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lourize odendaal

lourize odendaal

Dubai

Summary

Accomplished HR Manager with over 15years of experience in crafting and executing innovative HR strategies that drive organizational excellence and elevate employee engagement. Over 4 years real estate experience with effective recruitment strategies. Expertise in talent acquisition, performance optimization, and conflict resolution, with a sharp focus on aligning HR practices with overarching business goals. Known for cultivating a dynamic workplace culture and spearheading transformative initiatives through exceptional leadership and communication skills. Proficient in leveraging HR analytics to guide data-driven decision-making and enhance operational efficiency. Passionate about continuous improvement and staying ahead of industry trends to implement best practices. Poised to make a significant impact by enhancing workforce performance and fostering a thriving organizational environment.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Group HR Manager

Azco Real Estate
09.2024 - Current
  • Streamlined recruitment processes, resulting in more efficient candidate evaluation system by implementing advanced applicant tracking software.
  • Spearhead end-to-end HR strategy for a multi-office real estate group with over 196 employees across 4 branches in UAE.
  • Led workforce planning, talent acquisition, onboarding, and organizational development initiatives aligned with business expansion goals.
  • Developed and implemented KPIs for HR operations including employee retention, offboarding, visa processing, medical insurance, and manpower distribution.
  • Reduced turnover rates through targeted employee engagement strategies and performance development frameworks.
  • Designed and executed employee satisfaction surveys and action plans, improving overall workplace culture and internal communication.
  • Digitized and streamlined HR processes using Connect HR, Bayzat increasing operational efficiency and reporting accuracy.
  • Collaborated with leadership on restructuring, compliance, and policy development during periods of growth and change.
  • Built internal talent pipelines and succession plans for critical leadership and specialist roles

Group HR Manager

ES English, ES English, ES Camp
01.2023 - 09.2024
  • Formulate and implement HR strategies aligned with the school’s mission, enhancing organizational performance and compliance with KHDA and BC standards.
  • Ensure adherence to KHDA, BC regulations, and local labor laws, establishing robust HR policies to mitigate risks.
  • Oversee a comprehensive safer recruitment framework, ensuring thorough background checks and vetting for all staff.
  • Drive innovative recruitment strategies to attract top educators and optimize organizational structure for efficiency.
  • Implement leadership development and succession planning initiatives to build future leaders.
  • Foster a high-performance culture through an effective performance management system, enhancing employee engagement.
  • Manage payroll processes for accuracy and compliance, and design a competitive compensation framework aligned with industry benchmarks.
  • Lead initiatives to promote staff involvement and community, facilitating change management for new HR policies.
  • Utilize data analytics for informed decision-making, presenting strategic reports on workforce metrics and compliance.

Group HR Manager

Land Sterling Properties and Real Estate
10.2016 - 12.2022
  • Developed and implemented talent acquisition strategies to attract and retain top-tier candidates across various roles, with a key focus on Brokers.
  • Led succession planning and career development initiatives, ensuring a robust talent pipeline.
  • Designed and executed a comprehensive onboarding program that enhanced new hire integration and accelerated time-to-productivity.
  • Implemented a performance management system that included regular reviews, goal-setting, and feedback processes to support employee growth and accountability.
  • Conducted skills assessments to identify competencies and gaps within the workforce, aligning training programs with organizational needs.
  • Developed a skills matrix to support career development and succession planning initiatives.
  • Analyzed market salary data to develop competitive compensation packages, ensuring equity and compliance with industry standards.
  • Managed employee benefits programs, including health, wellness, and retirement plans, to enhance overall employee satisfaction.
  • Prepared detailed reports for leadership, using data to inform strategic HR decisions and improve organizational effectiveness.
  • Developed and implemented employee engagement initiatives to enhance morale and retention.
  • Oversaw the design and delivery of training programs aimed at skill enhancement and professional development.

MENA HR Consultant (Freelance)

HSAFE RISK SOLUTION
01.2017 - 07.2022
  • Conducted comprehensive HR audits to identify improvement areas and compliance gaps.
  • Designed and implemented initiatives to enhance organizational culture and employee experience, resulting in increased employee satisfaction scores.
  • Developed recruitment and onboarding processes that reduced time-to-hire by 25% while improving candidate quality.
  • Headed the ESOP programs, enhancing employee ownership and engagement
  • Developed strategies to improve employee satisfaction and retention in multicultural settings.
  • Developed and refined job descriptions to ensure alignment with organizational goals and legal compliance.
  • Created and updated HR policies and procedures to promote best practices and compliance with local labor laws.
  • Designed and implemented training programs tailored to the needs of local employees.
  • Managed multiple HR transformation projects across MENA, focusing on talent management, KPI development, and the OKR framework to drive performance.

Human Resource Manager and Talent Manager

HB Leisure
01.2008 - 12.2016
  • Worked as a sole HR Manager in providing the full spectrum of HR services such as staffing, benefits, compensation, and employee development.
  • Boosted KPIs and continuous improvement strategies to enhance operations and employee performance.
  • Contributed to the development of functional HR strategies in terms of skills mapping, career development and succession planning.
  • Identified and create an efficient talent acquisition strategy to improve recruitment and business performance
  • Contributed to the development of a positive organizational culture through collaborative initiatives and support for team engagement
  • Coordinate job reviews, promote awareness, and understanding and support dynamic evolution of organizational changes and effective posts management
  • Created and amended company policies, suggesting improvements, implementing strategic planning to drive brand and employee experience.

Education

Bachelor of Human Resources - Human Resources and Socialology

University of Pretoia
2003

Skills

  • Culture and Engagement
  • Employee retention strategies
  • ESOP and Compensation Benefits
  • Employee onboarding and offboarding
  • Human Resources strategy
  • UAE, UK and KSA Labour Law
  • Training and Development
  • Recruitment, selection and hiring
  • Employee Value Proposition (EVP)
  • Strategic workforce planning
  • Job descriptions
  • Visas, Medical, Insurance
  • KPI's and OKR's
  • New starter inductions
  • Payroll management
  • Grievance management
  • Policy development
  • Career progression assistance
  • Employee Relations

Certification

  • Safer Recruitment Level 1 & 2 and Safeguarding for Managers
  • Strategic Human Resource Management
  • ISO 45001 QHS Compliance and Implementation

Education

other

Accomplishments

  • Developed and implemented a comprehensive recruitment strategy that reduced time-to-fill positions by 30% while increasing the quality of hires.
  • Launched innovative employee engagement programs that resulted in a 25% increase in employee satisfaction scores and a significant decrease in turnover, fostering a positive workplace culture.
  • Spearheaded initiatives to enhance diversity and inclusion within the organization, achieving a 40% increase in diverse hires and creating a more equitable workplace.
  • Redesigned the performance management system to incorporate continuous feedback and coaching.
  • Streamlined payroll processes by implementing a new payroll system that reduced processing time by 40% and minimized errors.
  • Established a comprehensive training and development framework that increased employee skill sets and career advancement opportunities, leading to a 25% rise in internal promotions and enhanced organizational capabilities.

Timeline

Group HR Manager

Azco Real Estate
09.2024 - Current

Group HR Manager

ES English, ES English, ES Camp
01.2023 - 09.2024

MENA HR Consultant (Freelance)

HSAFE RISK SOLUTION
01.2017 - 07.2022

Group HR Manager

Land Sterling Properties and Real Estate
10.2016 - 12.2022

Human Resource Manager and Talent Manager

HB Leisure
01.2008 - 12.2016

Bachelor of Human Resources - Human Resources and Socialology

University of Pretoia
lourize odendaal