Senior Executive - Resource Management

Overview

At ADL, Resource Management is a strategic function that drives operational excellence and business growth by ensuring optimal deployment of our talent pool. As a Senior Executive Resource Person, you will play a pivotal role in leading the resource management function, driving workforce strategies, mentoring junior team members, and partnering with leadership to align resource allocation with organizational priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Resource Planning: Lead the planning and forecasting of resource demand across multiple business units to align with company goals and client commitments
• Workforce Optimization: Monitor and drive optimal resource utilization, balancing profitability, efficiency, and employee development
• Leadership & Mentorship: Guide and mentor executive/junior resource managers, fostering capability growth and professional development within the RM team
• Skill Gap Management: Anticipate future workforce requirements, identify critical skill gaps, and collaborate with HR/L&D to drive upskilling initiatives
• Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the primary point of contact for business leaders, delivery managers, and project heads on strategic resourcing decisions
• Governance & Reporting: Oversee the use of RM tools, dashboards, and reporting frameworks to ensure accuracy, transparency, and data-driven decisions
• Change & Process Improvement: Champion continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen RM practices, policies, and automation

Collaboration and Support

• Cross-Functional Leadership: Partner with senior leadership across Delivery, HR, Finance, and Operations to align workforce strategies with business outcomes
• Executive Communication: Present insights, forecasts, and recommendations to senior stakeholders, enabling informed decision-making
• Strategic Meetings: Represent the RM function in leadership forums, steering committees, and strategic workforce planning discussions
• Technology & Tools: Lead the adoption of advanced RM tools and data driven models to enhance forecasting and efficiency

Person Specifications

Education and Experience

• Degree Qualification: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, or related field
• Experience: Senior Executive 3+ years of progressive experience in Resource Management, Workforce Planning, or related domains, with at least 2+ years in a senior role

Skills

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to connect workforce planning with business objectives and long-term goals
• Analytical Skills: Strong expertise in data-driven decision-making, forecasting, and trend analysis
• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead teams, influence stakeholders, and drive cross-functional collaboration
• Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and negotiation skills for engaging with leadership and teams
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced proficiency in RM tools, analytics platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint)

Abilities

• Decision-Making: Strong ability to make complex resource allocation decisions balancing business needs and employee growth
• Process Improvement: Track record of implementing scalable and efficient workforce management processes
• Collaboration: Skilled in driving alignment among diverse teams and senior stakeholders
• Problem-Solving: Ability to anticipate challenges and proactively develop solutions

Attitudes

• Strategic & Proactive: Forward-thinking mindset with strong organizational skills
• Ethical & Professional: Commitment to integrity, fairness, and transparent decision-making
• Adaptability: Resilient and flexible in navigating change and dynamic business needs
• People-Centric: Advocates employee growth while ensuring business success