Sajla M

Accomplished HR Professional with 5 years of experience driving HR operations, talent acquisition, onboarding/off boarding, and employee relations for 500+ employees across government and private sectors. Expert in UAE Labor

Law compliance, end-to-end recruitment, payroll, visa, and immigration processes. Recognized for delivering accurate, timely, and proactive HR solutions, leading high-performing teams, and ensuring seamless workforce management to achieve organizational goals.

September 2024 - July 2025

HR Coordinator | Al Farah Food Company (Abu Dhabi)

 Led full-cycle recruitment for various roles by sourcing candidates, screening CVs, shortlisting profiles,

coordinating interviews, conducting reference checks, and preparing employment offers and contracts.

 Managed all candidate communication, interview scheduling, and follow-ups, ensuring a smooth and professional candidate experience throughout the hiring process.

 Collaborated with hiring managers to understand workforce needs, align job requirements, and ensure timely hiring while supporting onboarding for seamless new joiner integration.

 Handled onboarding and off boarding processes prepared offer letters, employment contracts, and employee files in compliance with UAE Labor Law.

 Coordinated with HR, IT, and Admin teams to arrange system access, tools, and workspace for new hires.

 Handled HR operations for 300+ employees, including onboarding, off boarding, and employee record management and leave records, final settlements, and exit formalities in compliance and other HR administrative tasks.

 Maintained updated employee records and performance data in HRMS with full accuracy.

 Addressed employee inquiries regarding HR policies and procedures, providing accurate guidance.

 Supported in resolving employee conflicts and grievances in alignment with company policies.

 Processed HR documents including contracts, salary certificates, promotion letters, memos, and verifications.

 Oversaw payroll and WPS processing, employee benefits, timesheets, and deductions, ensuring accuracy in coordination with finance.

 Led the PRO team to ensure timely processing of visas, work permits, renewals, and government transactions in compliance with UAE labor and immigration laws.

 Managed employee benefits including medical insurance and workmen compensation (enrollments, renewals,

updates, cancellations).

May 2022 - August 2024

HR Operations team | Twofour54 media (Abu Dhabi)

 Supported HR operations for 500+ employees, including document management, and visa processing.

 Successfully processed 2,500+ visa applications across various categories, including Golden Visas,

work permits, and renewals.

 Supported onboarding, HRIS updates, and documentation, including offer letters, salary certificates,

and government letters.

 Prepared regular HR and visa status reports to support compliance audits and management decisions.

 Handled Government Relations Officer responsibilities, coordinating with clients and government authorities for visa processing, license renewals, and project-related approvals.

 Managed all MOHRE and Immigration transactions, including new visas, work permits, renewals,

cancellations, status changes, labor contracts, and e-signature cards.

 Processed Golden Visa applications across multiple categories (investors, professionals, executives,

talents, and specialized skills), ensuring accurate documentation and timely approvals.

 Monitored company license expiries, establishment card validity, immigration file status, and labor quota allocations to maintain ongoing compliance.

 Provided guidance to clients on UAE labor laws, visa requirements, company setup processes,

compliance obligations, and document accuracy.

 Managed Capital Event Group Abu Dhabi & ANEC related government works, including approvals,

permits, documentation reviews, and coordination with relevant authorities to ensure smooth processing.

 Managed client company e-Channel and coordinated government relations to ensure compliance and smooth communication with regulatory authorities Acted as government liaison, handling executive correspondence and approvals.

 Supported major media sector projects for Abu Dhabi Film Commission by coordinating and processing visas for international film and production crew, ensuring smooth and timely project execution.

July 2020 - May 2022

HR Assistant & Customer Care Service | Takhlees transaction LLC (Abu Dhabi)

 Managed employee files and HR documentation for 60+ staff with full accuracy.

 Prepared HR letters including salary certificates, NOCs, employment confirmations.

 Handled visa processing, Emirates IDs, residency renewals, family visas, and work permits.

 Managed TAMM, MOHRE, and ICP services including licensing and immigration tasks.

 Administered medical insurance: enrollments, renewals, cancellations, and claims.

 Supported customer inquiries and documentation needs for government service

Bachelor degree - 2019