Strategic HR leader with 5 years experience in various aspects of human resources management - including recruitment, employee relations, performance management, and organizational development. Demonstrated success in developing and executing HR strategies that support business objectives and promote a culture of continuous improvement. Strong track record of building high-performing teams and enhancing employee engagement.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Head of HR & Administration
DINO FINO Operations Ltd.
11.2023 - Current
Acted as a change agent tasked with aligning HR projects with corporate objectives
Directed operations focused methods of refining recruitment, succession planning, onboardig, training, talent management plans that support DINO FINO’s long term vision
Managed employee relations, including conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and performance improvement plans
Analysed workplace trends to advise on policy creation, drive employee satisfaction, maximise productivity, address daily needs, facilitate staff retention, and build high employee morale
Improved company culture by executing plans for diversity, equality, and inclusion that conform with core business values, and strategies
Made sure that compliance with employment law is across board
Enhanced onboarding by 30% through implementing people-focused strategies that helped new hires acclimate to the work environment
Performed data-driven analysis that standardised HR processes, optimised company work structures, and further boosted teamwork by 50% across multiple departments
Redesigned performance evaluation processes to be more data-driven, which led to a more personalized training approach and a 10% increase in employee productivity
Managed an overhaul of the employee onboarding process, resulting in a 50% reduction in time-to-productivity for new hires.
HR Manager
Malta College of Art, Science & Technology (MCAST)
06.2021 - 10.2023
Managed the recruitment cycle and designed training and orientation programmes for new employees
Led the adoption of flexible work arrangements, which helped in attracting talent looking for work-life balance, growing the talent pool by 40%
Lowered staff retention by 15% which repositioned the HR division as a strategic business partner
Prepared insightful reports via internet surveys to measure employee satisfaction levels, developed talent retention strategies, and positively influenced decision making at an executive level
Introduced talent acquisition systems that enhanced HR data security and quality
Produced regular internal auditing procedures to boost employee relations and decrease workplace risks
Overseen appraisal systems, maintaining pay plans, and creating benefits programmes
Assessed communication with payroll is timely and effective - mainly concerning salary packages, bonuses etc
Nurtured a healthy working environment that increased overall efficiency by 50%
Spearheaded a diversity and inclusion initiative that elevated minority representation in leadership positions by 10% within two years.
Part-Time Project Manager
Malta College of Art, Science & Technology
03.2023 - 07.2023
Part-time project manager in an EU funded INTERREG Italia-Malta project
Planning of monthly conferences with stakeholders
Identifying external and internal speakers according to different topics
Creating content
Designing posters, and flyers.
HR Coordinator
Malta College of Art, Science & Technology (MCAST)
Demonstrated an understanding of legal, compliance, applicable workplace regulations, and company policies to manage employee relations cases
Documented allegations of discrimination, harassment, and policy violations
Assisted with recruitment process by posting job ads, filtering applications, scheduling interviews, assisting in interview process and drafting offer letters.
Prepared annual staff performance reviews, while maintaining employee files in electronic and physical formats, including benefits and attendance records
Earned a promotion to HR Manager, firmly responsible for over 2,000 employees across 8 campuses
Improved staff wellness by 10% through seminars that promoted mental and physical health
Qualified Social Worker & Mental Welfare Officer
Mount Carmel Hospital
10.2017 - 09.2019
Conducted comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments to determine clients' needs and formulated appropriate treatment plans
Provided individual and group therapy using evidence-based approaches such as CBT, DBT, and motivational interviewing
Managed a caseload of over 300 patients, coordinating care and services to ensure continuity and effectiveness - in acute and chronic wards; as well as outpatients
Collaborated with consultant psychiatrists, psychologists, occupational therapists, doctors, nurses, students and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement treatment plans
Facilitated crisis intervention and stabilization services, including risk assessments and safety planning
Provided case management services, linking clients to community services and support networks
Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings and weekly ward rounds to discuss and coordinate client care
Maintained accurate and timely documentation in compliance with institution policies and the Mental Health Act
Residential Support Worker
Exceptional Care
05.2017 - 09.2017
Working in line with UK Mental Health Act
Shift work
Continuous established training on a weekly basis
Supporting 4 kids on daily chores
Driving kids to college/daily appointments/activities
Liaising with other professionals concerning care plans
Monthly supervision increasing productivity
Weekly team meetings
Key work sessions - 4 monthly.
Residential Support Worker
The Regard Partnership Limited
12.2016 - 05.2017
Supporting service users in residential setting
Accompanying service users to personal appointments
Doing daily chores with service users
Recording Financial budgeting PDOs 3 times weekly
Regular checks on house hygiene - random
Regular monthly supervision
Driving
Conducted resident checks during the day and overnight hours on a regular schedule to check health and safety status
Monitoring clients' medications and adhering to individual treatment plans
Providing counseling and crisis intervention services
Helping build important life skills such as cooking and cleaning
Managing costs and billing and resolving financial discrepancies effectively through organizational management of account information
Communicating corporate objectives across all divisions through regular correspondence and scheduled status updates.
Qualified Social Worker
Mount Carmel Hospital
10.2010 - 09.2016
Education
MA Human Resource Management -
Liverpool John Moores University
Liverpool, UK
10.2014 - 05.2016
BA (Hons.) Social Work - undefined
University of Malta
Msida, Malta
10.2006 - 05.2010
Skills
Recruitment Strategy
Talent Acquisition and Retention
Employer Branding
Change Management
Employee Relations and Conflict Resolution
Performance Management
HR Policy Development
HRIS; ATS Proficiency and Data Analysis
Strategic HR Planning
Leadership Skills
Communication Skills
Attention to Detail
Time Management
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 07/01/1988
Nationality: Maltese
Timeline
Head of HR & Administration
DINO FINO Operations Ltd.
11.2023 - Current
Part-Time Project Manager
Malta College of Art, Science & Technology
03.2023 - 07.2023
HR Manager
Malta College of Art, Science & Technology (MCAST)
06.2021 - 10.2023
HR Coordinator
Malta College of Art, Science & Technology (MCAST)
09.2019 - 05.2021
Qualified Social Worker & Mental Welfare Officer
Mount Carmel Hospital
10.2017 - 09.2019
Residential Support Worker
Exceptional Care
05.2017 - 09.2017
Residential Support Worker
The Regard Partnership Limited
12.2016 - 05.2017
MA Human Resource Management -
Liverpool John Moores University
10.2014 - 05.2016
Qualified Social Worker
Mount Carmel Hospital
10.2010 - 09.2016
BA (Hons.) Social Work - undefined
University of Malta
10.2006 - 05.2010
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