Mohanned Abbasi

Senior HR Leader with 20+ years of experience in California and the Middle East driving organizational growth, workforce transformation, and operational excellence across multiple industries. Proven track record in aligning HR strategy with business objectives, leading large-scale HR functions, and building high-performing teams.

US-educated professional with prior experience in San Diego, bringing strong expertise in employee relations, performance management, and organizational development. Recognized for sound decision-making, compliance focus, and leadership in high-pressure environments.

HR Director

Dinarak (Fintech) one-year contract – Jordan | September 2024 – September 2025

• Led HR strategy and workforce planning aligned with company growth

• Implemented HRIS system to improve performance management and reporting

• Reduced time-to-hire and improved candidate quality through process optimization

• Developed succession planning framework and leadership development programs

• Launched employee engagement initiatives to strengthen culture and retention

Managing Director / HR Director

Abbasi & Partners (Moore Global)Audit – Jordan | April 2016 – October 2022

• Directed corporate support services including HR, IT, Legal, and Administration

• Partnered with executive leadership to drive strategic planning and business growth

• Led organizational restructuring, improving efficiency and accountability

• Oversaw performance management, compensation reviews, and workforce planning

• Established policies and governance frameworks aligned with regulatory standards

• Managed budgeting and resource allocation across multiple departments

HR Director (Contract)

Smart Target & Smart Buildings – Kuwait |January 2015 – December 2016

• Supported expansion through HR strategy alignment and workforce structuring

• Implemented job grading system and standardized HR processes

• Improved reporting structures and internal communication

HR Manager (Contract)

United Pharmaceutical – Jordan | February 2011 – October 2013

• Implemented performance management systems and KPIs

• Standardized HR policies and procedures

• Supported organizational transformation initiatives

HR Manager (Contract)

International Financial Advisory (IFA) – Kuwait |January 2009 – December 2010

• Managed full HR operations including recruitment and employee relations

• Introduced automated HR reporting systems

• Designed training and development programs

National USA Soccer Referee (USSF Certified) 1990 - 2005

• Officiated competitive matches at national level

• Enforced rules, ensured compliance, and maintained control in dynamic environments.

Sales Associate – Nordstrom 1994 – 1997

· Delivered high-level customer service in a fast-paced retail environment.

Real Estate Sales Associate 2003 - 2005

· Worked in residential real estate sales supporting buyers and sellers

Online Services / Student Support – National University 1997 - 2001

· Provided student support through online university service platforms

Professional Certified Business Trainer. 2000 - Present

· TOT, Soft Skills, Sales, Leadership, Marketing, 7 Thinking Hats, Discovering your personality at work

MBA – Human Resources

National University, USA 2000 (Not finished)

Bachelor of Science – Business Marketing

National University, USA 1997

Associate Degree

Mesa College, USA 1994