Samar Zehra

Source and screen global candidates for diverse technical and non-technical roles. Conduct candidate outreach and initial qualification through LinkedIn and recruitment platforms.

Manage HR operations and employee relations processes across teams. Coordinate recruitment activities, including candidate sourcing, screening, and interview scheduling.

Directed country-level sales strategy for national and international certification programs in hotel management and culinary arts. Enrolled and onboarded students into accredited hospitality and culinary certification courses.

Conducted outreach activities through LinkedIn to connect with potential authors and prospects. Scheduled and coordinated meetings with prospective clients through LinkedIn networking and outreach.

Identified and approached hotels, guest houses, and accommodation businesses for hospitality textile solutions. Managed B2B relationships with hospitality clients for towels, bed sheets, and textile products.

Assisted in recruitment and interview coordination processes. Maintained employee records, attendance management, and HR documentation.

Achieved sales targets through relationship management and customer engagement. Assisted in recruitment activities, including sourcing, screening, and interview coordination for sales teams.

Master of Public Administration (MPA) in progress, expected completion in 2027.

Basics of Human Resource Management certification from Cambridge International Qualifications.

Generative AI in HR certification from LinkedIn Learning in partnership with SHRM.

Cyber Threat Management certification from Cisco Networking Academy.

Advanced Certification in Strategic HR from Saylor Academy.

Professional Networking for Career Growth certification from HP LIFE.

Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Karachi from 2019 to 2021.