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Shweta Gambhir

Dubai

Summary

Seasoned human resources professional with substantial experience in developing effective HR strategies and managing comprehensive personnel processes. Skilled in talent acquisition, performance management, employee relations, training and development, and compliance with labor laws, I have a passion for change and change management, believing that transformation starts by actively seeking opportunities for improvement and driving change before issues arise. As a confident communicator, I remain calm, clear-minded, and resilient to challenges under pressure.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Regional HR Director – MEASEA

SGB International FZE
Dubai
01.2014 - 12.2024
  • Manage HR operations across the MEASEA regions, driving the creation and execution of HR strategies, policies, procedures, labor relations, recruitment, compensation, training, employee engagement, and employee relations, while building the overall HR function from the ground up.
  • Collaborated with business leaders to execute the performance management process to assess the team’s performance, staff appraisals, and drive performance reviews by coaching managers, talent development, and succession planning.
  • Spearheaded the implementation of HR information systems (Workday) across the MEASEA region.
  • Launched onboarding processes, mentorship program, and created HR handbooks and manuals.
  • Managed investigations, legal matters, and internal audits with a focus on compliance.
  • Oversaw the internship program and continuously improved HR practices..

Head of Human Resources – WCA

Doka - The Formwork Experts
Dubai
03.2012 - 09.2013
  • Developed the WCA department with only 8 to 10 employees based in the UAE, overseeing operations in India and Turkey, with the HR team on the ground.
  • Implemented corporate HR standards for West and Central Asia (WCA), ensuring alignment from India and Turkey, with the regional office in the UAE.
  • Advised management on policy issues and coordinated with Country HR to align corporate requirements.
  • Consulted on strategic HR issues and led HQ and regional HR projects, including recruitment and employee development.
  • Served as the primary contact for regional employee relations, resolving issues, and interpreting policies.
  • Managed the delivery and administration of all HR transactions.

HR Officer

Supreme Foodservice FZE
Dubai
04.2007 - 02.2012
  • Provide generalist HR support and manage HR functions for operations in remote locations in Afghanistan and Africa.
  • Oversee recruitment for both high-volume campaigns and senior roles, focusing on cost-effectiveness, and innovative solutions.
  • Utilize HAY job evaluation methodology to guide senior management on organizational restructuring.
  • Advise and coach on policies, programs, and employee issues to promote effective communication and change management. Enforce disciplinary procedures in collaboration with the Ethics and Compliance team.
  • Offer advice and training to ensure compliance with HR policies, local employment laws, and health and safety regulations.
  • Conduct competency-based interviews, as well as accounting and Excel tests, for managerial and non-managerial positions.

Recruitment Officer – Temporary Project

Bayt.com
Dubai
03.2007 - 04.2007

Temp Project – Recruitment for and from KSA for Bayt's internal requirements.

Recruitment Officer

Al-Ghanim Industries
Kuwait
09.2005 - 03.2007
  • Collaborate with senior management to develop HR plans and manpower objectives for future business needs, and manage the full recruitment process, including creating job descriptions, screening candidate profiles, and onboarding.
  • Coordinate with divisions on upcoming vacancies, secure authorization forms, and develop recruitment strategies using various channels.
  • Implemented and deployed Sniper Hire ATS for efficient recruitment and selection processes.
  • Conduct aptitude tests, group discussions, and initial interviews for shortlisted candidates.
  • Manage e-job postings on platforms like Monster, CareerMiddleEast, and Naukri.com.
  • Oversee employee onboarding, both overseas and local, and handle administration and joining formalities.

Resource Person – Free Lance

The Hindustan Times
New Delhi
06.2001 - 01.2005
  • Crafted and delivered engaging Art and Craft classes to enrich students' learning experiences.

Assistant Manager Customer Care - Human Resource

Harpreet Ford
New Delhi
05.2000 - 05.2001
  • Facilitated customer service operations and resolved customer concerns at a prominent Ford dealership.

Education

Post Graduate Diploma - Business Administration, Human Resource Development

Symbiosis
Pune, India
01.2004

Bachelors of Arts - English, Economics, Entrepreneurship and Small Business, Hindi

Delhi University
New Delhi, India
01.2001

Skills

  • HR policies and procedures
  • HRIS implementation
  • Training and Development
  • Compliance and Risk Management
  • Strategic Leadership
  • Performance Management & Performance Appraisals
  • Employee engagement and Employee relations
  • Recruitment and Talent Acquisition
  • Compensation design
  • Cross-functional industry experience
  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
  • Labor law compliance
  • Succession planning
  • Onboarding and orientation

Technical Skills

• MS Office Suite (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, and MS Presentation)
• Operating knowledge of ERP packages like ORACLE , SAP
• HRMS – Workday and  Application Tracking System

Training

  • NLP Practitioner Certificate, 10/23
  • ISO 9001:2008 QMS Internal Auditor Training, SGS, 06/10, Dubai, UAE
  • HAY- Hay Job Evaluation Training, Dubai, UAE
  • HR Business Partner Certificate, CIPD
  • Theta Healing Basic DNA, Institute of Theta Healing, USA
  • Diploma in Advertising and Public Relation, 01/00, New Delhi, India

Personal Information

  • Available: Immediate
  • Visa Status: UAE Resident Visa

Timeline

Regional HR Director – MEASEA

SGB International FZE
01.2014 - 12.2024

Head of Human Resources – WCA

Doka - The Formwork Experts
03.2012 - 09.2013

HR Officer

Supreme Foodservice FZE
04.2007 - 02.2012

Recruitment Officer – Temporary Project

Bayt.com
03.2007 - 04.2007

Recruitment Officer

Al-Ghanim Industries
09.2005 - 03.2007

Resource Person – Free Lance

The Hindustan Times
06.2001 - 01.2005

Assistant Manager Customer Care - Human Resource

Harpreet Ford
05.2000 - 05.2001

Post Graduate Diploma - Business Administration, Human Resource Development

Symbiosis

Bachelors of Arts - English, Economics, Entrepreneurship and Small Business, Hindi

Delhi University
Shweta Gambhir