Ranju Gopalan
Abu Dhabi
Summary
The HR professional collaborates closely with department heads to enhance operational efficiency, employee relations, and performance management. This role entails overseeing both blue-collar and white-collar workforces, ensuring compliance with UAE labor laws, fostering a productive work environment, and driving talent acquisition, retention, and development initiatives.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2012
2012
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Assistant HR Manager
ACCESS & COATING GROUP LLC
08.2023 - Current
- Full-Cycle Recruitment: Manage end-to-end recruitment for both blue-collar and white-collar employees across multiple nationalities, including Emiratization, Indian, Pakistani, Filipino, Egyptian, Sri Lankan and more.
- Employee Relations & Engagement: Foster a positive work environment through employee engagement initiatives, grievance resolution, team building, and maintaining cordial employee relations. Handling End-to-End Indian Consulate system and Local Visa transfer Recruitment. Experience in HR Operations profile including in handling end-to-end Recruitment, Human Resource Management, Resource Planning, Joining & exit formalities, Training & Development, Employee Engagement Administration, Internal Audit, Vendor Management & Grievance Handling Experience in employee life cycle i.e.
- Onboarding/Exit Formalities: Manage smooth onboarding processes, including visa processing, medical formalities, and final settlements. Oversee exit formalities, including full and final settlements.
- Compensation & Benefits: Handle payroll, compensation, and benefits administration, ensuring competitive salary packages in line with industry standards.
- Training & Development: Coordinate training programs for employee development, upskilling, and professional growth skill gaps and implement learning & development programs.
- Policy Implementation & Compliance: Ensure adherence to UAE labor laws and CICPA compliance. Lead HR audits and drive internal policy implementation to ensure smooth HR operations.
- HR Operations: Manage HR operations, including handling employee records, grievance handling, and supporting employee retention programs.
- Strategic Collaboration: Collaborate with leadership to align HR strategies with business objectives and enhance organizational performance. Provide HR consulting to management on human resource-related issues.
- Staffing & Recruitment Metrics: Develop recruitment initiatives, track staffing metrics, and provide weekly and monthly staffing reports. Optimize recruitment processes using ATS tools.
- Vendor & Stakeholder Management: Manage vendor relationships and coordinate with stakeholders to improve recruitment and HR operations.
- Employee Wellness & Benefits: Implement employee wellness initiatives, monitor insurance claims, and manage workers' compensation for injured employees.
- Employee Engagement Surveys: Conduct surveys, analyze results, and implement changes based on employee feedback to drive engagement and retention.
- Recruitment Volume: Handle high-level recruitment volumes (more than 1000 employees), including seasonal staffing, contractual, and permanent hiring across diverse functions.
- Government Relations: Manage relations with government authorities for visa, work permits, and residency-related matters, ensuring compliance with local regulations. This is critical in sectors with a high presence of foreign workers.
- Cost Optimization & Budgeting: Involved in HR budgeting and cost optimization, such as reducing recruitment or payroll expenses, demonstrating resource management skills and strategic financial planning.
- Diversity & Inclusion: Lead initiatives that promote diversity and inclusion within the workplace, ensuring a culturally diverse and inclusive environment for employees.
- Employee Life Cycle Management: Manage the complete employee life cycle, from recruitment and onboarding to development, retention, and exit, ensuring an integrated and smooth process across all stages.
- Succession Planning: Drive succession planning efforts by identifying high-potential employees and creating pathways for internal growth and leadership development.
- HR Technology & Systems: Implement and manage HR technology systems such as HRIS, ATS, and performance management tools to streamline HR processes, increase operational efficiency, and enhance data-driven decision-making.
Dy. Manager HR / ADMINISTRATION
ARABIAN INTERNATIONAL SPECIAL TECHNICAL SERVICE
06.2021 - 07.2023
- Human Resources Management Administrative Oversight Compliance & Legal Affairs Strategic Planning & Execution
- Recruitment & Onboarding: Oversee end-to-end recruitment processes, including job postings, candidate screening, interviews, and onboarding procedures.
