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Highly Experienced Full 360 lifecycle Recruitment Consultant/ Account Manager specialising in both Contract and Permanent.
Imran Malik
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Paddock Wood, United Kingdom
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A Project Recruitment Specialist with over 18 years expertise in strategy, networking, training and talent acquisition within the private sector, with a specific focus for the last 14 years in the GCC. A results and reputation driven individual with experience in building strong relationships and partnerships at all organisational levels maintaining a realistic approach at all times. Adaptable, having worked individually for private start up organisations as well as global companies. Industry experience includes Technology, Construction and Retail. Dedicated, positive and self motivated professional with the determination to succeed. Expertise area: • Strategy and Planning • Talent Acquisition and Retention Strategies • Outsourcing in the Middle East
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United Kingdom
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Language
English
Fluently
Ready for
Larger project
Ongoing relation / part-time
Full time contractor
Available
My experience
2014 - ?
project
Recruitment Consultant / Business Development
Fortis HR FZE, Fujairah.
- once Stafflink closed down, my enterprise defence client asked me to continue to work for them, so I became self-employed and set up Fortis HR.
- continued to provide high level of recruitment delivery, business development and maintaining my candidate database in a pragmatic manner.
- recruited across various disciplines including IT and Telecom Engineers/Technicians, Back Office Support, PMO, PM's, Administrators and English Teachers.
- also opened a new account within the FMCG industry, placing mid-senior management professionals.
- continued to provide high level of recruitment delivery, business development and maintaining my candidate database in a pragmatic manner.
- recruited across various disciplines including IT and Telecom Engineers/Technicians, Back Office Support, PMO, PM's, Administrators and English Teachers.
- also opened a new account within the FMCG industry, placing mid-senior management professionals.
Business development, Database, PMO, Management, Recruitment, It, Support, FMCG, Telecom, Development, Office, Enterprise, UP, ME
2009 - 2014
job
Recruitment Officer
SeedGroup Holding Company.
• Invited by the owner of Seedgroup Holding Company to set up their HR Recruitment Consultancy Division (Stafflink)
• Conducted Business Development and Networking at the highest levels of various organisations in order sign Framework Agreements. Industries include Technology, Military, Retail and Construction.
• Consulting in numerous HR topics including Training, Retention, HR Efficiency, Orientation handbooks and Local laws/customs.
• Successfully designed and implemented HR policies and processes in accordance to the client specifications
• Successfully deployed and trained HR Officers on the newly designed HR function, ensuring the HR is now an efficient function.
• Negotiating contractual terms and conditions with board members to ensure that Stafflink has maximum revenue whilst adhering to all local business practices.
• Account managing existing client base by meeting organisational and personal objectives in order to consistently renew client contracts and agreements.
• Working flexible hours in order to meet deadlines both methodically and with a realistic approach at all times.
• Building a reputable organisation, culminating where some new Agreements are facilitated through industry referrals from satisfied existing clients.
• Always looking to forge new business relationships and therefore maintain a business pipeline through strategic networking
• Engaging people from many different countries to invest their time and skills into Saudi Arabia.
• Forecasting numbers to ensure all Saudi local logistics can accommodate various aspects (visa's, housing, transportation).
• Ensured all HR policy documents are mapped against, and compliant with, the Saudi Labor Law.
• Excellent understanding of the Saudi Labor Law and local customs.
• Major contributor to key clients in talent acquisition within the Saudi market, using a systematic and logical approach
• Manage the profit/loss for the business and ensured the first year was at 'break even' and continuous years are profitable.
• Managing the back office support team with a very 'hands on approach'.
• Conducted Business Development and Networking at the highest levels of various organisations in order sign Framework Agreements. Industries include Technology, Military, Retail and Construction.
• Consulting in numerous HR topics including Training, Retention, HR Efficiency, Orientation handbooks and Local laws/customs.
• Successfully designed and implemented HR policies and processes in accordance to the client specifications
• Successfully deployed and trained HR Officers on the newly designed HR function, ensuring the HR is now an efficient function.
