Nisansala Perera
@nisansalaperera
Talent & HR leader driving executive recruitment, performance, engagement, and learning programs.
Sri LankaWhat I'm looking for
I lead company-wide talent management strategy across executive-level and senior leadership roles, aligning performance management and talent acquisition to evolving business priorities and strategic KPIs. I partner directly with the Managing Director and C-suite on transformation communications, change initiatives, and succession planning—while streamlining HR policies, talent frameworks, and performance tools for scalable growth.
From designing structured performance management and development planning to spearheading hybrid engagement calendars and learning & development programs, I build growth-focused, high-performance cultures. I also strengthen employer branding and internal communication channels, and I’ve supported HR operations and compliance—from onboarding and employee relations to workforce restructuring and employee recognition programs.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Vice President - Talent
AIESEC Sri Lanka
Jul 2014 - Jul 2015 (1 year)
Led talent management for an 80+ member local committee, overseeing recruitment, onboarding, performance tracking, and leadership development. Delivered quarterly talent plans and people KPIs through structured recruitment and induction programs, and organized leadership events and weekly operating meetings.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Bedfordshire
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business Administration
2019 - 2020
Completed a Master of Business Administration (MBA) at the University of Bedfordshire (2019–2020).
University of Kelaniya
Bachelor of Business Management (Special), Human Resource Management
2013 - 2017
Completed a Bachelor of Business Management (Special) focusing on Human Resource Management at the University of Kelaniya (2013–2017).
Mental Health Foundation
Diploma in Counselling Psychology, Counselling Psychology
2016 -
Activities and societies: Included practical training (2016).
Completed a Diploma in Counselling Psychology with practical training through the Mental Health Foundation (2016).
ICET Computer Institute
Microsoft Office & Business Applications Course, Microsoft Office & Business Applications
2012 -
Completed a Microsoft Office & Business Applications course at ICET Computer Institute (2012).
The Chartered Institute of Sri Lanka
Certificate in Accounting & Business Studies (Level I), Accounting & Business Studies
Completed Level I coursework in Accounting & Business Studies through The Chartered Institute of Sri Lanka.
USAID & EWIS
Accelerated Skills Acquisition Program, Skills Acquisition
2011 -
Activities and societies: 15-day intensive curriculum (2011).
Completed the Accelerated Skills Acquisition Program as a 15-day intensive curriculum (2011).
The Chartered Institute for IT
E-Type Bronze Award, Information Technology
2011 -
Activities and societies: E-Type Bronze Award winner; Candidate ID: LKET4602.
Received the E-Type Bronze Award from The Chartered Institute for IT (2011).
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Location
Sri LankaAuthorized to work in
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