Lakshmi Nagaraju Assoc CIPD

HR Manager

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates8 yrs 11 mos experience

Highly StableAI Enabled

Key Highlights

Over 11 years in Talent Management across diverse sectors.
Expert in driving Emiratization initiatives and HR innovation.
Proven track record in strategic workforce planning.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a strategic HR leader with expertise in Talent Management and Workforce Planning across various sectors.

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Skills

Core Skills

Talent ManagementHr StrategyTalent AcquisitionEmployee EngagementTeam ManagementRecruitmentWorkforce Planning

Other Skills

Artificial Intelligence for BusinessCampus Hire PlanningClient Account ManagementClient RelationshipsCoaching & MentoringComplianceDanceData AnalysisDisciplinary & Grievance ProceduresEmployee AllocationEmployee GrievanceEmployee RelationsEnglishHR ConsultingHR Digital Transformation

About

With over 11 years of dedicated experience in Talent Management across Investment, IT Consulting Services, Healthcare-IT, and the semi-Government sector, I specialize in driving organizational success through strategic HR business partnering and innovative technology recruitment. I am passionate about advancing Emiratization initiatives and employing a consultative approach to address complex talent requirements. I am passionate about collaborating with organizations committed to advancing HR innovation, promoting Emiratization, and driving strategic workforce planning across the MENA region.

Experience

8 yrs 11 mos

Total Experience

2 yrs 5 mos

Average Tenure

1 yr 7 mos

Current Experience

Abu dhabi capital group

3 roles

Human Resources Manager

Promoted

Sep 2025 – Present · 8 mos

Act as a trusted HR Business Partner to senior leadership, driving organizational effectiveness and cultural alignment.
Lead Talent Acquisition and Workforce Planning across ADCG, aligning headcount and capability plans with strategic business goals.
Lead the People & Culture Strategy, shaping target culture, engagement, and Emiratization initiatives.
Support the HR Digital Transformation as the subject matter expert for recruitment processes within the HRIS implementation.
Champion employee experience and engagement, launching Social Committee and cross-company initiatives.

Organizational CultureHR StrategyWorkforce PlanningTalent ManagementHR Digital TransformationEmployee Engagement

Human Resource Business Partner

Oct 2024 – Sep 2025 · 11 mos

Talent Acquisition Manager

Sep 2022 – Oct 2024 · 2 yrs 1 mo

Executed the talent acquisition strategy and transformed recruitment processes at ADCG.
Led multiple Talent Acquisition projects, including innovative internship programs.
Introduced cutting-edge assessment platforms to optimize recruitment efficiency.
Revamped recruitment policies to align with industry best practices, enhancing hiring outcomes.
Drove Group-wide HR initiatives, focusing on employee engagement and development.
Collaborated cross-functionally to implement strategic HR solutions for organizational growth.
Developed and executed comprehensive employee engagement programs.
Advised senior leadership on HR matters, leveraging analytics for data-driven strategies.
Led employer branding and marketing efforts to enhance ADCG's reputation as an employer of choice.

Talent AcquisitionEmployee EngagementRecruitment ProcessesHR Initiatives

Marc ellis

3 roles

Team Delivery Lead

Apr 2021 – Sep 2022 · 1 yr 5 mos

Led a team of 12 recruiters specializing in technology, fostering a customer-centric approach.
Formulated and executed recruitment guidelines, overseeing portfolios for regional and international clients.
Provided mentorship and training to optimize recruitment strategies and enhance client relationships.

Team ManagementRecruitment GuidelinesMentorshipClient RelationshipsRecruitment

Account Delivery Manager

Promoted

Oct 2019 – Apr 2021 · 1 yr 6 mos

Recruitment Consultant

Mar 2019 – Oct 2019 · 7 mos

Specialize in providing local & international, contract and permanent resources across niche roles & sectors within Middle East's IT sector.
Conducting targeted sourcing of candidates through diverse channels to meet specific client requirements.
Headhunting top talent to fulfill critical roles in technology and IT sectors.
Managing client accounts to deliver tailored recruitment solutions and build lasting partnerships.

RecruitmentSourcing CandidatesClient Account Management

Citiustech

Staffing Partner

Nov 2017 – Aug 2018 · 9 mos · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Spearheaded Talent Management initiatives within the Healthcare Industry at CitiusTech, managing all aspects of the employment cycle from recruitment drives to onboarding and offboarding.
Collaborated closely with Training teams to identify and address skill gaps through cross-skilling programs and employee development initiatives.
Implemented effective employee engagement strategies and facilitated performance feedback processing to enhance organizational culture and employee satisfaction.
Ensured compliance and discipline by monitoring attendance, availability for client screenings, and maintaining clear communication channels.
Led Skill Discovery sessions and Talent Pool meetings to support staffing needs, optimizing resource utilization and enhancing employee-organization trust.
Presented critical reports on Resource Utilization, Release Management, and Team Turnover trends to inform strategic decision-making and improve operational efficiency.

Talent ManagementEmployee EngagementPerformance FeedbackCompliance

Atos syntel

Associate Consultant

Sep 2014 – Oct 2017 · 3 yrs 1 mo · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Managed Campus Hire Planning and Training Coordination, ensuring seamless integration of new hires into projects.
Oversaw Bench Management and SOP documentation to streamline operational processes and optimize resource allocation.
Conducted Skill-Project Mapping and end-to-end Employee Allocation to meet project demands and maximize workforce productivity.
Implemented comprehensive Employee Detail Tracking and Demand Transaction processes to maintain accurate staffing levels and support project timelines.
Generated MIS Reports including Headcount, Resource Utilization, and HC Trends to provide insights for strategic workforce planning and decision-making.

Campus Hire PlanningEmployee AllocationResource UtilizationWorkforce Planning

Wirecom(india) pvt. ltd.

Internship Trainee

Jun 2013 – Aug 2013 · 2 mos · Mumbai Metropolitan Region

Developed training modules for Skilled and Unskilled employees for overall development. The internship report contained 29 modules of Soft Skill training material and 30 modules of Technical training (on spring manufacturing)

Training Modules Development