BENITA JOHN
HR & Admin Professional
Dubai
Summary
HR & Admin Manager with 10+ years of experience managing HR operations for large workforces (2,000+ employees), specializing in employee welfare, engagement, payroll, compliance, camp management, and visa processing. Skilled in SAP, HRIS systems, KPI & OKR implementation, ISO certification, and insurance handling (GLPA, medical, workmen compensation, vehicle & property insurance). Adept at streamlining HR workflows, ensuring legal compliance, and fostering a positive workplace culture. Seeking to leverage expertise in large-scale HR administration, workforce management, and employee relations to contribute to a dynamic organization.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
HR Employee Happiness Officer
House of Shipping Management Consultancy Services
Dubai
08.2024 - Current
- Lead HR operations, workforce management, and compliance for a diverse workforce
- Oversee visa processing for mainland employees, ensuring 100% legal compliance
- Develop and implement employee engagement and recognition programs to boost morale and retention
- Manage payroll processing, leave settlements, and insurance policies (GLPA, medical, workmen compensation)
- Establish training programs to enhance employee skills and compliance with UAE labor laws
- Coordinate interdepartmental HR functions, supporting leadership in strategic decision-making
- Implement awards and rewards programs to recognize employee contributions and foster a positive workplace culture
- Organize employee engagement activities and initiate CSR activities.
HR Professional & Admin Manager
Clarion Shipping Services LLC
Dubai
04.2023 - 08.2024
- Managed HR operations for a workforce of 2,000+ employees, ensuring seamless recruitment, onboarding, and payroll
- Oversaw visa processing for mainland employees, ensuring compliance with UAE immigration laws
- Developed and implemented employee welfare and engagement programs to enhance productivity and retention
- Handled camp management, ensuring proper accommodations and facilities for employees
- Implemented HR compliance frameworks to align with UAE labor laws and company policies
- Managed insurance policies, including GLPA, medical, workmen compensation, vehicle, and property insurance
- Handled grievance resolution and disciplinary actions, ensuring a fair and compliant work environment
- Coordinated interdepartmental HR functions, supporting leadership in strategic decision-making
HR & Admin Manager
Disi LLC
Dubai
01.2019 - 02.2023
- Led HR functions for 1,500+ employees, ensuring workforce efficiency and legal compliance
- Oversaw visa processing for mainland employees, maintaining 100% legal compliance
- Implemented camp operations management, overseeing employee accommodations and welfare programs
- Managed payroll processing (SAP), leave settlements, and medical insurance claims
- Ensured 100% compliance with UAE labor laws, minimizing risks and ensuring ethical HR practices
- Developed and maintained employee incentive programs, boosting engagement and retention
- Managed corporate insurance policies, handling GLPA, workmen compensation, and medical insurance
- Established grievance handling mechanisms, resolving disputes efficiently to maintain workplace harmony
- Reduced operational costs through effective management of staff schedules, resources, and vendor relationships.
- Oversaw the recruitment process, hiring top talent that contributed significantly to company growth and success.
- Spearheaded complex projects from inception through completion while adhering to strict deadlines without compromising quality or integrity.
- Streamlined travel arrangements for executives, optimizing itineraries and reducing travel expenses.
- Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews and administered salaries for staff.
HR Recruiting Officer
Emirates Grand Hotel (EGH Group)
Dubai
09.2017 - 10.2019
- Supported HR operations, employee relations, visa processing, and compliance reporting
- Assisted in recruitment, onboarding, and performance appraisals for hotel employees
- Managed HR documentation and regulatory compliance, ensuring adherence to labor laws
- Oversaw insurance claims and policy management for employees and corporate assets
- Managed approximately 40 incoming calls from applicants and vendors and customers.
HR Coordinator
Farm Fresh LLC (GMG Group)
Dubai
07.2015 - 08.2017
- Facilitated HR functions for a growing workforce, supporting recruitment and employee relations
- Managed employee records, benefits administration, and compliance reporting
- Handled visa processing and insurance claims, ensuring smooth operations
- Assisted with ISO certification audits and HR policy implementation
- Devised hiring and recruitment policies for 200+ employee for the company.
Education
Diploma -
Professional Human Resource Management
United Arab Emirates 08.2015 - 09.2016
Bachelor's - Journalism
Garden City College
Bangalore 01.2010 - 05.2013
Skills
- Payroll Processing (SAP, HRIS Systems)
- Employee Relations & Engagement
- Recruitment & Talent Acquisition
- KPI & OKR Implementation
- ISO Certification & Audits
- Compensation & Benefits
- Onboarding & Training Programs
- Employment Contracts & UAE Labor Laws
- Large Workforce Management (2,000 Employees)
- Employee Welfare & Engagement Initiatives
- Employee Recognition & Rewards Programs
- Camp Management & Employee Accommodations
- Grievance Handling & Conflict Resolution
- Visa Processing (Freezone & Mainland)
- Handling All Types of Insurance (GLPA, Medical, Workmen Compensation, Vehicle & Property Insurance)
- Interdepartmental Coordination & Leadership
- Employee Engagement & Activities Organization
- HR Compliance & UAE Labor Laws
- Administering tasks like collecting quotations from the vendors and finalizing with the quotes based on the best affordable rates
- Strategizing and analyzing
- Employee Experience Specialist
- People management
- Employee Claims processing
- Organizing coaching sessions for the employee
- Performance appraisals
Accomplishments
- Recognized as the best Radio Jockey in college
- Hosted numerous college events and shows
- Led annual company meets and award functions
- Won first place in the drama competition organized by the theatre club
- Successfully selected during campus recruitment by IBM as a Language Trainer and by Macmillan Publishers as a Copy Editor
Timeline
HR Employee Happiness Officer
House of Shipping Management Consultancy Services
08.2024 - Current
HR Professional & Admin Manager
Clarion Shipping Services LLC
04.2023 - 08.2024
HR & Admin Manager
Disi LLC
01.2019 - 02.2023
HR Recruiting Officer
Emirates Grand Hotel (EGH Group)
09.2017 - 10.2019
Diploma -
Professional Human Resource Management
08.2015 - 09.2016
HR Coordinator
Farm Fresh LLC (GMG Group)
07.2015 - 08.2017
Bachelor's - Journalism
Garden City College
01.2010 - 05.2013
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