Fathima Mafa
@fathimamafa
HR professional driving HR operations, compliance, and digital HR transformation.
United Arab EmiratesWhat I'm looking for
I am a Human Resources professional with over seven years of experience managing end-to-end HR operations across multiple regions, including the UAE, KSA, Jordan, Egypt and the US. I focus on recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, payroll and employee relations while ensuring compliance with regional labor laws.
In my current role as Compensation & Rewards Specialist, I lead payroll reconciliation, benefits administration, consultant agreements and strategic HR reporting to support workforce planning. I partner with senior management to align HR operations with business strategy and deliver actionable metrics and dashboards.
I have driven process improvements through HRMS module implementation, automation and digitalization, working in test environments to identify gaps, validate workflows and update systems (including SAP). My background also includes policy implementation, performance management, visa and medical renewals, and manning costing.
I hold an MBA (2024) and a Bachelor in Human Resources Management, and I bring a proactive, compliance-focused approach to building efficient HR processes that enhance employee experience and support organizational objectives.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Compensation & Rewards Specialist
Shory Technology
Jan 2025 - Present (8 months)
Manage regional HR operations and payroll across UAE, KSA, Jordan, Egypt, and the US, ensuring payroll accuracy, benefits administration, and legal compliance while implementing HRMS automation to improve process efficiency.
HR Coordinator
Capital Motion Restaurants Management
Jan 2022 - Jan 2025 (3 years)
Provided temporary HR coordination including recruitment support, visa processing, and employee relations to support restaurant operations and compliance with local requirements.
Senior HR Executive
Sinyar Hospitality & Property Management
Jan 2022 - Jan 2025 (3 years)
Led recruitment, onboarding, payroll and HR analytics, administered health and compensation insurance, managed visas and renewals, and implemented policy updates to support staffing and cost control.
EOHR Coordinator
Emirates Palace - Mandarin Oriental
Jan 2021 - Jan 2022 (1 year)
Coordinated HR activities including onboarding, employee records, and support for HR operations at a luxury hotel, ensuring timely completion of HR administrative tasks and compliance.
HR Administrator
Regency Qatar Group
Managed HR administration tasks including records, benefits coordination, and support for recruitment and onboarding to maintain HR service delivery for the organization.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
SUSolent University
Master of Business Administration, Business Administration
Completed a Master of Business Administration focusing on business and management principles relevant to HR and organizational strategy.
CUChhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University
Bachelor of Human Resources Management, Human Resources Management
Earned a Bachelor of Human Resources Management covering core HR functions, recruitment, and employee relations.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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Location
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