Andreas Grammas

VP - Human Resources & Administration @ Nas Neuron Health Services

About

Andreas is a results-driven Senior HR Leader, Business Partner and Coach with over 20 years of experience in strategic HR management, leading transformation across industries such as insurance, finance, consulting, and academia. Known for driving growth through strategic direction, diverse perspectives, and impactful leadership, Andreas has consistently delivered HR interventions that enhance organizational performance, boost employee competencies, and improve efficiency, resulting in a competitive edge. At Sukoon Insurance Company, Andreas led a company-wide restructuring and the creation of new legal entities to align with the operating model. He optimized the company's HR expense ratio through cost-effective solutions, improved HR expense ROI via strong business partnerships, and significantly boosted employee engagement (Gallup). He also managed a successful acquisition and transformed Sukoon’s employer brand, making it the most followed insurance company in the UAE, renowned for learning, development, and career progression. Additionally, he developed Sukoon’s Nationalization strategy, contributing to the nation’s Vision. As Head of Organizational Effectiveness at Tamweel, Andreas applied his technical expertise to navigate the financial crisis, successfully realigning the company with the challenging environment. Through his strong interpersonal skills, he fostered a highly motivational environment, enabling the successful implementation of critical changes

Country

United Arab Emirates

City

Dubai

Industry

Insurance

Skill

Strategic Human Resources Leadership, Leadership and Influence, HR Business Partnering, Employee Engagement, Nationalization/Emiratization, Executive Visioning, Stakeholder Management, People Analytics, Organizational Performance, Organizational Design, Organizational Structure, Operating Models, Operating model, Organizational Development, Market Research, Fit/Gap Analysis, HR Transformation, Job Analysis, Key Account Relationship Building, Pay Analysis

Experience

VP - Human Resources & Administration

Nas Neuron Health Services

2025-11 - Present · 11 mos

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Head of Human Resources, Agile and Lean Transformation

Sukoon Insurance

2011-4 - 2025-4 · 14 yrs 1 mo

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Key Achievements: Led company–wide organizational design and restructuring, leadership team changes, and new legal entities aligned with the operating model Reduced HR expense ratio by 22% through innovative yet cost-effective HR solutions and optimized resource allocation Increased HR expense ROI by 20% via effective business partnering Successfully led HR transformation initiatives as well as employee wellbeing programs, achieving a 20% improvement in employee engagement (Gallup) Managed the acquisition of ASCANA TAKAFUL, resulting in a 30% reduction in general operating expenses Developed employee branding strategies, growing LinkedIn followers to 210k+ and boosting hiring rates and candidate engagement by 50% Designed and executed a Nationalization strategy that earned awards and ensured full regulatory compliance and alignment with the Nation’s Vision Implemented Oracle HRMS (eBS r 12.1) on time and within budget

Head of Organisational Effectiveness (Human Resources)

Tamweel PJSC

2008-6 - 2011-3 · 2 yrs 10 mos

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Key Achievements: Led organizational restructuring in response to the financial crisis, creating new departments and reallocating 60% of the workforce to align with the revised operating model Developed and executed employee cost reduction programs to optimize operational efficiency Redesigned the performance management process to align with business needs during a downturn Successfully implemented Oracle HRMS to streamline HR operations

Managing Consultant, Head of Organizational Effectiveness Practice - Middle East

Korn Ferry

1997-4 - 2008-5 · 11 yrs 2 mos

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Highlights: - Regional Strategy: Served as an Executive Committee Member for the Middle East Region, contributing to strategic decision-making and regional growth - Key Account Management: Managed key accounts for major multinational and local clients across 10 countries (UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Oman, Jordan, Egypt, Libya, and Sudan), also serving as Country Head for Oman - Business Development: Led sales efforts with full accountability for a business unit generating $1 million annually - Team Leadership: Directed and guided the regional Organizational Effectiveness practice team, driving performance improvements and fostering professional growth - Course Delivery: Delivered specialized learning and development courses, including Job Analysis, Job Evaluation (using the Hay Guide Chart and Profile Method), and Organizational Effectiveness - Client Engagement: Managed client accounts and led engagements in the oil & gas, financial services, and banking sectors, focusing on Performance Management and Organizational Effectiveness

Senior Reward Consultant

Hay Group

1997-4 - 2005-11 · 8 yrs 8 mos

Athens, Attiki, Greece

Highlights: - HR Consultancy: Designed and applied tailored solutions to address client needs, aligning strategies with organizational goals - Reward Systems: Collaborated with senior stakeholders to develop and refine talent management and reward strategies - Team Management: Mentored a team of consultants, driving their professional growth and ensuring the successful delivery of high-impact projects - Account Management: Managed client accounts and led engagements in Leadership Development, Reward Services, Organizational Analysis, and Job Definition across the Pharmaceuticals, Manufacturing, FMCG, and Retail sectors