Haseena Gul

Experienced HR leader with a strong background in strategic HR, organizational development, talent management, and performance systems. Known for building strong teams, guiding organizational change, and supporting executive leaders on people's strategy.

Areas of Focus: HR strategy, policies, training, succession planning, talent acquisition, employee relations, compensation, compliance, workforce planning, GDEIB

Corporate Director of Human Resources - Hashwani Hotels - Operators of Marriott Hotels in Pakistan

(2025-12)

• Defined and executed corporate HR strategy aligned with overall business vision, growth plans, and organizational culture.
• Handled multi-site or group-wide HR functions including talent management, succession planning, and leadership development.
• Drove organizational design, workforce planning, and restructuring to improve efficiency and business performance.
• Led policy formulation, governance, and compliance across all entities and ensure consistency in HR practices.
• Partnered with executive leadership on strategic decisions including change management, and long-term human capital planning.

Assistant Director HR - Hashwani Hotels Limited - Islamabad

(2024-07)

Corporate Human Resources Manager - Hashwani Hotels Limited - Islamabad, Pakistan

(2023-01 - 2024-09)

• Managed end-to-end HR operations including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and employee relations across corporate functions.
• Implemented HR policies, procedures, and compliance frameworks in line with organizational standards and labor laws.
• Coordinated talent acquisition activities and ensure timely fulfillment of workforce requirements.
• Supported training and development initiatives to enhance employee skills and performance.
• Handled employee relations, grievance management, and disciplinary processes to maintain workplace harmony.

Manager Administration and Personnel - Ipsos - Pakistan

(2022-02 - 2023-01)

• Implemented HR policies and procedures aligned with the directives of Regional MENA office.
• Identified hiring bottlenecks and strengthened recruitment pipelines through partnerships with leading universities such as NUST.
• Led Generation IPSOS program to train and develop young talent in market research.
• Developed succession planning and structured career paths for critical roles and fresh graduates.
• Organized training programs to support continuous employee development and capacity building.

HR Manager - Islamabad Club - Islamabad

(2015-05 - 2021-05)

• Talent Acquisition
• Compensation and Benefits Manning rationalization
• HRIS
• Coordination with various Committees

HR Manager - Pearl Continental Hotel Rawalpindi

(2012-01 - 2014-06)

• Restructured and managed HR functions to improve efficiency and aligned them with business goals.
• Monitored performance and provided coaching to enhance productivity and service quality.
• Developed and executed recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes in line with group policies.
• Built talent pipelines through universities, institutes, and referral networks to meet staffing needs.
• Designed training and development programs based on identified organizational needs and career progression plans.
• Introduced employee engagement and recognition initiatives to improve motivation and retention.
• Managed disciplinary and grievance matters ensuring timely and fair resolution.
• Developed annual HR budgets.
• Maintained union relations and successfully negotiated Collective Bargaining Agreements.

Staff Assistant - WFP Peshawar - Peshawar

(2011-04 - 2012-01)

• Proficiently utilized the skills of archives management and implemented archives guidelines for the entire Program section.
• Developed SOPs and streamlined information management procedures, making it more efficient, effective and swift in terms of feedback.
• Interacting with the provincial authorities on behalf of the Head of Provincial Office.
• Performed several administrative duties assigned by the Chief of Provincial office.

HR Manager - Pearl Continental Hotel Peshawar - Peshawar

(2007-11 - 2010-12)

• Strengthened recruitment and selection processes to attract top local talent and ensured best-fit hiring.
• Aligned HR strategy with organizational vision and mission, promoting internal career growth and equal opportunity.
• Actively monitored and improved training & development programs, ensuring effectiveness and alignment with international standards.
• Continuously reviewed HR processes, driving improvements and enhancing overall operational efficiency and quality.
• Mentored HR team members to build professional capability and prepared them for future organizational challenges.
• Managed labour relations and ensured compliance with labour laws, including coordination with ESSI, EOBI, and Labour Departments.

Chancellor II - ICRC - Peshawar

(1999-08 - 2007-10)

• Regularly interacted with the provincial, civil, military authorities on behalf of the Head of Office to maintain cordial relations.
• Strengthened the skills of new associates by training them in the domains of Information management, professional reports writing and diplomatic correspondence.
• Maintained the confidentiality of the official documentation through appropriate archives management and acted as a focal point for the incoming and outgoing information for the entire Sub-delegation.

MS - Business Management, Human Resource Management - Virtual University (2013 - 2015)

Diploma - Human Resource Management - Institute of Business and Legal studies (2008)

MBA - Finance - Agriculture University Peshawar (2002 - 2004)

Masters - International Relations - University of Peshawar (1997 - 1998)