- Employee Relations: Act as a liaison between management and employees to address grievances, facilitate conflict resolution, and promote a positive work environment.
- Performance Management: Implement and monitor performance appraisal systems, set performance benchmarks, and provide feedback mechanisms.
- Training & Development: Identify training needs, organize professional development programs, and track employee progress.
- Policy Implementation: Develop, update, and enforce HR policies in compliance with UAE labor laws and company standards.
- Office Management: Supervise daily administrative operations, ensuring efficient office functionality and resource allocation.
- Facility Coordination: Manage office facilities, including maintenance, security, and vendor relationships.
- Document Management: Maintain accurate records of employee data, contracts, and administrative documents, ensuring confidentiality and compliance.
- Travel & Logistics: Coordinate travel arrangements, accommodations, and logistics for staff and management as required.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all HR and administrative practices adhere to UAE labor laws and industry regulations.
- Audit Preparation: Prepare necessary documentation and reports for internal and external audits.
- Risk Management: Identify potential compliance risks and implement mitigation strategies.
- Budget Management: Assist in preparing and managing the HR and administrative budgets, monitoring expenditures, and optimizing costs.
- Process Improvement: Analyze existing HR and administrative processes, recommending and implementing improvements for efficiency.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with departmental heads to align HR and administrative strategies with organizational goals.
HR & ADMIN Coordinator
SPECIAL TECHNICAL SERVICE LLC
03.2014 - 04.2021
- Supported recruitment processes including job postings, CV screening, interview coordination, and onboarding.
- Maintained accurate employee records, processed leaves, and assisted with payroll inputs.
- Managed visa applications, travel coordination, and government liaison through PRO support.
- Handled administrative duties such as office supplies, documentation, and facility coordination.
- Ensured compliance with Oman Labour Law in HR and admin practices.
- Prepared HR reports on attendance, headcount, and employee records for audits and management review.
- Coordinated employee engagement activities and internal communications.
SITE ADMIN ASSISTANT
PETROFAC INTERNATIONAL LLC
08.2010 - 09.2013
- Provided administrative support at site, including document control, filing, and correspondence management.
- Coordinated site logistics such as employee mobilization, timekeeping, and accommodation arrangements.
- Maintained records of manpower, attendance, and leave tracking for site personnel.
- Supported HSE and operations teams with documentation, permits, and reports.
- Handled site-related procurement requests, stationery, and office supply inventory.
- Assisted in onboarding of site staff, issuing ID cards, and maintaining personal files.
Education
MBA -
ICFAI Manipal University
Thrissur, KeralaBCA - Computer Application
Mahatma Gandhi University
Chalakudy, KeralaSkills
- Strategic HR planning
- HRIS management
- Labor law compliance
- Employee engagement
- Labor relations
- Policy implementation
- Human resources operations
- Recruitment and selection
- Recruitment strategies
- Employee onboarding
- Workforce coordination
- Exit interviews
- Payroll coordination
- Legal compliance
- Team building
- Human resource management software HRMS
- Employee engagement strategies
- Grievance handling and redressal
Certification
CHRP-Certified Human Resource Professional, American Institute of Business Management, 2024
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 05/19/86
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: Married
- Visa Status: Employment Visa
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that the above particulars of information & facts stated are true, correct & complete to the best of my knowledge.
Gcc License
2871429, 02/27/25
Timeline
Assistant HR Manager
ACCESS & COATING GROUP LLC
08.2023 - Current
Dy. Manager HR / ADMINISTRATION
ARABIAN INTERNATIONAL SPECIAL TECHNICAL SERVICE
06.2021 - 07.2023
HR & ADMIN Coordinator
SPECIAL TECHNICAL SERVICE LLC
03.2014 - 04.2021
SITE ADMIN ASSISTANT
PETROFAC INTERNATIONAL LLC
08.2010 - 09.2013
BCA - Computer Application
Mahatma Gandhi University
MBA -
ICFAI Manipal University
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