• Negotiating contractual terms and conditions with board members to ensure that Stafflink has maximum revenue whilst adhering to all local business practices.
• Account managing existing client base by meeting organisational and personal objectives in order to consistently renew client contracts and agreements.
• Working flexible hours in order to meet deadlines both methodically and with a realistic approach at all times.
• Building a reputable organisation, culminating where some new Agreements are facilitated through industry referrals from satisfied existing clients.
• Always looking to forge new business relationships and therefore maintain a business pipeline through strategic networking
• Engaging people from many different countries to invest their time and skills into Saudi Arabia.
• Forecasting numbers to ensure all Saudi local logistics can accommodate various aspects (visa's, housing, transportation).
• Ensured all HR policy documents are mapped against, and compliant with, the Saudi Labor Law.
• Excellent understanding of the Saudi Labor Law and local customs.
• Major contributor to key clients in talent acquisition within the Saudi market, using a systematic and logical approach
• Manage the profit/loss for the business and ensured the first year was at 'break even' and continuous years are profitable.
• Managing the back office support team with a very 'hands on approach'.
Recruitment, Processes, UP, Contracts, Framework, Organization, Retention, Office, Development, Support, Business development, Technology, Talent acquisition, Consulting, SoMe, Contracts, Training, Forecasting, Networking, Retail
2008 - 2009
freelance
Recruitment Consultant
Manpower Middle East.
(6m Contract - extended)
• Invited to join a leading Global recruitment company to implement the due diligence on setting up the Telecom Recruitment division, covering both temporary and permanent recruitment
• Developing new ICT business from a number of various blue chip and locally based clients; planning HR and resource requirements with clients in advance of upcoming projects and setting realistic deadlines for candidate deployment.
• Increase the revenue of the office through high level HR Consultations
• Negotiate contractual terms with various clients in order to maximize the business revenue.
• Attracting and engaging personnel globally to work in Saudi Arabia.
• Contribute to making Manpower a quality brand associated within Saudi Arabia, by holding various client functions and networking events.
• Formulating, along with the outsourcing division, a fully compliant HR process allowing candidates to work in Saudi Arabia. Also responsible for producing an induction pack for new candidates arriving into KSA
• Set up the ICT delivery team, responsible for hiring and training recruiters to provide an effective recruitment function,
• Developed and maintained a 'Greenfield' candidate database of over 2000 qualified professionals.
• Successfully project managed Manpower's inaugural involvement at Gitex 2009 Riyadh exhibition, developing further business opportunities and resource avenues during this event
• Invited to join a leading Global recruitment company to implement the due diligence on setting up the Telecom Recruitment division, covering both temporary and permanent recruitment
• Developing new ICT business from a number of various blue chip and locally based clients; planning HR and resource requirements with clients in advance of upcoming projects and setting realistic deadlines for candidate deployment.
• Increase the revenue of the office through high level HR Consultations
• Negotiate contractual terms with various clients in order to maximize the business revenue.
• Attracting and engaging personnel globally to work in Saudi Arabia.
• Contribute to making Manpower a quality brand associated within Saudi Arabia, by holding various client functions and networking events.
• Formulating, along with the outsourcing division, a fully compliant HR process allowing candidates to work in Saudi Arabia. Also responsible for producing an induction pack for new candidates arriving into KSA
• Set up the ICT delivery team, responsible for hiring and training recruiters to provide an effective recruitment function,
• Developed and maintained a 'Greenfield' candidate database of over 2000 qualified professionals.
• Successfully project managed Manpower's inaugural involvement at Gitex 2009 Riyadh exhibition, developing further business opportunities and resource avenues during this event
Networking, Training, Deployment, Database, Event, Due Diligence, Recruitment, Outsourcing, Telecom, Office, UP
2005 - 2008
job
Delivery Lead
Rize Recruitment, London/Saudi Arabia.
• Promoted to Regional Account Manager for a global ICT client in the Middle East, with a special focus on Saudi Arabia.
• Understanding the client HR requirements fully, advising on achievable targets and objectives on a number of different projects; this includes forecasting the resource needs with the client well in advance of any upcoming projects. Conduction HR analysis in order to make the department more efficient.
