Alina Akhlaq Mughal

Email:-Voice: - Location: Islamabad LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alinamughal/ ALINA MUGHAL HR Professional | Recruitment & Talent Acquisition CAREER PROFILE A result driven HR professional having diversified experience of Information Technology, Engineering, Telecom, Oil & Gas and Fertilizer industries. Responsible for formulating a strong talent and HR management strategy that encompasses recruitment, retention, organizational development, succession, talent management & rewards in sync with the business needs. Having expertise in Technical Recruitment (8+ years) with international regions including Europe, US, UK, Middle East, Scandinavia. Exposure with hiring of all levels (Architect/ Director, Expert/Lead, Senior, Middle, Junior/Intern) on the technology stacks of .NET, Java, MEAN/MERN, QA, Data Engineering, Salesforce, Ruby on Rails, Mobile (iOS, Android, Native), DevOps, PHP etc. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE SECURITI.AI – Islamabad Pakistan Dec ’23 – Present Job Title: Lead Talent Acquisition & HR Specialist | Department: Human Resources • • • • • • • • • • • • Develop and execute comprehensive talent acquisition strategies aligned with the organization's goals and growth plans. Lead end-to-end recruitment processes, including job posting, candidate sourcing, screening, interviewing, and selection, ensuring a high-quality candidate pipeline for various departments and levels. Cultivate and enhance the employer brand through various channels, including social media, industry networking, and collaboration with marketing teams, to attract top-tier talent. Implement talent management programs focusing on retention, development, and succession planning, identifying high-potential employees and nurturing their growth within the organization. Develop and oversee comprehensive onboarding programs to facilitate seamless integration of new hires into the company culture, policies, and procedures. Ensure HR policies and practices comply with local labor laws and industry regulations, periodically reviewing and updating policies as needed. Design and manage performance appraisal systems, providing guidance and support to managers in setting objectives, conducting evaluations, and identifying growth opportunities for employees. Spearhead initiatives to foster a positive work environment, driving engagement activities, events, and programs aimed at enhancing team cohesion and morale. Collaborate with department heads to identify training needs, develop training programs, and coordinate employee development initiatives to improve skills and performance. Champion diversity and inclusion initiatives within the organization, creating strategies to attract and retain diverse talent and cultivate an inclusive workplace culture. Act as a point of contact for addressing employee concerns, conflicts, and grievances, providing guidance, mediation, and resolution to maintain a positive work environment. Collaborate with senior management to forecast staffing needs, offering strategic guidance on workforce planning and organizational development. CODORA PVT. LTD. – Islamabad Pakistan Job Title: People & Culture Manager | Department: Human Resources • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Collaborate with department heads to identify staffing needs. Develop and implement recruitment strategies to attract top talent. Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including job postings, candidate screening, interviews, and onboarding. Develop comprehensive onboarding programs to integrate new hires into the organization. Ensure new employees are familiar with company policies, security protocols, and relevant software/tools. Coordinate technical training and professional development programs. Encourage continuous learning and certification opportunities. Provide feedback, coaching, and support to team members to enhance their performance. Create initiatives to foster a positive work environment and team cohesion. Organize team-building activities, hackathons, or IT-related events. Oversee compensation packages, including salary benchmarking and bonus structures. Administer benefits programs, such as health insurance, Gratuity and Employee Referral program etc. Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards. Mediate and resolve conflicts within the team or between departments. Address performance issues and conduct disciplinary actions when necessary. Collaborate with leadership to forecast future staffing needs and skills requirements. Develop strategies to retain and attract talent in a competitive market. Promote diversity and inclusion initiatives within the organization. Implement strategies to create a diverse and inclusive IT workforce. Act as a point of contact for employees to address concerns, provide guidance, and offer support. Maintain a pulse on employee morale and job satisfaction. Cultivate a culture that encourages innovation, agility, and continuous improvement. Leverage HR technology and analytics to streamline HR processes and make data-driven decisions. Monitor key HR metrics, such as turnover rates and employee satisfaction. Identify high-potential talent and develop succession plans for key roles. CIKLUM PVT. LTD. – Islamabad Pakistan Job Title: Senior Recruitment Consultant | Department: Human Resources • • • • • • • • Aug ’23 – Dec ‘23 Aug ’22 – Present Liaising with hiring managers or clients to understand job requirements and identify the best-fit candidates. Sourcing potential candidates through various channels, such as job boards, social media, referrals, and networking events Reviewing resumes and applications to shortlist qualified candidates. Conducting initial screenings and interviews to assess candidates' technical skills, experience, and suitability for the job. Administering technical assessments and other evaluations to determine candidates' proficiency and suitability. Coordinating with hiring managers or clients to schedule interviews and provide feedback to candidates. Managing and maintaining candidate data and records in an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) of the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tool Staying updated on industry trends, technologies, and best practices to better understand clients' requirements and identify the most relevant candidates. • • • Providing guidance and advice to candidates throughout the hiring process Negotiating salary and benefits packages with candidates and presenting job offers to successful candidates. Attending tech conferences and meetups to network with IT professionals and participate in job fairs for employer branding. CREATIVE CHAOS – Islamabad Pakistan Aug ’21 – July ’22 Job Title: Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist | Department: Human Resources • • • • • • • End-to-end recruitment cycle Communicate with clients to comprehend role requirements to find the best-matched candidates. Draft and publish technical job listings on specialized IT job boards, social media, and other relevant platforms. Find, assess, and curate a list of qualified candidates for various technical positions. Conduct interviews using different techniques (e.g., structured interviews, technical evaluations, and behavioral inquiries) Establish a candidate Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system to ensure a strong pool of qualified applicants - guaranteeing their information remains current. Representing organization in conferences, open houses and job fairs for employer branding. STELLA TECHNOLOGY SMC PVT. LTD. – Islamabad Pakistan Job Title: HR Lead (Manager) | Department: Human Resources • • • • • • • • • • • • Keeping the HR policies and procedures up to date to align with the company's goals and values. Managing the recruitment process, including job postings, resume screening, interviewing, and job offers. Conducting orientation and onboarding sessions for new employees to ensure a smooth integration into the company. Administering and managing employee benefits programs, such as health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off Implemented employee engagement activities and rewards program - employee of the month, employee of the quarter and annual bonus structure. Developing and implementing employee training and development programs to enhance employees' skills and knowledge. Training and development: Identifying training needs and developing training programs to help employees develop their skills and advance in their careers. Conducting employee performance evaluations and managing employee disciplinary actions as needed. Ensuring compliance with labor laws and regulations and maintaining accurate and up-to-date employee records. Developing and maintaining positive relationships with employees, management, and external stakeholders. Managing employee relations issues and resolving conflicts as they arise. Providing guidance and advice to management on HR-related matters. STELLA TECHNOLOGY SMC PVT. LTD. – Islamabad Pakistan Job Title: HR Generalist | Department: Human Resources • • Aug ’20 – July ’21 Jun ’17 – Aug ’20 Developing and implementing HR policies and procedures that align with the company's goals and values. Managing the recruitment process, including job postings, resume screening, interviewing, and job offers. • • • • • • • • Conducting orientation and onboarding sessions for new employees to ensure a smooth integration into the company. Administering and managing employee benefits programs, such as health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. Developing and implementing employee training and development programs to enhance employees' skills and knowledge. Conducting employee performance evaluations and managing employee disciplinary actions as needed. Ensuring compliance with labor laws and regulations and maintaining accurate and up-to-date employee records. Developing and maintaining positive relationships with employees, management, and external stakeholders Managing employee relations issues and resolving conflicts as they arise Providing guidance and advice to management on HR-related matters. TECHLOGIX – Head Office Lahore Pakistan Job Title: HR Executive | Department: Human Resources • • • • • • Recruitment and onboarding: Managing the recruitment process from posting job vacancies to conducting interviews and making job offers. This may also include conducting orientations and facilitating the onboarding process for new hires. Employee relations: Ensuring that employees are aware of the company's policies and procedures and resolving any conflicts or concerns that may arise. This may also include conducting investigations into employee complaints and providing guidance on disciplinary actions. Performance management: Developing and implementing performance management processes, including setting performance goals, conducting performance evaluations, and providing coaching and feedback to employees. HR data management: Maintaining accurate and up-to-date employee records and HR databases, including information on employee demographics, compensation, and benefits. HR policies and procedures: Developing, implementing, and maintaining HR policies and procedures that are aligned with the company's goals and values. This may include developing employee handbooks and conducting HR training for managers and employees. HR analytics: Analyzing HR data to identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement. This may include conducting surveys, analyzing turnover rates, and developing metrics to measure HR effectiveness. FATIMA GROUP OF COMPANIES – Head Office Lahore Pakistan Job Title: Recruitment Specialist | Department: Human Resources • • • • • • • • • Nov ’15 – Mar ‘16 Feb ’15 – Nov ‘15 Partnering with managers to understand staffing needs, required skill se t, experience and qualification. Building and maintaining effective data sources through internal CV data bank Liaising with headhunters for talent sourcing Preparing job descriptions and job advertisements for vacant positions Facilitating hiring managers and functional heads in t he recruitment process Short listing candidates as per job competencies together with culture and core values of organization Conducting the preliminary round of interviews, negotiate rates & salaries and submitting qualified candidates Identifying future talent needs and proactively recruiting and sourcing through talent pool and social engagements Employee On boarding, orientations, and initial trainings • • Developing and improving brand image of organization and represent Company at different forums, events such as meetings with other companies, attending job fairs, conferences etc. Management Trainee Program (MTO), Recruitment Drives, Graduate Trainee Engineer Program (GTO) SKILLS • • • • HRIS & Applicant Tracking Systems (Workable, Zoho, Taleo, Bamboo HR etc.) Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Office, Outlook) Strong Interpersonal Skills, team-player Time Management Skills EDUCATION University of Management and Technology (UMT) – Pakistan • Master of Business Administration with Specialization in Human Resources Aug ‘12 – Jun ‘14 National University of Computer & Emerging Sciences (FAST) – Pakistan • BS Honors in Computer Sciences Aug ‘07 – Jun ‘11 CGPA: 3.89/4 CGPA: 3.10/4 ACHIEVEMENTS & EXTRACURRICULAR • • • • Rector’s Award holder for fall 2013 semester of MBA. Dean’s Award holder for spring 2014 s emester of MBA. Worked as usher in International Conference on Business Management 2013 (ICoBM) . Participated as a volunteer in UMT Career Fair 2012.