Akiff Farizi

3 years of experience in HR primarily with Talent Acquisition experience across end-to-end recruitment and HR operations in FMCG and real estate industries. Skilled in direct sourcing, candidate engagement, and stakeholder management, with proven success in filling roles from entry-level to senior leadership. Adept at leveraging Workday and recruitment analytics to improve turnaround time and drive data-backed hiring decisions.

Certified HRD Corp Train-the-Trainer with additional experience in Learning & Development, including program design, training delivery, and compliance reporting.

Group Talent Acquisition Partner at JLand Group (JLG) (2025-06 – Present)

• Managed the full recruitment lifecycle for multiple group divisions, business pillars and shared services unit from requisition intake to offer negotiation and onboarding, covering hires from Executives up to General Manager level.
• Partnered with Directors, HODs, and hiring managers to define role requirements, advise on market talent availability, and deliver high-quality hires within agreed timelines.
• Directly sourced and engaged passive candidates via LinkedIn, referrals, and networking, building pipelines for niche and critical roles.
• Streamlined Workday recruitment workflows as system lead, ensuring data accuracy, compliance, and reporting efficiency.
• Reduced average hiring turnaround time by enhancing recruitment processes and pipeline tracking.
• Conducted structured onboarding briefings to ensure smooth integration of new hires, while overseeing compliant offboarding and exit processes.
• Acted as a reference point for employees on benefits, payroll timelines, and onboarding/offboarding procedures.
• Oversaw department and individual OKRs to align with HRBP and business strategies.
• Supported consistent application of HR policies, confirmations, and contract renewals across divisions.

HR Business Partner Executive at JLand Group (JLG) (2024-12 – 2025-06)

• Managed the full recruitment lifecycle for multiple group divisions, business pillars and shared services unit from requisition intake to offer negotiation and onboarding, covering hires from Executives up to General Manager level.
• Partnered with Directors, HODs, and hiring managers to define role requirements, advise on market talent availability, and deliver high-quality hires within agreed timelines.
• Directly sourced and engaged passive candidates via LinkedIn, referrals, and networking, building pipelines for niche and critical roles.
• Streamlined Workday recruitment workflows as system lead, ensuring data accuracy, compliance, and reporting efficiency.
• Reduced average hiring turnaround time by enhancing recruitment processes and pipeline tracking.
• Conducted structured onboarding briefings to ensure smooth integration of new hires, while overseeing compliant offboarding and exit processes.
• Acted as a reference point for employees on benefits, payroll timelines, and onboarding/offboarding procedures.
• Oversaw department and individual OKRs to align with HRBP and business strategies.
• Supported consistent application of HR policies, confirmations, and contract renewals across divisions.

People & Culture Executive at The Arnott's Group (Campbell) (2024-06 – 2024-11)

• Supported end-to-end employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Partnered with leadership on workforce planning and employee relations, ensuring alignment with HR strategy.
• Coordinated learning programs, leadership training, and compliance initiatives across the plant.

Learning & Development Specialist (Contract) at Dutch Lady Milk Industries (FrieslandCampina) (2023-09 – 2024-06)

• Executed tailored learning programs aligned with departmental goals and organizational priorities, incorporating instructional design principles.
• Reviewed and enhanced L&D policies and SOPs, streamlining operations and ensuring compliance with evolving standards.
• Generated data-driven insights and periodic reports on training effectiveness, participation rates, and knowledge retention to support decision-making.
• Monitored internal trends and external best practices to maintain relevant, engaging, and up-to-date program content.
• Managed end-to-end project execution for L&D initiatives, including stakeholder engagement, vendor management, and logistics coordination.
• Contributed to the planning and budgeting of L&D programs, supporting cost control and alignment with strategic goals.

HR Talent Acquisition Intern at L'Oreal Malaysia (2023-05 – 2023-08)

• Supported recruitment for multiple functions, including sourcing, interview coordination, and candidate communication.
• Assisted in graduate and internship recruitment campaigns, including employer branding and campus engagement activities.

Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons) in HR Major – Unitar International University (2020 – 2023)

Foundation in Management – Unitar International University (2019 – 2020)

Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) – SMK Puchong Permai (2014 – 2018)