• Consistently developing new business relationships and opportunities within our global client in order to maximise the business pipeline potential.
• Forecasting for future projects to ensure all local logistics are in place and adequate.
• Providing fully vetted candidates (mid- senior level) to clients within set deadlines for rapid deployment of the clients business.
• Provided HR function including arranging all logistics for new arrivals, ensuring all administrative tasks are completed (visa, medical, induction, Saudi Labor Law is followed etc).
• Ensuring withholding tax is calculated and accounted for all invoices paid outside Saudi Arabia.
• Checking contracts prior to them being sent to candidates to verify compliance with contractual terms agreed with the client.
• Demonstrating discipline, flexibility and organisational skills as I was also the escalation trouble shooter assisting candidates on their queries and responding to requests for help in a timely manner.
• Produced induction packs for expatriate candidates new to Saudi Arabia.
• Managing client expectations, with regular communication to update the client of developments and any changes.
Remaining realistic at all times with the Client gaining more trust from them.
• Developing relationships across the Middle East to increase revenue streams.
• Contributed to the set up of the Company's first International Office in Saudi Arabia.
Delivery Lead
• Head hunted to join a new start up telecoms HR advisory organization, initial staff count of 4 persons.
• Established policies and procedures
• Leading recruitment of resources for a global telecoms organization in Middle East/ Africa regions and understanding their business to meet their requirements. This was done through regular visits and presentations.
• Solely responsible for training and mentoring all new recruiters joining the organization.
• Data management and administration. Initially resourcing candidates through various mediums, such as web searches, networking and referrals in order to create a new database of candidates.
• Identifying candidate pools, holding targeted international seminars and conferences to obtain the best talented candidates for my clients.
• Understanding the client HR requirements fully, advising on achievable targets and objectives on a number of different projects; this includes forecasting the resource needs with the client well in advance of any upcoming projects. Conduction HR analysis in order to make the department more efficient.
• Consistently developing new business relationships and opportunities within our global client in order to maximise the business pipeline potential.
• Forecasting for future projects to ensure all local logistics are in place and adequate.
• Providing fully vetted candidates (mid- senior level) to clients within set deadlines for rapid deployment of the clients business.
• Provided HR function including arranging all logistics for new arrivals, ensuring all administrative tasks are completed (visa, medical, induction, Saudi Labor Law is followed etc).
• Ensuring withholding tax is calculated and accounted for all invoices paid outside Saudi Arabia.
• Checking contracts prior to them being sent to candidates to verify compliance with contractual terms agreed with the client.
• Demonstrating discipline, flexibility and organisational skills as I was also the escalation trouble shooter assisting candidates on their queries and responding to requests for help in a timely manner.
• Produced induction packs for expatriate candidates new to Saudi Arabia.
• Managing client expectations, with regular communication to update the client of developments and any changes.
Remaining realistic at all times with the Client gaining more trust from them.
• Developing relationships across the Middle East to increase revenue streams.
• Contributed to the set up of the Company's first International Office in Saudi Arabia.
Delivery Lead
• Head hunted to join a new start up telecoms HR advisory organization, initial staff count of 4 persons.
• Established policies and procedures
• Leading recruitment of resources for a global telecoms organization in Middle East/ Africa regions and understanding their business to meet their requirements. This was done through regular visits and presentations.
• Solely responsible for training and mentoring all new recruiters joining the organization.
• Data management and administration. Initially resourcing candidates through various mediums, such as web searches, networking and referrals in order to create a new database of candidates.
• Identifying candidate pools, holding targeted international seminars and conferences to obtain the best talented candidates for my clients.
Database, Manager, UP, Contracts, International, Web, Office, Recruitment, Compliance, Management, Administration, Mentoring, Deployment, Data management, Account Manager, Contracts, Training, Forecasting, Networking
2004 - 2005
job
Account Manager
Glotel PLC.
• Continuously building and developing relationships with new and existing clients (and senior level candidates) - maintaining professionalism at all times
• Attending regular client visits in the regions (Middle East/Africa) to understand client requirements.
