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Nadia Jamal

Milton,Ontario

Summary

Over 9 years of progressive experience in HR leadership roles, encompassing the full range of Human Resource Management functions in Unionized and Non Unionized environment.

HR strategies and initiatives aligned with Canadian employment laws and regulations, including the Employment Standards Act (ESA), Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), Human Rights Legislation, and AODA.

- Holds a Bachelor’s degree with a post-graduate certificate in Human Resource Management.

- Certified Workplace Harassment Investigator through HRPA and a certified Joint Health and Safety Committee Member (Ontario).

- Currently pursuing the Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL) designation.

- Proficient in HR technologies including SAP, PEOPLESOFT, ORACLE, and LinkedIn Recruiter.

- Strong problem-solving, relationship-building, and communication skills with a commitment to delivering timely, responsive, and confidential HR services.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCE SPECIALIST

ArcelorMittal Long Products Canada
Hamilton, ON
01.2018 - Current
  • Provided expert advice on navigating employment laws, regulations, and compliance requirements, ensuring client organizations remained up-to-date on best practices.
  • Assisted leader with workforce planning initiatives by analyzing current resource allocations and identifying areas for improvement or adjustment.
  • Oversaw annual performance review process for 30 staff, providing guidance to managers on setting goals and measuring employee progress
  • Implemented policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal, provincial and company regulations such as training documentation, Orientation and integration.
  • Structured compensation and benefits according to market conditions and budget demands such vacation and floater days.
  • Managed employee relations issues professionally, resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
  • Processed employee claims involving performance issues
  • Motivated employees through special events, incentive programs, and constructive feedback.
  • Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires bolstering position knowledge and skillset.
  • Enhanced employee performance by implementing new training programs and organizational strategies.
  • Designed training programs, lunch and Learn to enhance employee skills, increasing productivity and performance levels.
  • Developed high-performing teams through strategic coaching and mentoring initiatives for managers and supervisors.
  • Promoted culture of continuous improvement, implementing best practices in adult education methodologies across organization.
  • Optimised departmental performance with thorough needs assessments, aligning training programs to business objectives.
  • Managed SST platform, uploading e-learning content, setting up courses, enrolling users, tracking progress, and generating reports.
  • Developed and implemented new programs based on leading inclusion and diversity practices using project management principles.
  • Enhanced employee retention by implementing effective talent management strategies including training
  • Collaborated with management to develop succession planning strategies for key leadership roles within the organization.
  • Successfully implemented HR technology solutions including SAP HR, Fiori, and Oracle, collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet organizational needs.

HUMAN RESOURCE SPECIALIST

MelangeWorks HR Consulting - Clients Served:
02.2012 - 01.2018

Clients Served: Guelph Hydro, Halton ADAPT, BayShore

  • Achieved successful client outcomes by identifying and addressing their unique needs and goals.
  • Policy Development and Implementation for all 3 companies
  • Orientation and Company hand book
  • Company-wide strategies and programs focused on on-boarding, career management and succession planning.
  • Change management.
  • HR Audits - data accuracy in personnel files, payroll records, and benefit enrolments.

Education

Post-Graduate Human Resource Management Certificate -

Sheridan College
Oakville, ON
12.2009

Bachelor of Science Degree in Applied Mathematics -

University of Toronto
Toronto, ON
12.2005

Skills

  • Strategic Business Leadership
  • Talent Acquisition
  • Diversity and Inclusion
  • Learning and Development
  • Performance Management
  • Policy Development and Legal Compliance
  • Change Management and Organizational Development
  • Health, Safety, and Wellness

Certification

Certified Workplace Investigator, HRPA

Professionalassociations

  • Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA), Member
  • HRPA Halton, Board of Director Program and Development

Volunteer Experience

Director of Program and Development, Human Resource Professional Association, 2015 to 2022. 

Leveraged partnership with HRPA chapters; Conducted research on HR programs that are aligned to current Employment Legislation such as Employment Standards, AODA, Human Rights Legislation, Workplace Violence and Sexual Harassment Law, Employment Equity; Wellness; HR Strategies; etc. 

Organized Seminars, Professional Development Workshops and Webinars for the members. 

Played a critical role in building and driving the strategies for the members’ Professional Development. 

Key player in organizing Employment Networking workshops including but not limited to resume building, Interview skills, networking etc. for people in transition or new immigrants.

Timeline

SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCE SPECIALIST

ArcelorMittal Long Products Canada
01.2018 - Current

HUMAN RESOURCE SPECIALIST

MelangeWorks HR Consulting - Clients Served:
02.2012 - 01.2018

Post-Graduate Human Resource Management Certificate -

Sheridan College

Bachelor of Science Degree in Applied Mathematics -

University of Toronto
Nadia Jamal