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Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory Of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Today, CXL has evolved into a technology-driven company. Having lived through the challenges brought about by the pandemic, I believe now more than ever we are able to play a bigger role to support the HR market here in Malaysia. From fulfilling staffing needs to payroll and HR outsourcing solutions, businesses are able to fill gaps in their workforce and ensure they remain compliant with payroll processed monthly, worry-free. Moving forward with The Ability Center, Japan, I remain committed to driving impactful technology solutions in the company and industry, but most importantly, involving the human element every step of the way.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

I transformed CXL Group into a digital-first Malaysian-led organisation. Key turnaround measures include introducing cutting-edge online human capital tools which led to enterprise-wide performance and productivity improvements in processes and the management of client services.1) Moved from a server/client base payroll solution to a cloud-based one, improving productivity2) Developed a mobile app for customers. In tandem with our ISO initiative, payroll processes was optimised.Achievements- Successfully moved the Group into a positive financial position within 12 months with a top-line growth of MYR40 million. The Group has become profitable and cash-flow independent for four years running.- Partnership development resulted in new engagements between 2015 to 2017 with local and global partners such as the strategic partnership with Times Software for Malaysia & Singapore.- Implemented a sophisticated gamification initiative to improve productivity. It led to increased motivation and performance.- Over six months and with a team of five, we successfully implemented ISO 9001:2015.- Restructured business units and product lines over two years refocusing on core business lines and reshuffled teams. Streamlined spending, including manpower allocation and rationalised the team.Thanks to these initiatives, we gained stronger industry recognition. - Our Contingent Workforce Division, recipient of the Gold Award - Best Staffing Firm category, HR Vendors of the Year Awards 2020- Our Payroll and HR Outsourcing Division, recipient of the Bronze Award, HR Vendors of the Year Awards 2020.Responsibilities- Reporting to the Group President, I oversee all aspects of the operations.- Drive technology improvements, sales strategies and coordinating strategic alliances (domestically and globally) including new partnerships and business opportunities.- Manage four business lines: Recruitment; Contingent Workforce; HR & Payroll Outsourcing; and HR Technology platform.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

One of the largest Malaysian management consulting, technology and outsourcing companies and a subsidiary of The iA Group.Achievements- Successfully established a brand-new Digital Business unit in The iAGroup, closing an MYR1.2 million deal within the first six months of operations. There were four key components: FinTech, Software Development, UI / UX and Cloud Solutions- Over the two years, I established strategic partnerships with key digital and payment services companies including Emerge, Amphibia Digital and Xgemina Technology. In particular, we were joint winners of a platform development project (worth MYR1 million) when Malaysia Airlines went through a retrenchment exercise wherein 6,000 people were retrenched.Responsibilities- Key team member who helped build the iA Digital Division covering cloud technology, digital services and payment solutions.- Led the growth of FinTech for the Group.- Evaluated & Identified other technology businesses for investment and growth of the digital units.- Charged with hiring talent for the digital business.- Strong engagement and relationship building with industry leaders and government agencies (particularly MDEC and MAGIC).

Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory Of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Malaysian company which holds a diversified portfolio of companies that specialise in management consulting, technology and outsourcing.Achievements- Successfully customised (design, initiation and implementation) a single platform. This was a sophisticated cloud-based Microsoft platform that we used to enhance productivity, improve customer service and internal collaboration across the group.Responsibilities- Oversaw the Technology and Infrastructure Support services for the entire Group including responsibility for technology infrastructure investment, all technology requirements of onsite projects, IT security, digitisation products and collaborative projects.- Designed and developed the process flow for the internal payroll system and automated payroll processing for the Payroll Outsourcing business.- Overall IT P&L responsibility for the group.

Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory Of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Leading Malaysian HR and outsourcing company, a subsidiary of the iA Group.Achievements- Successfully designed and built a cloud-based end to end recruitment and payroll platform. Together with our COO, I was a significant contributor to building CareerXcell with a top-line growth of MYR100 million within the first five years of operating.- Developed, from the ground up, a team of 50 consultants.Responsibilities - I was a key team member in setting up the CareerXcell Group as a startup, charged with the setup of the core technology platform for the recruitment and payroll business lines and also for marketing and corporate services.- Responsible for developing our marketing strategies including the digital aspects.

Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory Of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

A Fortune 500 American office staffing company that operates globally.Achievements- Over the first two years, I moved around the company in a number of roles including IT operations support, buyer, purchasing operations, vendor relations, merchandise planning, market/sales analyses and customer service.- I helped establish the Technology Education Group NIIT in Seremban.Responsibilities - Over the course of 10 years, I was responsible for the entire gamut of IT operations for Kelly Services Malaysia. However, I also supported Kelly Services Global by setting up the IT operations in the region including India, Indonesia and Hong Kong.

Higher Diploma, Higher Diploma In Network Centred Computing

Diploma In Information Technology (Ncc), Information Technology

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