Vanessa Sankaran
HR Business Partner
Summary
Strategic and adaptable HR professional with a strong foundation in Recruitment, Employee Engagement, HR Operations, and Policy Development. Proven ability to support both executive and frontline talent needs, streamline HR processes, and drive initiatives that align with organizational goals. Experienced across fashion, media, agency, and startup sectors.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Senior Executive, Human Resources
Singapore Fashion Council
01.2023 - Current
- Recruited talent across departments including Finance, Marketing, and Partnerships; expanded to managerial roles in 2024
- Managed Internship Program in partnership with IHLs
- Created onboarding content; streamlined offboarding processes
- Proposed and drafted frontline HR Handbook
- Supported payroll processing
- Managed annual group insurance review and renewal
- Managed annual appraisal cycle; implemented 360 feedback
HR Operations & Marketing
Willia Estate
11.2021 - 01.2023
- Recruited freelance team and managed full onboarding cycle
- Led content creation for marketing materials and sales tools
- Executed targeted campaigns to generate qualified leads
People Executive, APAC
Lewis Global Communications
04.2021 - 11.2021
- Handled induction, training, and benefits setup for APAC hires
- Shortlisted junior/mid-level candidates and managed trainee hiring for RISE Academy
- Supported employer branding and internal communications across APAC/EMEA
HR Executive
mm2 Entertainment
01.2020 - 04.2021
- Managed recruitment, onboarding, grants administration for all business entities
- Recruited trainees via SGUnited and GRT programme, achieving cost savings
- Managed HR admin and work pass processes across business entities
Education
Bachelor of Commerce (IB & Marketing) -
Murdoch University
AustraliaSkills
Talent Acquisition & Onboarding
Employee Relations & Engagement
HR Policy Development
Payroll & Benefits
Training Needs Analysis
Performance Management
HRIS & Data Administration
Compliance & MOM Regulations
Certification
Overview of Employment Law in Singapore, Workplace Discrimination & Harassment by SBF, 2024
Personal Information
Nationality: Singaporean
Timeline
Senior Executive, Human Resources
Singapore Fashion Council
01.2023 - Current
HR Operations & Marketing
Willia Estate
11.2021 - 01.2023
People Executive, APAC
Lewis Global Communications
04.2021 - 11.2021
HR Executive
mm2 Entertainment
01.2020 - 04.2021
Bachelor of Commerce (IB & Marketing) -
Murdoch University