• Expanding existing business within established clients throughout the Middle East/Africa regions.
• Reviewing and monitoring CV's and applications for International Telecom Candidates
• Proactively sourcing CV's and short listing candidates for submission of vacancies, using the internet, in house database, referral networks and candidate hotlists
• Regular communication with all 'A' list candidates to confirm whereabouts and work situations, building up a rapport with them.
• Conducting qualification and screening interviews with potential candidates.
• Negotiating with candidates and clients in order to ensure margins are kept to targets.
• Responding to reference requests within agreed timescales
• Producing and issuing interview/temporary assignment details
• Arranging interviews and providing feedback for candidates as appropriate
• Maintaining database and accurately updating client/candidate records on a regular basis
• Attending regular client visits in the regions (Middle East/Africa) to understand client requirements.
• Expanding existing business within established clients throughout the Middle East/Africa regions.
• Reviewing and monitoring CV's and applications for International Telecom Candidates
• Proactively sourcing CV's and short listing candidates for submission of vacancies, using the internet, in house database, referral networks and candidate hotlists
• Regular communication with all 'A' list candidates to confirm whereabouts and work situations, building up a rapport with them.
• Conducting qualification and screening interviews with potential candidates.
• Negotiating with candidates and clients in order to ensure margins are kept to targets.
• Responding to reference requests within agreed timescales
• Producing and issuing interview/temporary assignment details
• Arranging interviews and providing feedback for candidates as appropriate
• Maintaining database and accurately updating client/candidate records on a regular basis
Account Manager, Database, Interview, Sourcing, Telecom, Monitoring, Internet, International, UP, Manager
2001 - 2003
job
Recruiter
Lorien PLC.
• Recruiting candidates for IT roles using the in house database, recruitment fares and referral schemes
• Screening and qualifying candidates on the telephone.
• Attending client visits with the Account Manager to understand the business needs 'on the ground'.
• Deputising for the Account Manager regularly in client presentations and meetings to fully understand and set KPI's.
• Arranging Interviews, Offers and giving feedback on applications
• Learning the art of negotiation from seniors in order to maximize revenue.
• Ensuring database accuracy at all times.
• Screening and qualifying candidates on the telephone.
• Attending client visits with the Account Manager to understand the business needs 'on the ground'.
• Deputising for the Account Manager regularly in client presentations and meetings to fully understand and set KPI's.
• Arranging Interviews, Offers and giving feedback on applications
• Learning the art of negotiation from seniors in order to maximize revenue.
• Ensuring database accuracy at all times.
Account Manager, Database, Recruiter, Recruitment, It, KPI, Manager
1999 - 2001
job
Mortgage Advisor
Halifax Bank PLC.
• Securing mortgage lending on inbound calls
• Having excellent product knowledge so we can advise on the best product for the customer
• Reviewing full quotes with the customer, paying attention to detail and assessing their suitability to borrow requested funds.
• Retaining existing customer base - monitoring daily outbound calls to ensure that the customers whose mortgages are due to expire are offered new products.
• Having excellent product knowledge so we can advise on the best product for the customer
• Reviewing full quotes with the customer, paying attention to detail and assessing their suitability to borrow requested funds.
• Retaining existing customer base - monitoring daily outbound calls to ensure that the customers whose mortgages are due to expire are offered new products.
Monitoring, Detail
1994 - 1999
job
Pharmacy Sales Assistant
Boots PLC.
• Treating customers for minor ailments
• Selling over the Counter medicines
• Implementing weekly stock takes
• Maintaining a strong customer focus at all times.
• Selling over the Counter medicines
• Implementing weekly stock takes
• Maintaining a strong customer focus at all times.
Sales
My education
1996
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1999
Leeds University
BSc, Pharmacology
BSc, Pharmacology
1993
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1996
Nelson AND Colne College
Secondary, (Grade A), Biology (Grade B) and Chemistry (Grade C)
Secondary, (Grade A), Biology (Grade B) and Chemistry (Grade C)
1990
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1996
Walton High School
Secondary, N/a
Secondary, N/a
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