Umer A.

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About Umer A.

Welcome to my LinkedIn profile! With over 6+ years of experience in the People function, I've had the privilege of contributing to Pakistan's leading tech startups during their hyper-growth phase. Through these experiences, I've come to realize that intricate HR challenges find their solutions at the intersection of data-driven insights and a people-centric approach. From scaling recruitment to fixing bottlenecks in people operations, I've seen it all!Certain philosophies guide my work, outlined below:Recruitment Philosophy:I believe in enhancing internal candidate evaluation systems, placing less emphasis on superficial credentials and more on the intrinsic potential individuals bring to the table. Resumes don't always capture unique accomplishments.Talent Philosophy:Every individual holds greatness, despite weaknesses. Assessing them based on strengths unlocks impact. Strength prevails over weakness.Work Philosophy:Initiative and ownership define me. I drive progress without waiting for permission, embracing the 'Seek forgiveness, not permission' mindset.I firmly believe that optimizing and automating processes, alongside a reliance on data, can propel an organization onto an exponential growth trajectory. This belief drives my proficiency with the following tools.HR Tools:Bamboo HR | Greenhouse | Breezy HR | Peakon | LatticeTask Management:Asana | ClickUpData Analytics & Visualization:Power BI | Python | SQL | MS ExcelAutomation:Zapier