Izwan Abd Mokhti

Izwan Abd Mokhti Subang Jaya, Selangor -- Summary Ambitious and independently-motivated professional with 15 years of broad HR generalist experience, including roles in both corporate and start-up environments. Natural leader with keen interest in helping others achieve career success and a talent for motivating colleagues. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, including confidence in engaging with senior managers and C-suite executives. Resilient and resourceful problem-solver with capacity to exercise sound, independent judgment. Unmistakable professional integrity, solid work ethic and commitment to excellence. Education Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM) Bachelor of Human Resource Management (Hons) Graduated October 2002 Employment History GMX International SdnBhd Manager, Human Resources Subang Jaya, Selangor January 2017 – Present Recruited to assist in the opening of new company branch in Malaysia, guiding the startup and management of a full spectrum of HR operations, systems and programs. Worked with senior management to create HR policies and procedures; recruit employees; create group benefits databases; and develop orientation, training and incentive programs.Managed the Human Resources department with direct reports of 2.         Played a key role in ensuring the successful launch of Malaysia office. Structured and implemented programs and policies in the areas of training, compensation structures, benefits packages, incentives and new-employee orientation. Fostered a teamwork environment conducive to positive dialogue across the organization. Personal efforts were cited as the driving force behind branch’s employee-retention rate of 89% (FY2017) within an industry where high turnover is the norm. Negotiated approximately 50 salary offers and dozens of sign-on bonuses/relocation packages annually at both the permanent and contract group of employees. Brought employees compensation program into full compliance. Instituted preferred providers list and trained managers and associates on claim procedures to follow. Cut benefits costs by average of 16% quarterly in 2017 by negotiating favorable contracts and ensuring that company did not pay for benefits for which employees were ineligible. Wrote employee manual covering company policies, disciplinary procedures, code of conduct and benefits information. Introduced company’s first formal performance review program, creating a flexible and well-received tool that was later adopted company-wide. Revised job descriptions across all levels and 25+ categories. “Shadowed” and interviewed employees to construct an accurate picture of the duties and skills required for each position. Sedania Innovator Berhad Manager, Human Resources Petaling Jaya, Selangor March 2014 – December 2016 SEDANIA INNOVATOR is a public listed company providing ancillary services to the mobile subscribers in Malaysia, Bangladesh and Indonesia supported by 160 employees based in 3 job sites. Managed the Human Resources department with direct reports of 2.          Conducted extensive recruitment activities, accountable for filling approximately 8 positions per month including management, technical and professional positions. Involved in yearly salary survey and job evaluation process for 25 positions partnering with external consultant. Proposed and presented 8 remuneration papers for Managing & Executive Directors and C-suite employees and managed to get the proposals approved by Remuneration Committee and Board of Directors. Developed and introduced new employee on-boarding process to replace the current classroom orientation program resulting in 97% satisfaction record. Spearheaded succession planning initiative, resulting in reduction of top management (c-suite and directors) hiring expenses by approximately 30% over 2 years. Developed new recruitment strategy, reduced vacancy turnaround time from average of 60 days to 30 days. Attained 100% win rate in unfair/constructive dismissal claims. Rewrote old Employee Manual, including revising outdated policies to ensure compliance and adding new policies to attract the current group of workforce, successfully filled up the vacancies with 70% street smart millennials in complimenting with the Founder’s agenda. Involved in downsizing exercise based on the redundancy factor, from consultation meeting and documentations up to the implementation of the retrenchment. 100% acceptance with no regulatory issues lodged in IR Department. 1 WSA Group Assistant HR Manager Rawang, Selangor April 2013 – February 2014 An expanding SMI Group of Companies involve in manufacturing and marketing of automotive components and building materials. 700 employees and 3 manufacturing sites in Malaysia.    Provided HR leadership and due diligence for new manufacturing start up in Bukit Beruntung, Rawang in 2013, including a total of 200 workers. Launched new company wide Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) system, focusing effort on HR and General Services i.e. company car policy, communication policy, travel and expenses policy, and company credit cards policy. Successfully concluded new collective agreements with Union for Manufacturing site and the Commercial site. Improved efficiency in cost, benefits, salaries, and prerequisites aligned to local market trends, as well as corporate compensation guidelines to achieve financial goals. Genting Malaysia Berhad Assistant HR Manager Genting Highlands, Pahang April 2007 – March 2013 Responsible for full cycle high volume recruiting process to meet staffing requirements and administration of salary for Theme Park and Support Services Division (i.e. HR, Finance, IT, Engineering, Marketing and Promotion & Entertainment). Reported to AVP HR. Supervised 2 Sr HR Executives, 2 HR Executives and 2 Confidential Clerks       Identified and pre-qualified candidates by reviewing resumes, applications, job descriptions, pre-screening candidates, scheduled and prepared candidates for testing and second interviews, salary negotiations, offer letters, reference checks, and background checks Conducted New Hire Orientations covering company policies, procedures, processes and general employee relations issues. Established and maintained solid working relationships and partnerships with internal and external customers including hiring managers, vendors, colleges, employment agencies, and community business leaders to forecast and achieve key staffing initiatives. Developed, implemented and executed recruiting strategies and action plans to attract, screen, recruit, select and fill open positions in a timely and efficient manner. Reviewed time cards and payroll reports and verified staff attendance, hours worked and pay adjustments; posted information in the SAP Administered salary changes, transfers, retro pay, position changes, and terminations in SAP for Theme Park and Support Services Division payroll. RHB Bank Berhad Sr. Resourcing Executive Bangi, Selangor January 2006 – March 2007 Recruited for two major lines of business, Business Banking and Self Banking Divisions.     Performed full cycle recruiting on 35-40 job requisitions, averaging 25-30 hires per month Developed creative strategies to secure candidates utilizing the job portals, job fairs, social networks and colleges Met or exceeded hiring goals; maintained and reported all hiring and pipeline matrixes Successfully met affirmative action goals First World Hotels & Resorts SdnBhd HR Executive Genting Highlands, Pahang August 2002 – December 2005 Managed staffing for all positions within the casino resort's, 20 departments for the opening which includes 2 hotel towers of 6000 rooms, 4 Restaurant Outlets, and Casino floor.       Coordinated and executed over 30 career fairs which allowed for over 5,000 applicants to participate Partnered with 20+ hiring managers to create job descriptions, establish hiring process and administrative components of the onboarding and licensing processes. Created staffing job compendium report which tracks all onboarding steps in lieu of having a functioning HRMS system pre-opening Directed on-boarding, inclusive of conducting all New Hire Orientation trainings and pre-employment processes of background checks and pre-employment medical check-up and reference collection for 1000+ new hires within a 12 week timeframe. Designed leadership training for structured behavioral interviews and assessments in accordance with brand interviewing and selection strategy, incorporating the customer service behaviors. Responsible for all weekly HR reporting on the recruitment progress to the Group HR. 2 Hobbies & Interests Astronomy, Hiking and Travelling Professional Skills Organisation& Administration Communication & Employee Relations Conflict Management & Problem Solving Hiring & Recruiting Program Development & Implementation Policy/Procedure Creation & Enforcement Change Management Risk Assessment & Mitigation Strategic Planning Organisational Development : Advanced : Advanced : Advanced : Advanced : Advanced : Advanced : Intermediate : Intermediate : Advanced : Intermediate Languages English Bahasa Melayu : Fluent : Native 3