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Asia Mathieson

Elgin,Moray

Summary

A dedicated HR Advisor with 4 years of experience in managing extremely complex employee relation cases such as disciplinaries, pay negotiations, performance and absence management. Skilled in advising on redundancies with experience handling large scale redundancies and individual at senior management level, ensuing compliance and sensitivity throughout. Extensive background in recruitment, onboarding and employee training with a track record of developing HR teams by training new staff. Established and led the Employee Forum for 3 years and co-ordinated large company wide events. Key contributor in the implementation of a new HR system, driving process improvement and user adoption. Recently completed a Masters in Human Resource Management, receiving an A in a dissertation that focused on sexual harassment in the workplace and creating a safe work environment. Seeking a new role to apply strong advisory and employee relations expertise and expand HR expertise.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Human Resources Advisor

Johnstons Of Elgin
Elgin, Morayshire
06.2021 - Current
  • Cultivated relationships to advise, guide and support departmental managers with employee relation issues.
  • Led full recruitment processed from sourcing, interviewing, selecting, onboarding, and inducting new employees resulting in the successful hiring of 400+ employees across multiple departments within tight deadlines.
  • Co-ordinated and delivered quality HR inductions to all new staff joining the business across multiple sites.
  • Managed complex employee relations cases including disciplinaries, grievance investigations, pay negotiations, performance management, and absence management.
  • Monitored employee absences against leave allowances, escalating to management as necessary to maintain optimal productivity.
  • Maintained and updated confidential employee records, ensuring information was accurately stored.
  • Controlled documentation for promotions and position changes, submitting change of contact paperwork within a given timeframe.
  • Conducted maternity and retirement meetings
  • Implemented the business Employee Forum which involved finding representatives from all areas of the business, organising training,, setting agendas and issuing minutes of meetings to improve communication and employee engagement.
  • Advised and supported on individual redundancies for senior management and large-scale, company-wide redundancy programs.
  • Delivered training and development sessions for new employees and 4 HR team members.
  • Coordinated and managed large-scale company events attended by 400+ employees collaborating with multiple internal and external stakeholders.
  • Played key role in implementation of a new HR system which will be rolled out to 1000+ employees, ensuring smooth adoption whilst also driving process improvements.
  • Conducted research and developed strategies to create safe and inclusive workplace environments, including initiatives addressing sexual harassment.
  • Provided guidance to managers and employees on HR policies, employment law, and best practice.
  • Maintained accurate HR records and generated management reports for internal stakeholders.
  • Supported payroll processes and implementation of a new benefits system company wide.
  • Assisted in workforce planning and succession planning activities.
  • Facilitated performance appraisal processes and supported employee development plans.
  • Monitored and ensured compliance with employment legislation and company policies.
  • Handled employee engagement surveys and feedback initiatives, driving action plans for improvement.
  • Supported change management initiatives, helping teams navigate significant organisational transitions effectively.
  • Maintained confidentiality and ethical handling of sensitive employee information.

AQL Inspector

Johnstons of Elgin
Elgin, Moray
09.2017 - Current
  • Carried out Acceptable Quality Level inspections of various products to ensure all elements of a finished product including presentation, labelling, measurements and embellishments met the standard of quality expected from the customer.
  • Worked closely with colleagues from both own department and other departments across the company to report quality issues and problems identified during inspections for swift resolution.
  • Carried out AQL inspections within allotted time frames to best maintain high standard of quality whilst not hindering overall productivity.
  • Maintained excellent levels of product standards through being involved with the Burberry Accreditation Programme.
  • Recorded results of inspections both physically and electronically which provided a database on information that could be accessed by management and the customer.

Education

Master of Science - Human Resource Management

Robert Gordon University
Aberdeen
09.2022 - 05.2025

Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences

Robert Gordon University
Aberdeen
09.2013 - 05.2017

Scottish Qualifications Certificate -

Elgin Academy
Elgin, Moray
06.2013

Skills

  • Employee Relations
  • Recruitment & Selection
  • Policy Implementation
  • Performance Management
  • Employment Law Compliance
  • HR Data Management
  • Training and Development
  • Problem Solving
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Communication Skills
  • Confidentiality & Ethics
  • Change Management
  • HR Systems

Affiliations

  • Baking
  • Reading
  • Gym

Certification

CIPD Associate Member Certification 18/07/2024

Mental Health First Aider Certification UHI June 2023

Interview Skills Certification UHI September 2023

Unconscious Bias for Recruitment and Managers Certification UHI June 2021



Timeline

Master of Science - Human Resource Management

Robert Gordon University
09.2022 - 05.2025

Human Resources Advisor

Johnstons Of Elgin
06.2021 - Current

AQL Inspector

Johnstons of Elgin
09.2017 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences

Robert Gordon University
09.2013 - 05.2017

Scottish Qualifications Certificate -

Elgin Academy

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