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Sadhana Joseph
Employee Relations & People Partner
United Kingdom
Summary
CIPD Level 7 qualified HR professional with a Master's in Human Resource Management and Training and 15+ years of multi-sector experience, offering strong UK employment law and Employee Relations expertise.
Adept at conflict resolution, compliance, and workforce optimization, with a track record of reducing attrition by 15% and enhancing employee satisfaction . Strong leadership in talent acquisition, employee engagement, and organizational development, ensuring alignment with business goals.
Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
2
2
Certificates
4
4
Languages
Work History
Employee Relations Advisor
The Access Group
09.2024 - 09.2025
- Resolved complex and high-risk ER cases with zero tribunal escalation , safeguarding the organization legally and reputational while ensuring fair, compliant outcomes
- Delivered retention and engagement initiatives that reduced voluntary turnover by 15% , improved satisfaction scores, and strengthened organizational culture
- Led the full performance cycle with 100% on-time completion , streamlining processes to accelerate leadership decision-making and improve accountability
- Implemented wellbeing, talent and succession programs that reduced sickness absence and built strong internal leadership pipelines
- Partnered closely with senior leaders to align HR strategy with business objectives, workforce planning and organizational priorities
- Drive people strategy, employee experience, talent development and compliance, ensuring a high-performance and inclusive workplace culture
- Oversee full HR operations and complex employee relations, delivering compliant, people-focused solutions that support culture, engagement and business goals.
People Advisor
Outfox the Market
06.2023 - 04.2024
- Advised leaders and employees on policies, benefits, compensation and HR programs, ensuring consistent application and fair decision-making across the organization
- Designed and delivered retention initiatives that reduced voluntary turnover by 15% and improved employee engagement scores
- Standardized end-to-end recruitment processes, resulting in a 30% increase in qualified candidates and faster time-to-hire
- Streamlined HR operations by enhancing HRIS utilization, improving data accuracy, reporting capability and overall process efficiency
- Oversaw payroll operations with 100% accuracy and strict confidentiality of sensitive employee information
- Supported organizational change programs through clear communication, stakeholder engagement and employee transition support
- Delivered structured onboarding and role-specific training for new hires, accelerating time-to-productivity and strengthening capability across teams
- Partnered with senior management on workforce planning initiatives, aligning talent, skills and organizational needs with strategic business goals
HR Service Delivery Senior Analyst – Team Lead
Accenture
05.2020 - 08.2022
- Led succession planning and role evaluations for 90,000+ employees , strengthening career paths and improving internal mobility
- Redesigned performance management frameworks, driving higher engagement, productivity and improved talent development outcomes for client groups
- Partnered with cross-functional stakeholders to identify operational gaps and implement improvements that enhanced efficiency and service delivery
- Demonstrated strong leadership and role-modelling, promoting professionalism, accountability and alignment with organizational values
HR Consultant
AAG Events / American Breeze
07.2017 - 11.2019
HR Business Partner
ABCD Studios (Event Management)
05.2013 - 04.2017
Assistant HR Manager
Broadcast Middle East
01.2008 - 01.2011
HR Executive
The Executive Office of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed
01.2007 - 01.2008
Education
Master of Science - Masters in Human Resource Management & Training
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Majors in Psychology & Sociology
04.2001 -
Certification
CIPD Level 7 Certified, CIPD
Software
Accomplishments
- Employee Relations & Retention – Managed high-volume casework , including grievances, disciplinary actions, and performance management, ensuring compliance and fairness
- Change & TUPE Management – Led TUPE processes for business acquisitions, ensuring smooth transitions and mitigating legal risks
- HR Strategy & Policy Development – Designed and implemented policies that enhanced compliance and reduced liabilities by 20%
- Performance & Succession Planning – Developed robust frameworks that improved employee productivity by 30% and leadership pipeline efficiency
- Data-Driven HR Decisions – Analyzed workforce metrics to drive insights, reducing time-to-hire by 25% and optimizing cost efficiencies
- HR Systems & Compliance – Proficient in Workday, Access Assist, PeopleHR, ServiceNow, BambooHR, and other HRIS platforms to automate HR functions and drive efficiency
Work Availability
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Timeline
Employee Relations Advisor - The Access Group
09.2024 - 09.2025
People Advisor - Outfox the Market
06.2023 - 04.2024
HR Service Delivery Senior Analyst – Team Lead - Accenture
05.2020 - 08.2022
HR Consultant - AAG Events / American Breeze
07.2017 - 11.2019
HR Business Partner - ABCD Studios (Event Management)
05.2013 - 04.2017
Assistant HR Manager - Broadcast Middle East
01.2008 - 01.2011
HR Executive - The Executive Office of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed
01.2007 - 01.2008
University of Leicester - Master of Science, Masters in Human Resource Management & Training
04.2001 -
University of Mumbai - Bachelor of Arts, Majors in Psychology & Sociology
04.2001 -
Community Service
- Leicester Animal Aid (LAA), 01/01/23, Present, Volunteering in pet product distribution and shelter support
- University of Leicester ‘Big Sleep' Event, 01/01/23, Fundraising and support for homeless initiatives
- Dubai Cares Initiative, 01/01/07, Assisted in setup for educational initiatives targeting poverty reduction