Hima Elizabeth Mathew
Darwin
Summary
Accomplished HR Leader and PhD scholar with over a decade of experience in strategic talent management, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), and research-led HR solutions. I possess a proven track record in leading end-to-end DEI roadmap projects, conducting comprehensive HR policy reviews for alignment, and managing core operations including recruitment and performance appraisals. Holding a Subclass 491 visa with full work rights, I am eager to leverage my analytical expertise to support organizational growth in the Northern Territory and am available to commence employment in Darwin from 10 March 2026.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Divisional Manager – Research & Solutions
Avtar Flexi Careers India Pvt Ltd
2024.01 - 2026.01
- Strategically direct end-to-end Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) roadmap projects, delivering bespoke solutions that transform organizational culture.
- Orchestrate comprehensive HR policy audits for client organizations to ensure 100% alignment with global DEI standards.
- Lead the continuous upgrade and creation of DEI evaluation products, keeping the portfolio ahead of market trends.
- Drive organizational authority by conducting independent research and publishing peer-reviewed articles in management journals.
- Spearhead the development of technical content for e-learning platforms and professional training modules.
Senior Manager – Research & Solutions
Avtar - Flexi Careers India Pvt Ltd
2021.10 - 2023.12
- Managed the full lifecycle of complex DEI and HR research projects for national and international clients, ensuring on-time delivery and high-quality outcomes.
- Developed and deployed sophisticated diagnostic tools and questionnaires for comprehensive HR audits, enabling data-driven organizational assessments.
- Led large-scale workplace culture assessments and "inclusion experience" studies across diverse industries, providing actionable insights for senior leadership.
- Acted as the primary point of contact for corporate clients across India, facilitating seamless communication and aligning project goals with business objectives.
- Applied advanced qualitative and quantitative methodologies to translate complex data from audits into strategic HR recommendations.
HR Associate & Trainer
Dreams IELTS Training Centre
2017.09 - 2021.10
- Facilitated end-to-end recruitment, staff orientation, and soft-skill development programs.
- Managed the offboarding process, including conducting exit interviews to identify areas for organizational improvement.
Senior Executive – HR
Future Value Retail Limited
2010.07 - 2011.10
- Managed timely recruitment and effective implementation of manpower planning for large-scale retail operations.
- Executed payroll processing for the entire store staff using the organization’s Human Resource Management System (HRMS).
- Coordinated annual performance appraisal cycles and successfully resolved employee grievances to maintain high morale.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) - Human Resource Management
Indian Institute of Technology, Madras (IIT Madras)
Master of Human Resource Management (MHRM) -
Mahatma Gandhi University
KeralaBachelor of Arts - Psychology, Journalism & English
Christ College, Bangalore University
Skills
- Strategic HR
- DEI Roadmap Development
- HR Policy Reform
- Change Management
- Organizational Development
- Operational HR
- End-to-End Recruitment
- Payroll Administration (HRMS)
- Performance Management
- Employee Relations
Certification
- Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace, ESSEC Business School, France
- The Science of Well-being, Yale University
Custom Section
PhD (Human Resource Management)
Personal Information
Available: 2026-03-10
Websites, Portfolios and Profiles
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-hima-elizabeth-mathew/
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Divisional Manager – Research & Solutions
Avtar Flexi Careers India Pvt Ltd
2024.01 - 2026.01
Senior Manager – Research & Solutions
Avtar - Flexi Careers India Pvt Ltd
2021.10 - 2023.12
HR Associate & Trainer
Dreams IELTS Training Centre
2017.09 - 2021.10
Senior Executive – HR
Future Value Retail Limited
2010.07 - 2011.10
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) - Human Resource Management
Indian Institute of Technology, Madras (IIT Madras)
Master of Human Resource Management (MHRM) -
Mahatma Gandhi University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Journalism & English
Christ College, Bangalore University