Sharmila Devi Kunasekaran

Recruiter with PwC

WP. Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

About

I am a dynamic, strong and well-rounded hands-on HR Generalist with 20 years of experience across several industry sectors. Experienced in start-ups and established, local and multinational companies. My ability to build solid relationships has enabled me to provide strategic input, coach in difficult circumstances and be a trusted advisor. As an experienced member of the broader HR function I have managed and delivered HR specific projects alongside key business deliverables. I enjoy mentoring other members of the HR team and providing exposure to learning opportunities when possible. High energy individual that consistently delivers results. I am an employee advocate and at the same time balances the needs of the employees with the business.

Experience

  • Recruiter at PwC Malaysia
    May 2016 - Present · 10 yrs 2 mos

    Experienced in recruiting for Tax, Global Mobility Service and Digital roles (IT and Marketplace). Currently recruiting for Internal Firm Services i.e. Human Capital, Finance, Business Development Centre, Facilities & Services, Risk, Independence, & Quality, Internal Audit, Academy, etc.

  • HR Manager at SPE-Asia Pacific (M) Sdn Bhd
    Jun 2014 - Sep 2015 · 1 yr 4 mos

    • Reported to the local office Managing Director on all matters and served as a member of the local Management Team. • Partnered with the business to restructure departments into well functioning service provider to the business and cost effective. • Implemented weightage in the assessment of annual review for KL office. • Prepared cost analysis report on retrenchment and worked with the business on revamping the technical roles to be more cost effective. • Revamped the recruitment strategies to be more cost effective and efficient. • Discontinued the services of an insurance agent due to inefficiency. Appointed an insurance broker that resulted in better benefit with decrease in cost to the business. • Produced Monthly HR Report with analysis of key HR data such as turnover, retention, recruitment, length of service, recommendations, etc. • Worked with the Organisation Transformation Programme (OTP) Steering Committee and the training consultant on the design and delivery of the OTP. • Worked with the CSR team and successfully implemented recycling project and fund collection for Malaysian Nature Society (MNS).

  • HR Delivery Manager at BT Global Technology (M) Sdn Bhd
    Sep 2012 - Feb 2014 · 1 yr 6 mos

    • Reported to the Head of Shared Services, APAC in Melbourne. Dotted line reporting to local Managing Directors and HRBPs in UK. • Responsible for full spectrum of HR for the KL office and led a team of 3 employees. • Provided leadership and guidance to Line Managers and HRBPs of various Lines of Business (LOBs) and regional HR counterparts in Singapore, India and UK. • Provided job market demographics for manpower planning and new business expansions. Educated expats managers on Malaysian culture, do’s and don’ts. • Drive high performance culture and positive employee relations. Coached managers on goal setting, measures, differentiating performance and levelling.  Guided the HRBPs on handling underperformance issues and preparation of documents.  Successfully solved employee grievances that led to better employee engagement. • Supported Line Managers with absence management, off-cycle salary reviews and negotiation; and exit processes. Designed training programme to educate the business on managing absenteeism and tardiness.  High employee turnover and exit interview result shared with the HRBP and actions implemented. • Spearheaded the benefits review project. Worked with stakeholders. • Improved processes and HR services to the business.  Implemented e-Payslip.  Simplified the payroll process by agreeing on KPIs with the payroll service provider.  Revamped the new hire induction programme. • Provided guidance on Domestic Inquiry to Line Managers. • Handled retrenchment and mutual separation. • Worked with internal project team and external consultant to establish global HR policies. • Engaged the Learning Partners in UK on qualifying training providers. Coached managers to use the training matrix and utilize the online on-demand trainings. Cost savings.. • Managed smooth transfer of employees to new legal entity. • Managed payroll for all LOBs in Malaysia, • Worked on continuous improvement of the HR Delivery Team.

  • Manager - Human Capital at PwC
    Jul 2012 - Sep 2012 · 3 mos

    Sourced for experienced candidates for Tax and Advisory Services.

  • HR Manager at Esprit
    May 2012 - May 2012 · 1 mo