Open to opportunities

Jaker S Abdulla

@jakersabdulla

Executive HR leader and CHRBP/SHRM-CP—driving AI-enabled HR transformation, OD, and compliant people operations at scale.

Bangladesh

Message

What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a global HR leadership role where I can modernize people operations with data and AI, build scalable HR operating models, and drive lasting OD and compliance outcomes across complex, multi-country organizations.

I’m an accomplished, globally certified Human Resources executive with 15+ years of progressive leadership across retail, FMCG, pharmaceuticals, and logistics. I currently serve as Chief Executive Officer of Headway Global, where I lead strategy, HR advisory, and the development of an AI-driven HR technology platform that modernizes people operations through data, automation, and AI.

I’m a proven Organizational Development and change-management leader who builds HR functions from the ground up—architecting HR strategy, policy, governance, and integrated HRIS ecosystems aligned to business objectives at scale. I’m recognized for translating complex labour-law and compliance requirements into pragmatic, business-ready frameworks, pairing strategic vision with hands-on delivery.

Some of my standout work includes authoring the Employee Service Rule for Aristopharma Ltd., leading OD system implementation at Miniso Bangladesh and Sajeeb Logistics, and initiating an ERP-integrated HRIS with automated KPI processes at Miniso. I also designed and deployed a customized L&D management system across the training-record and evaluation lifecycle, and as an executive sponsor I own the product vision, roadmap, and go-to-market strategy for an AI-Powered HR Agent in development.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Chief Executive Officer

Current

Headway Global

Feb 2025 - Present (1 year 4 months)

Set the overall vision, strategy, and operating model for a people-and-technology advisory firm, leading HR advisory delivery and business development. Sponsored the development of an AI-driven HR platform to modernize clients’ people operations through data, automation, and AI.

HR strategy HR Advisory HR Technology AI Transformation People Analytics Product Roadmapping Go To Market Strategy Labor Law Compliance Organizational Development

Senior Manager, Country HR

Miniso Bangladesh Ltd.

Jan 2023 - Sep 2024 (1 year 8 months)

Led country HR operations for Miniso Bangladesh, driving the end-to-end HR agenda for 500+ employees across 30 outlets. Managed talent acquisition, retention, and a KPI-driven performance framework, while deploying HR architecture (policies, SOPs, and governance) and an ERP-integrated HRIS with automated KPI processing.

HR Operations Talent Acquisition ERP Integration HR Architecture Learning Development Workforce Planning Employee Retention

Manager, Country HR Operations

Miniso Bangladesh Ltd.

Jun 2019 - Dec 2022 (3 years 6 months)

Planned, developed, executed, and monitored nationwide strategic HR plans aligned to commercial objectives. Owned the OD and HR transformation roadmap, including HR policies/SOPs and talent and performance management across 30 outlets for 500+ employees.

HR Policies Learning Development HR Governance Employee Lifecycle Management KPI Driven Talent Management

Deputy Manager, HR Operations

Sajeeb Logistics Ltd.

Dec 2017 - Apr 2019 (1 year 4 months)

Managed HR and compliance responsibilities for Sajeeb Logistics Ltd., leading recruitment for sales and operational roles using competency frameworks aligned to the annual manpower plan. Developed HR operating processes, authored ISO-standard policies/SOPs, and created learning strategies for executives, managers, and outlet staff.

HR Operations HR process design Learning Development Leadership Development Talent Management Labor Compliance

HR Operations Lead

Rahimafrooz Superstores Ltd.

Jun 2015 - Nov 2017 (2 years 5 months)

Served as lead for end-to-end recruitment, including job analysis, interviewing, selection, onboarding, and induction, using SAP for recruitment workflows. Owned quarterly and annual L&D planning and budgets, led training design and mentoring, and administered KRA-based performance management with grievance handling per Bangladesh labour law.

End To End Recruitment (SAP)Job Analysis Onboarding Learning Development Performance Management Grievances HR & Administration

Senior Officer, Human Resources

Aristopharma Ltd.

Jul 2013 - May 2015 (1 year 10 months)

Handled employee lifecycle administration for 540 corporate employees (out of 5,000 total), including appointments, confirmations, increments, promotions, transfers, and terminations. Managed employee relations activities such as leave/attendance, disciplinary actions, exit interviews, and grievance handling alongside performance and talent management.

Employee Lifecycle Management Employee Relations Disciplinary Actions Grievances Exit Interviews Performance Management HR & Administration Leave Management

Human Resources Officer

Aristopharma Ltd.

Aug 2010 - Jun 2013 (2 years 10 months)

Led recruitment for executives and officers for the principal office, including walk-in interviews for medical representatives and completion of joining formalities through posting finalization. Administered corporate HR lifecycle (appointments through terminations) for 540 employees and supported employee relations including leave, disciplinary actions, and grievances.

Medical Representative Staffing Employee Lifecycle Management Employee Relations Exit Interviews Disciplinary Talent Management HR Operations