Velika J

Chief People Officer

OKX • Full time

Nov 2022 - Present • 3 yrs 7 mos

Establish and implement HR efforts that effectively communicate and support the company's mission and strategic vision. -Strong expertise in designing and implementing salary structures, job levelling frameworks, and benefits programs. -Develop HR plans and strategies to support the achievement of the overall business operations objectives. -Function as a strategic business advisor to the executive/senior management of each business unit or specialty group regarding key organizational and management issues. -Work with the company's executive management team to establish a sound plan of management succession that corresponds to the strategy and objectives of the company. -Develop comprehensive strategic recruiting and retention plans to meet the human capital needs of strategic goals. -Develop and implement comprehensive compensation and benefits plans that are competitive and cost-effective. -Provide overall leadership and guidance to the HR function by overseeing talent acquisition, career development, succession planning, retention, training, leadership development, compensation and benefits.

Head of HR

Aviation Services Management • Full time

Dec 2019 - Nov 2022 • 2 yrs 11 mos

Leading the HR department processes and driving people management strategies. This includes coaching, mentoring and supporting staff members to identify their individual strengths and development needs, while championing an open, embracing culture of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) throughout the organisation. I ensure that the human resources programs and initiatives are implemented effectively and efficiently. I provide reports on all areas of HR, Payroll and Learning and Development, including the application of Employment Law, HR policy, best practice and workforce development. I advice and strategise on the development of effective employment policies across the company. Provide professional leadership, support and development to HR staff, in order to increase knowledge, share best practice and to ensure that relevant professional standards are met. Ensure that the company complies with current regulations, accepted professional standards, policies and procedures and legislation (including legislation on data protection, the Equality Act and health and safety). Manage the execution of the HR Strategy and core areas of the HR department including Recruitment, Employee Relations, Workforce Administration, Employee Engagement,Reward and Recognition, as well as maintaining and improving HR systems and management of the HR budget. Take a lead role in transforming and strengthening the organisational culture, ensuring that the company values and approach are displayed. Execute a plan for diversity, equality, and inclusion that aligns with company values, business strategy and commitments. Regularly coach, mentor and support senior and high-potential colleagues to identify individual strengths and development needs, develop and maintain effective relationships and encourage retention. Ensure managers are sufficiently skilled and enabled to access appropriate guidance and information to manage workforce issues.