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Shalini Sawhney

Enthusiast · DISC type i
Head Human Resources - Middle East at Thermo Fisher Scientific
📍 United Arab Emirates

Shalini is a commercially focused HR leader with over 12 years of experience, primarily in financial services. As Head of HR for the Middle East at Thermo Fisher Scientific, she aligns HR strategy with business needs. Colleagues describe her as dedicated, level-headed, responsive, and collaborative, with certifications in Brain-Based Coaching and as a Strengths Finder Coach.

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Experience
29 Years
Current Role
Head Human Resources - Middle East
Location
United Arab Emirates
Personality Overview

How Shalini shows up

Consensus Focused
Story Driven
Amiable & Agreeable

Unlike D or C types, they are convinced more by stories and testimonials. They prefer to build relationships rather than staying totally transactional. They are generally friendly, so be careful when relying on their word.

Priorities

Topics Shalini cares about

Strategic HR Alignment
Her focus is on aligning HR objectives and strategy directly with commercial business needs to provide effective solutions.
Business Acumen in HR
Emphasizes a strong commercial focus and business acumen to drive bottom-line performance through HR initiatives.
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Career

Work history

2-2015
Head Human Resources - Middle East
Thermo Fisher Scientific
4-2006 - 1-2015
HR, Business Partner
Standard Chartered Bank
4-2004 - 3-2006
Human Resources Officer
Standard Chartered Bank
1-2002 - 3-2004
Human Resources Administrator
Standard Chartered Bank
3-2000 - 12-2001
Personal Assistant to the Regional Head of Information Technology, Middle East & Pakistan
Standard Chartered Bank
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Education
2007 - 2011
MA HRM
Middlesex University
Bachelor's Degree
Jadavpur University
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Influence (I)

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