle recruitment for senior, technical, and business-critical positions in partnership with hiring managers.
• Resolve complex employee relations matters involving performance concerns, disciplinary actions, restructuring, redundancy, and employee separation.
• Oversee compensation, benefits, payroll coordination, employee engagement, retention, learning and development, and workforce reporting.
• Maintain accurate HRIS and employee records while ensuring compliance with employment regulations in the UAE and Pakistan.

Human Resources Officer

PayNest Fintech
08.2023 - 07.2024

• Managed day-to-day HR operations, including recruitment, onboarding, payroll coordination, and employee relations.
• Supported full-cycle recruitment, including candidate coordination, interviews, offers, and onboarding.
• Coordinated performance management, employee engagement, training, and policy implementation.
• Maintained accurate HRIS records and employee documentation throughout the employee lifecycle.
• Handled employee relations matters, including queries, attendance issues, and performance-related processes.

Operations Executive

MySyara Auto Care
03.2023 - 07.2023
  • Coordinated end-to-end vehicle service operations for approximately 22–25 customers per day, from vehicle pickup and garage drop-off to final delivery.
  • Managed and coordinated a fleet team of 8–12 members, assigning daily movements and ensuring timely pickups and deliveries.
  • Acted as the main point of contact between customers, riders, and garages, providing service updates and resolving operational issues.
  • Handled customer escalations, service delays, payment-related queries, and day-to-day operational concerns to ensure a smooth customer experience.
  • Managed service invoices and supported multiple payment methods, including cash, in-app payments, and payment links.
  • Maintained operational records and coordinated daily activities to support service efficiency and accurate reporting.

Insurance Advisor & Processor

BuyAnyInsurance
05.2020 - 02.2023
  • Advised 50+ customers per month on suitable insurance products and processed policy applications in line with regulatory requirements and internal procedures.
  • Assessed client needs and recommended appropriate insurance products and coverage options.
  • Processed claims and compliance checks while coordinating documentation and customer follow-ups to support timely case completion.
  • Collaborated with underwriters to expedite approvals and resolve client inquiries within expected service timelines.

Customer Support Representative

du Telecommunications
08.2017 - 03.2020
  • Resolved approximately 50+ customer inquiries per day across phone, email, and chat while maintaining timely and accurate communication.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting technical issues, enhancing user experience and satisfaction levels significantly.
  • Maintained service quality by handling escalations and resolving approximately 80% of customer issues within the expected response time.
  • Supported the onboarding and training of new customer support team members

Education

Master's Degree - Human Resource Management & Analytics

UCAM Universidad Católica San Antonio De Murcia
Spain
07-2026

Bachelor's Degree - Business Administration

Jaipur National University
India
12-2019

Skills

  • Employee Relations & Case Management
  • Performance Management
  • Talent Acquisition & Onboarding
  • Workforce Planning & Strategic HR Support
  • HR Policies, Compliance & Governance
  • HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle Management
  • Compensation, Benefits & Payroll Coordination
  • HR Analytics, Reporting & Workforce Insights
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Process Improvement & HR Process Optimization
  • HRIS & ERP: Zoho Odoo BambooHR ZenHR
  • Tools & Platforms: Microsoft Office Suite ATS Google Workspace LinkedIn Sourcing ClickUp

Certification

  • Certified Human Resource Management Professional - CMI UK | 2026
  • Postgraduate Extended Diploma in Business Management - CIQ UK | 2026
  • Diploma in HR Management - Training Qualifications UK | 2024

Languages

English - Professional working proficiency

Work Availability

monday
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Timeline

Head of HR & Operations

PayNest Fintech
08.2024 - Current

Human Resources Officer

PayNest Fintech
08.2023 - 07.2024

Operations Executive

MySyara Auto Care
03.2023 - 07.2023

Insurance Advisor & Processor

BuyAnyInsurance
05.2020 - 02.2023

Customer Support Representative

du Telecommunications
08.2017 - 03.2020

Master's Degree - Human Resource Management & Analytics

UCAM Universidad Católica San Antonio De Murcia

Bachelor's Degree - Business Administration

Jaipur National University
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