Ashfaq Wani SPHR

Lead the design and implementation of organizational development strategies to enhance workforce performance, engagement, and alignment with business goals. Oversee compensation and benefits frameworks, ensuring competitive, equitable, and cost-effective total rewards programs that support talent attraction and retention. Collaborate with executive leadership to drive culture transformation, change management initiatives, and performance management systems. Conduct organizational diagnostics, workforce analytics, and benchmarking to identify improvement areas and implement data-driven solutions. Partner with HR, finance, and department heads to ensure strategic alignment between people practices and overall business objectives. Spearhead initiatives to optimize job architecture, succession planning, and internal mobility, enhancing organizational agility and capability development.

Established and managed an independent HR consultancy providing strategic human capital solutions to clients across various industries. Delivered customized services in recruitment, talent acquisition, HR policy development, performance management, and organizational restructuring. Advised SMEs and startups on HR compliance, employee engagement, and talent retention strategies.

Spearheaded the development and implementation of the People Development strategy, ensuring alignment with Seera Group’s goals. Led the Rewards function to design competitive compensation packages that supported the attraction, retention, and motivation of top talent. Managed the overall employee experience, driving key initiatives to enhance organizational performance, learning, and career development. Collaborated with leadership to assess and optimize organizational structures, talent development programs, and succession planning. Directed a company-wide talent management framework, including performance reviews, succession planning, and leadership development.

As Senior Manager of Organizational Effectiveness & C&B, I led strategic HR initiatives to strengthen organizational performance, enhance talent systems, and optimize total rewards, directly impacting business outcomes across the company. Designed and implemented organization-wide development initiatives including job analysis, job evaluations (Hay & Mercer), grading systems, and salary structures aligned with industry benchmarks. Built and managed comprehensive Compensation & Benefits frameworks, including incentive plans, commission schemes, and variable pay systems, ensuring internal equity and market competitiveness. Spearheaded Performance Evaluation & Development Processes (PEDP), training needs analysis (TNA), and succession planning initiatives to drive leadership readiness and workforce development. Developed and executed employee engagement, retention, and talent management strategies, cultivating a high-performance, agile workforce. Directed the design of organizational structures, competency frameworks, and change management efforts, enabling improved efficiency and accountability across business units. Authored and continuously improved HR policies, procedures, and process flows to ensure legal compliance and alignment with strategic business objectives. Implemented targeted learning and development programs, resulting in measurable improvements in employee productivity and performance. Led recruitment strategy and workforce planning for critical roles, leveraging assessment tools and structured evaluation methods to enhance talent acquisition outcomes. Acted as a key advisor to executive leadership on organizational planning, HR transformation, and human capital strategy, contributing to long-term business success.

Managed talent acquisition and development strategies, ensuring a skilled and high-performing workforce. Implemented organizational development initiatives that aligned with company values and objectives, enhancing operational efficiency. Conducted organizational assessments to identify areas for improvement, developing action plans that enhanced overall team performance. Built a robust talent pipeline by implementing an internship and graduate recruitment program, successfully increasing the pool of qualified candidates. Designed and implemented career development frameworks that improved employee retention and overall job satisfaction.

Led the development and execution of talent management programs focused on employee growth, performance improvement, and organizational effectiveness. Enhanced organizational culture through strategic development initiatives and change management processes. Partnered with leadership to design career development frameworks that supported employee progression and engagement. Conducted employee satisfaction surveys, leading to targeted initiatives that improved employee morale and retention. Led employee onboarding and induction programs, ensuring seamless integration and accelerated performance for new hires.

Led HR operations across multiple regions, managing recruitment, talent acquisition, and employee relations to ensure alignment with company goals. Oversaw employee onboarding and training programs, improving integration and reducing turnover by 15%.

Oversaw branch budgets, sales performance, and financial reporting, leading to a 10% increase in profitability. Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand visibility and drive sales, resulting in a 15% growth in customer base.

Coordinated with internal teams to ensure the timely completion of projects and goals

Assisted in graphic design projects, contributing to the development of visual content for marketing and media.