Nikhil Antony Thomas
Dubai
Summary
Dynamic HR professional with extensive experience at Strive Services Group, excelling in end-to-end recruitment and organizational structure design. Proven track record in enhancing employee engagement through recognition programs and ensuring compliance with UAE labor laws. Adept at building strong relationships and implementing effective HR strategies to drive organizational success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
RECRUITMENT & OPERATIONS SPECIALIST
Strive Services Group / IFA Group – Dubai, UAE
03.2025 - Current
- Managed end-to-end recruitment lifecycle, aligning talent acquisition with business unit needs.
- Sourced candidates through LinkedIn, Naukri, Indeed, and recruitment agencies.
- Coordinated documentation, visa processing, and onboarding activities to facilitate smooth employee integration.
- Maintained recruitment trackers and time-to-hire metrics, enhancing performance evaluation and reporting accuracy.
- Submitted weekly recruitment dashboards to senior management for review.
- Drafted employment contracts in compliance with UAE labor law.
- Ensured compliance with policies and regulatory standards within HR operations.
- Supported internal investigations and resolved employee grievances efficiently.
HR BUSINESS PARTNER (Temporary Assignment)
Strive Services Group / IFA Group
10.2025 - Current
- Designed and updated organizational structures and reporting lines.
- Standardized and revised job descriptions to enhance alignment with business needs.
- Executed quarterly engagement events and annual celebrations to foster employee recognition.
- Led company-wide recognition programs (Star of the Month, Certificate of Excellence).
- Coordinated with Procurement & Finance to streamline reward logistics.
RECRUITMENT OFFICER
Procapita Group (Strive Services Group/IFA Group)
Dubai
11.2021 - 02.2025
- Collaborated with department heads to assess staffing needs and align recruitment strategies with organizational goals.
- Leveraged online platforms, professional networks, and recruitment agencies to identify and attract top talent.
- Utilized advanced X-ray LinkedIn search techniques for precise and targeted sourcing.
- Designed and executed end-to-end interview processes, including initial screening, assessments, and panel interviews.
- Drafted detailed job descriptions and developed competency-based interview questions tailored to each role.
- Managed complete documentation for new hires, including offer letters, employment contracts, and onboarding forms.
- Conducted compensation discussions and finalized offer details to ensure timely onboarding.
- Issued offer letters and coordinated closely with candidates throughout the pre-joining phase.
- Maintained recruitment status trackers to facilitate smooth onboarding and timely deployment of new hires.
- Created and maintained weekly recruitment dashboards to provide senior management with clear visibility into recruitment progress.
- Forecasted quarterly and annual hiring needs based on business projections and department inputs.
- Built and nurtured long-term relationships with candidates to strengthen talent pipeline and enhance employer branding.
- Dubai, UAE
- Maintained and updated comprehensive employee personnel files, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and legal regulations.
TALENT ACQUISITION SPECIALIST
iKcon Restaurant LLC
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Source high-quality candidates through a diverse range of channels including LinkedIn, job portals, and professional networks, utilizing advanced search strategies such as X-ray LinkedIn Search.
- Partner with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and proactively forecast quarterly and annual hiring requirements in line with organizational goals.
- Develop and implement structured selection criteria to ensure quality hires aligned with team dynamics and company objectives.
- Draft impactful job descriptions and design role-specific, competency-based interview questions tailored to both technical and behavioral expectations.
- Organize and manage the full recruitment lifecycle, including initial screening calls, technical assessments, panel interviews, and final candidate evaluations.
- Prepare offer letters and lead a smooth onboarding process, ensuring all compliance and documentation requirements are met.
- Utilized Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to review, manage, and maintain candidate data, streamlining recruitment workflows and improving reporting accuracy.
- Promoted employer branding initiatives to attract top talent and enhance market visibility.
- Planned and led specialized recruitment initiatives, including open days for bulk hiring and representation at job fairs and industry recruitment events, enhancing organizational visibility.
HR EXECUTIVE
Blue Rhine General Trading
Dubai
01.2018 - 11.2020
- Oversaw payroll and benefits administration to ensure accurate employee compensation and compliance.
- Maintained HR documentation and compliance records, supporting regulatory adherence and organizational integrity.
- Issued HR letters (increments, warnings, NOCs, terminations).
- Managed visa renewals and cancellations.
- Led compliant offboarding processes.
- Supported HRMS implementation across GCC branches.
- Facilitated performance reporting and analysis.
- Coordinated appraisal cycles.
- Compiled and presented HR reports for HOD meetings, facilitating informed decision-making.
INTERN
Unfold Consulting
Bangalore
08.2017 - 01.2018
- Provided HR administrative support and reporting to streamline processes.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Generated invoices and management reports to ensure accurate financial tracking.
Education
MBA - HR
Jaipur National University
IndiaBBA - HR
Albedo School of Business Management
IndiaSkills
- End-to-End Recruitment
- Employee relations and grievance handling
- Performance management
- HR Operations & Administration
- UAE Labour Law Compliance
- Visa processing for free zone and LLC
- Payroll processing for WPS and EOSB
- HRMS implementation and support
- HR reporting and dashboard creation
- Organizational Structure Design
- Rewards and recognition programs
- Employer branding strategies
- Medical insurance administration
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 09/23/94
- Nationality: Indian
- Driving License: UAE & India
- Marital Status: Married
References
Will be provided upon request.
Industry Experience
- Hospitality
- Holiday Homes
- Food & Beverages
- Facilities Management
- General Trading
- Management Consulting
- Real Estate
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Malayalam
Native
Native
Tamil
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Accomplishments
Star of the Month – September 2025.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
MS Office | Power BI | Oracle NetSuite | Qlik | Focus HCM | Mename | Outlook
Timeline
HR BUSINESS PARTNER (Temporary Assignment)
Strive Services Group / IFA Group
10.2025 - Current
RECRUITMENT & OPERATIONS SPECIALIST
Strive Services Group / IFA Group – Dubai, UAE
03.2025 - Current
RECRUITMENT OFFICER
Procapita Group (Strive Services Group/IFA Group)
11.2021 - 02.2025
TALENT ACQUISITION SPECIALIST
iKcon Restaurant LLC
01.2021 - 07.2021
HR EXECUTIVE
Blue Rhine General Trading
01.2018 - 11.2020
INTERN
Unfold Consulting
08.2017 - 01.2018
MBA - HR
Jaipur National University
BBA - HR
Albedo School of Business Management