Sreedevi Ajaykumar

HR Assistant | MSc Management (UoB) | People Operations Enthusiast

United Kingdom

About

I’m a people-focused HR and administrative professional with 2+ years of experience supporting recruitment, onboarding, and data management across corporate and higher education environments. My background spans HR operations, policy implementation, and student engagement, where I’ve helped streamline processes, improve retention, and enhance efficiency through data-driven decision-making. At Abhijith Preman & Co LLP, I achieved a 200% revenue increase by optimising HR frameworks, while at the University of Birmingham, I supported student engagement projects and cross-team coordination to deliver high-quality outcomes. I’m skilled in using Excel, Power BI, and HRIS platforms to manage workflows and produce meaningful insights. Recognised for my attention to detail, adaptability, and initiative, I thrive in collaborative settings where accuracy, communication, and organisation are key. Currently, I’m expanding my expertise in UK-based HR and higher education administration and plan to pursue CIPD Level 5 to further strengthen my professional practice.

Experience

  • Human Resources Assistant at The University of Sheffield
    Dec 2025 - Present · 8 mos

  • University of Birmingham ()
    • Global Engagement Strategy Intern
      Jul 2025 - Sep 2025 · 3 mos

      Supported the University’s Global Engagement Strategy through research, reporting, and administrative support. Conducted market research and benchmarking across international psychology departments, producing data-driven reports that informed senior leadership decisions on curriculum design and global positioning. Prepared briefing documents, correspondence, and agreements, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and compliance with organisational standards. Contributed to the review of articulation agreements and policy documents, applying data insights to strengthen governance processes. Provided meeting support and stakeholder liaison, maintaining accurate records and effective communication across teams.

    • Student Assistant
      Apr 2025 - Jul 2025 · 4 mos

      Co-created a digital resource hub that improved accessibility for students and reduced repetitive staff queries. Proofread and formatted content using SharePoint and Canva, ensuring clarity and professional presentation. Delivered administrative support to academic staff, including scheduling, document handling, and correspondence.

  • HR Consultant (Contract & Freelance Assignments) at Self-employed
    Oct 2023 - Jul 2024 · 10 mos

    Supported clients across the non-profit, ed-tech, and financial services sectors by providing end-to-end recruitment and HR administration. Filled over 30 roles while ensuring compliance and accurate record-keeping. Drafted and proofread policies, reports, and contracts to a professional standard, and implemented digital tools (Zoho, Slack, G-Suite) that improved administrative efficiency by 20%. Coordinated meetings, scheduling, and documentation to support business planning and governance. Contributed to policy development for a national non-profit by drafting and distributing HR documents aligned with compliance requirements.

  • Senior Human Resources and Operations Associate at One Future Collective
    May 2023 - Sep 2023 · 5 mos

  • HR and Admin Associate at APCALLP Chartered Accountants
    Sep 2021 - Jan 2023 · 1 yr 5 mos