Nigar Aliyeva
Baku
Summary
Proactive HR professional with 20+ years in international non-profit, oil and gas, and events sectors. Skilled in agency and in-house recruitment, generalist HR support for global clients, contract administration, payroll management, HR policies, and employee relations. Strong project coordination skills with ability to hire professional staff in short terms. Creates a positive work environment by managing employee relations, addressing concerns, and implementing initiatives that enhance employee satisfaction and engagement
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Group Recruitment and Talent Acquisition
Pepsi Bottlers Azerbaijan (Mars Overseas Baku LTD)
08.2023 - Current
- Lead a dynamic team as the Head of Group Recruitment and Talent Acquisition, guiding strategic recruitment initiatives across various departments
- Oversee the complete talent acquisition process, ensuring a smooth and positive candidate experience from sourcing to onboarding
- Manage all issues, policies, and procedures related to personnel, including recruitment and hiring of staff, employee training and development, KPI, compensation, and benefits
- Leverage industry best practices to attract, assess, and secure high-caliber candidates ensuring alignment of HR processes with overall business objectives.
Sr. Talent Acquisition Specialist
SOCAR-AQS
06.2020 - 08.2023
- Develop and implement effective talent acquisition strategies aligned with organizational objectives
- Build strong connections with hiring managers to understand their staffing needs and efficiently fill open positions with precision and speed
- Host pre/interview & wash-up sessions meetings with hiring managers and perform HM & candidate satisfaction analysis
- Lead annual workforce planning collaboratively with HMs, utilizing data-driven insights to optimize recruitment strategies and drive continuous improvement
- Carry out annual Internship Programs as a part of CSR Projects for final year Bachelor Degree Students of
local higher schools
Head of HR
XV Summer European Youth Olympic Festival (EYOF)
02.2019 - 08.2019
- Performed bulk recruitment of 811 of staff for the operations period. and dissolution of whole team within 1 day.
- Provide quality and timely HRM services to the entire committee efficiently, leading a small team of 5 members
- Oversee HR administrative functions, maintaining accurate records, ensuring compliance with policies, and streamlining processes to enhance overall operational efficiency
- Strategically plan and execute the dissolution process, managing legal and compliance aspects to ensure a smooth transition for the workforce and the organization
HR Manager
TP Engineering And Consultancy LLC
10.2017 - 02.2019
- Develop and execute talent acquisition strategies for Baku and Moscow offices, ensuring alignment with organizational goals
- Lead the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance and fostering a positive workplace culture
- Launch and implement a performance management process to improve employee productivity and satisfaction
- Manage CSR initiatives, particularly an internship program with Baku Higher Oil School, promoting community engagement and talent development
Sr. HR Manager/Recruitment
Azerbaijan Islamic Solidarity Games Operations Committee (AISGOC)
07.2016 - 05.2017
- Efficiently organized recruitment operations by leading, coaching, and training a team of 3 recruitment coordinators
- Delivered timely and quality services, responding quickly to client requests by sourcing, selecting, and submitting high-caliber candidates
HR Coordinator / Recruitment
Baku City Circuit Operations Company / Formula 1
01.2016 - 06.2016
HR Services Manager
Baku European Games Operations Committee (BEGOC)
11.2013 - 06.2015
- Successfully established HR policies and achieved significant accomplishments in recruiting top-tier talent for sport operations and support roles
- Liaise and advise the HR Resourcing Services team in providing a comprehensive, professional and
customer focused HR services and advice to Functional Area Heads and Managers - Develop and implement HR strategy and people management policies in support of the achievement of
project aims and objectives - Oversee recruitment and selection activities, working with the FA management throughout the process,
ensuring that BEGOC’s Recruitment & Selection policy is adhered to and costs are minimised
Contracts and Mobilization Consultant
Petroplan Limited
11.2012 - 11.2013
Education
Honor’s Diploma in Teaching English At A Secondary -
Azerbaijan State Institute of Foreign Languages
Certificate of English Language Teaching To Adults
International House, Prague / Czech RepublicCertified Human Resource Manager (CHRM)
Leoron Professional Development Institute2018
Skills
- Recruitment Expertise
- Performance Management
- HR Policy Development
- Training and Development
Languages
Azerbaijani
Native language
Russian
Proficient
C2
English
Proficient
C2
Italian
Intermediate
B1
Timeline
Head of Group Recruitment and Talent Acquisition
Pepsi Bottlers Azerbaijan (Mars Overseas Baku LTD)
08.2023 - Current
Sr. Talent Acquisition Specialist
SOCAR-AQS
06.2020 - 08.2023
Head of HR
XV Summer European Youth Olympic Festival (EYOF)
02.2019 - 08.2019
HR Manager
TP Engineering And Consultancy LLC
10.2017 - 02.2019
Sr. HR Manager/Recruitment
Azerbaijan Islamic Solidarity Games Operations Committee (AISGOC)
07.2016 - 05.2017
HR Coordinator / Recruitment
Baku City Circuit Operations Company / Formula 1
01.2016 - 06.2016
HR Services Manager
Baku European Games Operations Committee (BEGOC)
11.2013 - 06.2015
Contracts and Mobilization Consultant
Petroplan Limited
11.2012 - 11.2013
Honor’s Diploma in Teaching English At A Secondary -
Azerbaijan State Institute of Foreign Languages
Certificate of English Language Teaching To Adults
Certified Human Resource Manager (CHRM)
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