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REGI VARGHESE

MUSCAT,OMAN

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented HR Manager with over 25 years of comprehensive experience in human resources management. Proven expertise in recruitment, employee relations, performance management, and policy development. Skilled in fostering a positive workplace culture and enhancing employee engagement through innovative HR initiatives.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Consultant - HR & Operations

MW
Muscat, Sultanate Of Oman
03.2023 - Current

Worked with the client's requirement on the following.

Strategic HR Planning.

Talent Acquisition.

Employee Relations.

Policy Development.

Training and Development.

Compensation and benefits.

Compliance and Reporting.



Chief people officer

Makkah Hyper Market
Muscat, Sultanate Of Oman
01.2021 - 02.2023
  • Developed company culture by implementing employee engagement activities.
  • Coordinated HR strategies for improved team performance.
  • Enhanced retention rates with comprehensive talent management initiatives.
  • Implemented diversity and inclusion programmes to foster a more diverse workforce.
  • Streamlined recruitment processes for faster talent acquisition.
  • Led restructuring efforts, resulting in more efficient operations.
  • Improved staff morale by organising regular team-building activities.
  • Established effective communication channels to enhance inter-departmental collaboration.
  • Delivered leadership development programmes, enhancing overall organisation performance.
  • Facilitated open dialogue sessions between employees and management, leading to increased transparency within the organisation.
  • Managed grievance procedures ensuring smooth conflict resolution processes were in place at all times.
  • Addressed employee conflicts, following corporate procedures for timely resolution.
  • Performed exit interviews, gaining useful insights to improve employee retention rates.
  • Reviewed and renewed company policies, ensuring strict legal compliance across all business activities.
  • Led annual salary reviews, talent reviews, succession planning and performance management.
  • Recruited, hired and trained new employees to optimise profitability.
  • Improved business HR policies by guiding and collaborating with managers.

Head - Human Resources

Salmancorporation
Muscat, Sultanate of Oman
09.2008 - 12.2020
  • Streamlined HR operations for effective organisational performance.
  • Delivered training programmes, bolstering team skills and productivity.
  • Headed up restructuring efforts to improve departmental efficiency.
  • Developed compensation packages that attracted top talent to the organisation.
  • Led team of HR professionals, promoting an atmosphere of collaboration and respect.
  • Optimised recruitment procedures for improved quality of hires.
  • Coordinated internal communication strategies, enhancing transparency across all departments.
  • Developed performance management systems which fostered consistent improvement amongst employees.
  • Managed onboarding, induction for the new recruits.
  • All general administrative activities, such as staff visa renewals, clearances, staff accommodation, and staff transportation.

Sr. Executive - Human Resources

Indusl Fila Limited
Bangalore, India
11.2006 - 08.2008
  • Collaborate with hiring managers to understand staffing needs.
  • Manage the recruitment process from job posting to candidate selection.
  • Conduct interviews, and coordinate onboarding for new hires.
  • Serve as a point of contact for employee enquiries and concerns.
  • Assist in resolving workplace conflicts, and promote a positive work environment.
  • Help implement and maintain performance appraisal systems.
  • Provide guidance to managers on performance-related issues.
  • Ensure adherence to labour laws and company policies.
  • Assist in the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
  • Maintain employee records and HR documentation.
  • Manage HR databases and prepare reports on HR metrics.
  • Assist with payroll processing and benefits administration.
  • Support HR projects and initiatives as needed.

Executive - HR

Big Bags International Private Limited
Bangalore, India
11.2000 - 11.2006
  • Managed staff recruitment, resulting in high-quality team composition.
  • Oversaw payrolls, ensuring timely and accurate salary disbursement.
  • Led successful labour negotiations to prevent strikes.
  • Implemented new HR policies, enhancing organisational compliance.
  • Ensured legal compliance in all HR practices.
  • Coordinated staff welfare activities for improved morale and productivity.
  • Collaborated with department heads for manpower planning.
  • Supervised exit interviews, gathering valuable feedback for improvement measures.
  • Crafted job descriptions aligned with business objectives.
  • Reviewed and renewed company policies, ensuring strict legal compliance across all business activities.
  • Handled the payroll process.
  • Prepare the Monthly / Quarterly / Annully statutory returns and subni to the relevant authoritites on timely manner.


Business development executive

Sonata Machine Tools
Bangalore, India
11.1996 - 11.2000
  • Developed new business relationships by networking with industry professionals.
  • Identified potential clients for business expansion opportunities.
  • Delivered outstanding customer service, resulting in repeat business collaborations.
  • Conducted extensive market research to identify emerging trends and opportunities.
  • Managed project timelines effectively ensuring completion within defined time frames.
  • Forecasted sales and market trends to improve business strategy.
  • Prepared Salesforce reports to evaluate performance and prioritise outreach.
  • Completed market research to map key segments and expand customer base.

Education

MSc - Applied Psychology

Bharathiyar University
Coimbatore , India

Master Degree in Human Resource Management - Human Resource Managment

Pondicherry University
Bangalore, India
07.2000 - 07.2002

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

Indira Gandhi National Open University
India
07.1996 - 07.1999

Skills

  • HR policies development
  • Talent assessment
  • Dispute mediation
  • Job descriptions creation
  • Compensation structures
  • HR software navigation
  • Employment law compliance
  • Training and Development
  • Performance Management
  • Benefits administration
  • Organisational development
  • Employee Relations
  • Workforce analysis
  • Employee onboarding
  • Payroll coordination
  • Labour relations
  • Workforce management
  • Payroll processing
  • Oral and written communication
  • Recruitment
  • Employment contracts

Languages

English
Advanced
Hindi
Advanced
Tamil
Intermediate
Malayalam
Native
Arabic
Beginner

Affiliations

  • Movies, Reading, Travelling

Date of Birth

18-02-1974

Marital Status

Married - Wife & Two Children

Nationality

Indian

Certification

Certified Trait Assessor - UK

Naukri Certified Recruiter

Certificate in Counseling and Psychology

Certificate in Recruitment and Selection

Certified Performance Appraisal Manager

Certificate in Strategy Execution




References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Consultant - HR & Operations

MW
03.2023 - Current

Chief people officer

Makkah Hyper Market
01.2021 - 02.2023

Head - Human Resources

Salmancorporation
09.2008 - 12.2020

Sr. Executive - Human Resources

Indusl Fila Limited
11.2006 - 08.2008

Executive - HR

Big Bags International Private Limited
11.2000 - 11.2006

Master Degree in Human Resource Management - Human Resource Managment

Pondicherry University
07.2000 - 07.2002

Business development executive

Sonata Machine Tools
11.1996 - 11.2000

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

Indira Gandhi National Open University
07.1996 - 07.1999

MSc - Applied Psychology

Bharathiyar University
REGI VARGHESE