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Certification
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Keerthana Charuvelyil

Keerthana Charuvelyil

Human Resource Specialist
Dubai

Summary

Results-driven and Strategic HR Professional with 10 years of progressive experience across core HR functions including Talent Acquisition, Employee Relations, Performance Management, Compensation & Benefits and Policy Development. Proven ability to partner with leadership to align HR strategies with business goals and foster a high-performance culture. Experienced in managing large employee spans, resolve workforce challenges and driving engagement initiatives. Strong knowledge of UAE labor laws and HR best practices with a track record of streamlining HR processes.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

HR Executive

e& enterprise (Etisalat)
12.2021 - 05.2025
  • Coordinated end-to-end induction and onboarding for all employees, ensuring a smooth transition into the organization.
  • Partnered with Department Heads and Managers to resolve employee relations issues and address grievances promptly.
  • Led the performance appraisal cycle, including KPI setting, evaluation tracking, and performance discussions.
  • Supported Job Evaluation exercise and Organization Design initiative, including Structural Implementation.
  • Assisted in the annual compensation cycle, including salary revisions, promotions, and cost analysis.
  • Regularly reviewed and updated HR policies to ensure compliance with UAE labor laws and best practices.
  • Conducted employee engagement surveys and presented actionable insights to management.
  • Managed internal communications such as newsletters, announcements, and employee engagement updates.
  • Managed offboarding procedures and collaborated with leadership to improve employee retention strategies.
  • Conduct department-wise Training Needs Analysis, and submit training recommendations to management.

HR Officer

Guardian One Technologies DMCC
05.2019 - 12.2021
  • Led manpower planning and recruitment in alignment with business needs, including conducting HR interviews.
  • Supervised the HR team and ensured smooth execution of day-to-day HR operations.
  • Conducted training and orientation for new employees.
  • Worked closely with department heads and the CEO to address employee issues and grievances.
  • Managed end-to-end visa processing, renewals, and employee medical insurance.
  • Administered monthly payroll processing.
  • Organized Employee engagement programs.

HR Executive/HRBP

Fidelity Information Services
08.2016 - 04.2018


  • As a Business Partner, I worked closely with the business and provided realistic, employee-focused advice and support.
  • Participated in performance discussions, including PIPs, and conducted pulse and skip-level meetings.
  • Managed employee relations issues and grievance handling for a span of 500+ employees.
  • Organized key engagements, like annual functions, town halls, and R&R events.
  • Introduced new rewards initiatives, and contributed to HR policy enhancements.

HR Executive

MModal Global Services
05.2015 - 07.2016
  • Managed end-to-end recruitment activities.
  • Conducted background checks and completed onboarding formalities, including induction training.
  • Focused on talent retention to ensure high-quality service delivery.
  • Organized employee engagement initiatives, and processed referral awards and benefits.

Education

MBA - Human Resources

Symbiosis University
01.2015 - 01.2017

BBM - Human Resources Management

Amrita University
01.2012 - 01.2015

Skills

    Employee relations

    HR systems

    Onboarding and orientation

    HR policies and procedures

    Performance appraisal

    Employee engagement

    Benefits administration

    Recruitment and selection

    Compliance

Awards

Awarded ‘Best Performer of the Year - 2017’ for the good work delivered and to be able to work with minimum supervision., Awarded ‘Star of the Quarter Award’ in 2018.

Certification

CIPD Level 5 (In progress)

Timeline

CIPD Level 5 (In progress)

08-2025

HR Executive

e& enterprise (Etisalat)
12.2021 - 05.2025

HR Officer

Guardian One Technologies DMCC
05.2019 - 12.2021

HR Executive/HRBP

Fidelity Information Services
08.2016 - 04.2018

HR Executive

MModal Global Services
05.2015 - 07.2016

MBA - Human Resources

Symbiosis University
01.2015 - 01.2017

BBM - Human Resources Management

Amrita University
01.2012 - 01.2015

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