Aysha Abdullah
@ayshaabdullah
HR Operations leader specialising in Workday automation and HR process optimisation.
United KingdomWhat I'm looking for
I am an experienced HR Operations professional focused on optimising HR processes, employee data management, and back-office functions to drive operational efficiency and improved employee experience. I have a proven track record implementing and configuring Workday, automating routine HR tasks, and developing reporting dashboards that provide leadership with actionable workforce insights.
I have led HR operations across multiple sectors and global environments, delivering process mapping, GDPR compliance, onboarding improvements, and successful HR transformation projects. I am committed to collaborating with stakeholders to standardise workflows, meet SLAs, and continuously improve HR delivery to support organisational objectives.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
HR Operations Lead
Howdens
Nov 2024 - Present (1 year 2 months)
Streamlined HR operations including payroll, benefits administration and HRIS management; implemented process improvements and Workday automation to reduce errors and improve operational effectiveness since November 2024.
People Operations Partner
Ogilvy
Jul 2023 - Apr 2024 (9 months)
Optimised HR operations, developed HR policies, and automated Workday tasks to improve data accuracy and compliance; delivered HR analytics and led HR projects from July 2023 to April 2024.
HR Shared Services
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group
Mar 2022 - Mar 2023 (1 year)
Implemented Workday and ServiceNow automation to streamline onboarding and employee data administration, improving workflow accuracy and operational efficiency from March 2022 to March 2023.
HR Operations (Interim)
London Stock Exchange Group
Mar 2021 - Mar 2022 (1 year)
Led global HR operations and harmonised process standards, supported acquisition integration and delivered HR analytics to senior leadership between March 2021 and March 2022.
HR Operations Manager
Lebara
Mar 2020 - Nov 2020 (8 months)
Managed recruitment administration, HRIS systems, benefits and employee lifecycle processes; delivered HR training and analytics to improve operational KPIs from March 2020 to November 2020.
HR Operations Specialist
Breakthrough Media
Jun 2015 - Feb 2020 (4 years 8 months)
Oversaw employee relations, compensation and benefits, diversity initiatives and full employee lifecycle administration while improving HR processes and reporting from June 2015 to February 2020.
HR Officer
Admiral Recruitment
Jan 2015 - Jun 2015 (5 months)
Supported HR administration and employee lifecycle processes, assisted in process improvements and reporting during January 2015 to June 2015.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
CDChartered Institute of Personnel and Development
CIPD Level 7 Certificate in Human Resource Practice, Human Resource Practice
Currently completing the CIPD Level 7 Certificate in Human Resource Practice to deepen strategic HR knowledge and professional practice.
Mulberry School for Girls
A-levels, Biology, Chemistry, Psychology
Grade: Biology (A), Chemistry (A), Psychology (B)
Completed A-levels in Biology (A), Chemistry (A), and Psychology (B).
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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