VIKNESWARI VINAYAGAM
HR Operations | Regional HR | International Mobility
Kuala Lumpur
Summary
Results-driven HR Operations professional with over 10 years of experience managing comprehensive HR functions in multinational environments. Demonstrated expertise in payroll governance, international mobility, and regional HR operations across APMEA and APAC regions. Recognized for enhancing HR efficiency, achieving 100% compliance, and collaborating with leadership to drive impactful business outcomes. Committed to leveraging strategic insights to foster a high-performance culture and optimize organizational effectiveness.
Responsive Human Resources Business Partner with well-rounded experience in all functional areas of HR, including labor law compliance, employee relations and performance management, leave of absence and ADA accommodations. Supports clients and effectively balances role of consultant and mentor with gatekeeper to control employer-related risks and grow client's management skills. Thrives on mentoring business owners and managers from small to mid-size employers with proven success at understanding unique business needs to establish genuine relationships as indispensable partner.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
HR Operations
BAT ASPAC Service Sdn Bhd / BAT GSD (KL) Sdn Bhd
01.2020 - Current
- Lead HR operations supporting regional stakeholders across APMEA, ensuring seamless lifecycle management for employees.
- Managed payroll operations for local and expatriate workforce with full statutory compliance (EPF, SOCSO, tax).
- Handled international mobility and immigration processes, ensuring timely approvals and compliance with regulations.
- Partnered with HRBPs on headcount planning, cost management, and reporting.
- Improved HR operational efficiency by streamlining processes and strengthening vendor coordination.
- Managed stakeholders including payroll, tax, and immigration vendors (Deloitte, Mercer, EY).
- Streamlined human resources operations by optimizing workflows and automating manual tasks.
- Spearheaded process improvements within human resources operations, reducing administrative overhead costs.
- Collaborated effectively with human resources team members to ensure seamless coordination of all recruitment-related activities.
- Served as a liaison between employees and Human Resources department regarding benefits inquiries or concerns resulting in streamlined issue resolution.
- Provided technical assistance with service operations and connected participants to external resources.
HR Executive
Idemia Malaysia Sdn Bhd
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Managed full-cycle payroll and recruitment processes.
- Supported APAC compensation & benefits initiatives.
- Coordinated performance management and salary review cycles.
- Handled employee relations and compliance audits.
HR Senior Executive
TravelBiz & Tours Sdn Bhd
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Led HR & Admin function and standardized policies across branches.
- Designed salary structures and improved appraisal systems.
- Managed payroll, recruitment, and disciplinary processes.
HR Executive
Sunfert International Fertility Centre
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Managed HR admin, payroll, recruitment, and compliance.
HR & Admin Executive
Infinite QL Sdn Bhd
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Handled full HR operations and administrative support.
Education
MBA - Human Resource Management
Universiti Tun Abdul Razak
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 04.2001 -
Bachelor's Degree - Human Resource Management
University of Greenwich
Skills
Employee lifecycle administration
Payroll process optimization
Global mobility expertise
Regional human resources management
Compensation management
Talent acquisition and workforce strategy
HR process optimization
Certification
Train the Trainer
Timeline
Ordinary Member of MIHRM
04-2026
Train the Trainer
03-2026
HR Operations
BAT ASPAC Service Sdn Bhd / BAT GSD (KL) Sdn Bhd
01.2020 - Current
HR Executive
Idemia Malaysia Sdn Bhd
01.2018 - 01.2020
HR Senior Executive
TravelBiz & Tours Sdn Bhd
01.2016 - 01.2018
HR Executive
Sunfert International Fertility Centre
01.2014 - 01.2016
HR & Admin Executive
Infinite QL Sdn Bhd
01.2012 - 01.2014
MBA - Human Resource Management
Universiti Tun Abdul Razak
04.2001 -
Bachelor's Degree - Human Resource Management
University of Greenwich
Core Expertise
- HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle
- Payroll Governance (100% accuracy & compliance)
- International Mobility & Immigration
- Regional HR Operations (APMEA)
- Compensation & Benefits
- Recruitment & Workforce Planning
- Performance Management
- HR Systems (SuccessFactors, HRIS)
- Employee Relations
- Vendor Management (Deloitte, Mercer, EY)
- Audit & Compliance
Certifications And Memberships
- Member, MIHRM
- Certified Trainer (Train-The-Trainer)