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Joahannah Barquilla

@joahannahbarquilla

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Senior HR leader driving global people strategies, talent management and inclusive culture transformation.

Philippines

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What I'm looking for

I seek a senior HR role driving global people strategies, D&I, HR transformation and talent development in a collaborative, growth-focused organization.

I am a dynamic Senior HR leader with over 20 years of global human resources experience, focused on driving growth through innovative talent management, compensation and benefits, and organizational development. I build and implement programs that improve business operations, retention, and leadership capability.

I have led HR functions across multiple countries and regions, implementing HRMS/HRIS, standardizing global policies, and delivering large-scale change management, succession planning, performance management and diversity & inclusion programs. I combine hands-on operational expertise with strategic advisory to senior leaders and boards.

My career highlights include designing and executing global HR strategies, overseeing multi-country compliance and HR projects, and improving recruitment, onboarding and employee engagement processes. I thrive on tough challenges and translating vision into measurable, value-added outcomes.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Director of People and Culture

Current

Moder Solutions Inc.

Feb 2024 - Present (2 years)

Developed and executed global HR strategies, standardized HR policies and programs across regions, and led organizational development and change initiatives to improve engagement and talent management.

HR strategy HR Policies Change Management Talent Management Compensation Benefits HRIS Employee Relations Succession Planning

Global Human Resource Head

ModCounsel PH Inc

Dec 2022 - Feb 2024 (1 year 2 months)

Led HR function across multiple countries, implemented HRMS, improved HR processes and compliance, and drove talent acquisition, retention, and development initiatives aligned to business objectives.

Policy Development & Compliance Talent Acquisition Performance Management Employee Engagement Total Rewards

Global Human Resource Head

Stonestep AG

May 2018 - Dec 2022 (4 years 7 months)

Oversaw global HR operations including HRMS rollout, payroll and performance systems, compensation redesign, recruitment processes and GDPR-compliant recordkeeping to improve hiring and retention metrics.

HRIS Payroll Management Recruitment GDPR Compliance Talent Development HR Analytics Employer Branding

Regional Human Resources Head

Arcadis-Manila Global Excellence Centre

Jan 2016 - May 2018 (2 years 4 months)

Designed and led regional HR and recruitment programs, implemented change management strategies, and coached HR leaders to align HR initiatives with business strategy and improve service delivery.

Change Management Recruitment Strategy HR Operations Stakeholder Management Organizational Design Coaching HR systems

Senior HR People Services

QBE Shared Services Limited

May 2014 - Aug 2015 (1 year 3 months)

Led transition from PeopleSoft to Workday, improved HR data integrity and reporting, and provided SME support for HR transactions and Centers of Excellence across NA and EMEA.

Workday Peoplesoft Reporting SLA Management Process Improvement

Senior Human Resources Business Partner

United Health Group Global Services Inc.

Feb 2013 - May 2014 (1 year 3 months)

Revamped staffing, compensation, and payroll processes, oversaw HR Service Center operations, and developed reporting and metrics to support payroll and HR service delivery across the enterprise.

HRBP Payroll Operations Compensation Benefits Payroll Reporting Process Improvement Vendor Management Case Management HR systems

Global Human Resources Executive

Successfactors SAP Philippines

Aug 2011 - Feb 2013 (1 year 6 months)

Provided end-to-end HR support covering compensation, talent acquisition, training, employee relations and organizational development for global HR operations.

Talent Acquisition Compensation Learning Development Employee Relations Organizational Development HR & Administration Global HR

Senior Human Business Partner

Vision-X Incorporated

May 2008 - Dec 2010 (2 years 7 months)

Implemented end-to-end HR programs, redesigned HR solutions, and coached managers to improve performance and project delivery through data-driven HR interventions.

Performance Management Coaching HR Analytics Recruitment Employee Relations Project Management

Senior Customer Service Officer

Development Bank of Singapore

Oct 2006 - Jan 2007 (3 months)

Collected and analyzed customer feedback to identify trends and recommended improvements to operations and service delivery to management.

Customer Feedback Analysis Reporting Process Improvement

Senior Human Resource Generalist

EPLDT Ventus – Parlance System Inc.

May 2003 - Oct 2006 (3 years 5 months)

Managed full-cycle HR functions including recruitment, performance reviews, employee relations and employee satisfaction programs to improve retention and HR compliance.

Employee Relations Performance Management Onboarding Exit Interviews HR & Administration