Hamza Shaikh
@hamzashaikh
Experienced Human Resource Director driving organizational success through HR leadership.
What I'm looking for
I am an accomplished Human Resource Director with extensive experience in HR management, payroll processing, and talent acquisition. My career has been dedicated to enabling organizations to achieve their full business potential through comprehensive HR leadership. I have a proven track record of planning and implementing effective HR strategies that align with corporate goals, resulting in increased productivity and employee engagement.
Throughout my career, I have successfully driven talent acquisition and employee engagement initiatives, leading to significant improvements in workforce productivity and retention. My expertise in compliance, benefits administration, and leadership coaching has allowed me to foster a positive workplace culture. I am passionate about people and innovation, and I continuously seek to implement policies and procedures that enhance employee satisfaction and mitigate risks.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Director of Human Resources
Cadence Cloud Consulting
Jun 2022 - Present (2 years 11 months)
Drive talent acquisition, employee engagement, and organizational development to foster a positive workplace culture. Expertise in compliance, benefits administration, and leadership coaching, aligning HR initiatives with business goals to enhance productivity and retention. Spearheaded HR strategies leading to a 20% increase in workforce productivity and reduced employee grievances by 30%.
Director of Human Resources
Cadence Cloud Consulting
Jun 2022 - Present (2 years 11 months)
Driving talent acquisition, employee engagement, and organizational development to foster a positive workplace culture. Implemented HR strategies that increased workforce productivity by 20% and reduced employee grievances by 30%. Led HRIS implementation and developed competitive compensation structures, boosting employee satisfaction scores by 40%.
Director of Human Resources
Beta Academy
Jan 2020 - Jun 2022 (2 years 5 months)
Developed and executed HR policies and performance management practices during high growth. Led recruitment processes and implemented a comprehensive payroll and HRIS system. Enhanced employee benefits and ensured compliance with all relevant laws.
Director of Human Resources
Beta Academy
Jan 2020 - Jun 2022 (2 years 5 months)
Built and maintained a friendly culture during high growth by developing and executing positive HR policies and performance management practices. Led recruitment processes and implemented a comprehensive payroll and HRIS system. Enhanced benefit offerings and ensured compliance with all relevant laws.
Director of Human Resource & Finance
Penguin Services Group
Nov 2017 - Jan 2020 (2 years 2 months)
Directed accounting functions and led recruitment strategies to identify ideal candidates. Implemented Workday as the new HRIS system and optimized HR processes, improving candidate experience and aligning with corporate mission.
Corporate Event Chef
Main Event Caterers
Jan 2012 - Dec 2013 (1 year 11 months)
Designed procedures for event logistics and maintained quality standards. Organized events and trained staff, generating significant revenue through successful event planning and execution.
Director of Human Resource & Finance
Penguin Services Group
Nov 2017 - Jan 2020 (2 years 2 months)
Directed all accounting functions and led HR processes, optimizing recruitment strategies and implementing Workday as the new HRIS system. Improved candidate experience and maintained financial projections while promoting cost-effective systems.
Director of Staffing
Main Event Caterers
Jan 2014 - Nov 2017 (3 years 10 months)
Managed staffing operations to achieve high client satisfaction. Developed HR policies and ensured talent acquisition with an 80% retention rate. Oversaw payroll distribution and managed a P&L of $3.5M, increasing profitability significantly.
Director of Staffing
Main Event Caterers
Jan 2014 - Nov 2017 (3 years 10 months)
Assigned operations to staff based on skill sets to achieve high client satisfaction. Developed HR policies and maintained an 80% retention rate while managing a P&L of $3.5M and increasing profitability significantly.
Corporate Event Chef
Main Event Caterers
Jan 2012 - Dec 2013 (1 year 11 months)
Designed procedures for event logistics and maintained quality standards. Successfully generated significant revenue through effective planning and organization of events, while training staff for smooth operations.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Bachelor of Science, Hospitality and Tourism
1998 - 2002
Bachelor of Science in Hospitality and Tourism, focusing on the principles of hospitality management, tourism development, and customer service excellence.
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