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VISHNU K KUMAR

Kochi,KL

Summary

Dynamic HR Business Partner & Senior HR & Office Manager with 9 years of proven success managing HR functions across UAE, Egypt, India, and Europe. Expert in talent acquisition, employee relations, HR policy implementation, performance management, and labor law compliance. Skilled in leading workforce planning, change management, employee engagement, and organizational development. Proficient in HRMS platforms (BambooHR, Odoo, SAP SuccessFactors) and driving HR process improvements. Demonstrated ability to support business goals by partnering with leadership, optimizing office operations, and enhancing team productivity. Delivered measurable results including reducing turnover by up to 15% and streamlining recruitment for 300+ roles annually in fast-paced multinational environments.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Human Resources & Office Manager

OceanAir LLC
09.2018 - Current
  • Led end-to-end HR operations, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, and HR compliance across multi-site operations.
  • Developed and implemented HR policies, employee handbooks, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) aligned with local labor laws and global HR best practices.
  • Oversaw office administration, facility management, vendor coordination, and ensured smooth day-to-day operations in a multi-functional workplace.
  • Managed the full employee lifecycle, including workforce planning, talent acquisition, training & development, employee engagement, and exit management.
  • Handled HRIS platforms (e.g., Zendesk, Odoo, HRMS, BambooHR, SAP SuccessFactors, Workday, Asana) for employee records, payroll, attendance, and reporting dashboards.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance (GDPR, EEO, OSHA, ISO standards) in all HR and administrative processes across global locations.
  • Designed and executed performance appraisal systems, KPIs, KRAs and succession planning frameworks to support strategic workforce goals.
  • Acted as a trusted advisor to leadership on organizational development, change management, and workplace culture enhancement initiatives.
  • Supervised cross-functional teams, managed conflict resolution, conducted disciplinary actions, and ensured grievance redressal procedures were timely and effective.
  • Monitored HR analytics and metrics-driven decision-making to improve retention, employee productivity, and cost optimization.
  • Coordinated internal audits, budget control, and procurement processes related to office infrastructure and administration.
  • Managed international mobility, expat HR support, and visa & immigration processes in collaboration with global HR teams.

Human Resources Business Partner

Trans Asia Group
08.2016 - 09.2018
  • Partnered with senior leadership and department heads to align HR strategy with business goals, supporting workforce planning, talent management, and organizational development.
  • Led end to end recruitment processes including sourcing, screening, interviewing, salary negotiation, and onboarding for technical and non-technical roles across multiple geographies (UAE, India, UK, Europe, Egypt).
  • Utilized ATS platforms (e.g., Greenhouse, Workday, Lever, BambooHR) to manage candidate pipelines and improve recruitment cycle time.
  • Conducted talent mapping, market research, and passive candidate engagement using tools like LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, Wuzzuf and Boolean search strategies.
  • Designed and executed employee engagement initiatives, retention strategies, and DEI programs to foster a positive work culture and improve employee satisfaction.
  • Advised managers on performance management, conflict resolution, employee relations, and HR compliance in line with local labor laws and global HR policies.
  • Collaborated with Finance & Operations to forecast headcount, manage compensation benchmarks, and support internal mobility and succession planning.
  • Delivered HR analytics reports (e.g., turnover, time-to-fill, offer acceptance rate) to support data-driven decision-making.
  • Managed onboarding, HRIS updates, training coordination, and exit interviews to ensure seamless employee lifecycle management.
  • Supported policy development, change management initiatives, and organizational restructuring projects as a trusted HR advisor.

Education

MBA - HR, Travel & Tourism

Cochin University of Science & Technology
Kochi
06-2016

BBA - Human Resources Management

University Institute of Technology
Alappuzha, India
06-2014

Skills

  • Strategic Workforce Planning & Talent Acquisition
  • Succession Management
  • Employee Relations and Performance Management
  • HR Compliance and Policy Development
  • Labor Law Adherence and Regulatory Audits
  • Organizational Development and Change Management
  • HRIS Management and Data-Driven HR Analytics
  • Workforce Reporting and process management
  • Office Administration, Executive Support & Vendor Coordination
  • Employee Engagement, Learning & Development, Diversity & Inclusion

Accomplishments

  • Developed HR performance trackers, boosting productivity monitoring by 30%.
  • Led Odoo implementations, streamlining HR processes across multiple countries.
  • Awarded Best Employee 2021-2025 for exceptional leadership in HR operations.
  • Managed recruitment campaigns hiring 300+ employees annually across UAE, Egypt, India, and Europe.
  • Increased employee retention by 15% through engagement initiatives.
  • Reduced office operational costs by 20% via process optimization.

Affiliations

  • Indian Management Association

Certification

  • Google Certified The Fundamentals of Digital Marketing
  • Travel, Tourism, and logistics certified.
  • Travelport certified.


Travel


Extensively traveled across UAE (multiple times), Northern Ireland, England (multiple visits), Sri Lanka, Thailand (twice), Singapore, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, and several regions within India. These travel experiences have strengthened my cross-cultural communication, global perspective, and ability to understand diverse workforce dynamics — key assets in my role as an HR professional working with multinational teams across UAE, Egypt, India, and Europe. My exposure to various work environments and cultures has helped me build inclusive HR practices, support international recruitment, and align HR strategies with multiregional business goals.

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Malayalam
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Tamil
Upper intermediate (B2)
Hindi
Upper intermediate (B2)

Timeline

Senior Human Resources & Office Manager

OceanAir LLC
09.2018 - Current

Human Resources Business Partner

Trans Asia Group
08.2016 - 09.2018

MBA - HR, Travel & Tourism

Cochin University of Science & Technology

BBA - Human Resources Management

University Institute of Technology

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