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Hajra Saleem
Global Executive Search Consultant | Strategic Project Lead | Inclusive Leadership Advocate
Overview
Global Executive Search Consultant and Project Lead with a proven track record in C-suite recruitment across EMEA, the Americas, and Asia-Pacific. Expert in talent mapping, stakeholder engagement, and inclusive leadership, having co-developed strategic workshops for major industrial groups. Combines deep recruitment expertise with technical project coordination and a background in educational strategy.
Experience
May 2026 – Aug 2026
WORK
HR Associate
The Ijaz Group
Lahore
Managed documentation, leave tracking, and attendance systems, supporting consistent implementation of HR policies firm-wide. Coordinated end-to-end recruitment for the finance and operations team, including candidate sourcing, conducting interviews, aligning hires with firm culture and strategy. Administered employee benefits documentation and processed insurance claims and reimbursements, liaising with external vendors. Coordinated internal events, surveys, and engagement initiatives that contributed to a positive employee experience. Partnered with leadership to align firm culture with organizational values, facilitating cross-cultural communication across geographically distributed teams. Supported HR policy implementation and labor law compliance, closing documentation gaps and strengthening internal record-keeping.
•Managed documentation, leave tracking, and attendance systems, supporting consistent implementation of HR policies firm-wide
•Coordinated end-to-end recruitment for the finance and operations team, including candidate sourcing, conducting interviews, aligning hires with firm culture and strategy
•Administered employee benefits documentation and processed insurance claims and reimbursements, liaising with external vendors
•Coordinated internal events, surveys, and engagement initiatives that contributed to a positive employee experience
•Partnered with leadership to align firm culture with organizational values, facilitating cross-cultural communication across geographically distributed teams
•Supported HR policy implementation and labor law compliance, closing documentation gaps and strengthening internal record-keeping
2025 – Aug 2025
WORK
IB PYP Teaching Assistant
Think and Grow International School
Lahore
Supported the homeroom teacher in implementing the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) framework, fostering inquiry-based learning among Early Years 2 students. Facilitated early literacy, numeracy, and communication skills through play-based learning, guided reading, and interactive storytelling sessions. Designed and delivered transdisciplinary units of inquiry that encouraged exploration, creativity, and conceptual understanding in young learners. Observed and documented student progress through formative assessments and anecdotal records, contributing to personalized learning strategies. Promoted a positive, inclusive classroom environment and actively contributed to the broader school community through the coordination and support of school events. Collaborated with lead teachers and the academic coordinator to align instructional practices with IB standards, while supporting classroom management strategies that fostered the IB Learner Profile attributes.
•Supported the homeroom teacher in implementing the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) framework, fostering inquiry-based learning among Early Years 2 students
•Facilitated early literacy, numeracy, and communication skills through play-based learning, guided reading, and interactive storytelling sessions
•Designed and delivered transdisciplinary units of inquiry that encouraged exploration, creativity, and conceptual understanding in young learners.
•Observed and documented student progress through formative assessments and anecdotal records, contributing to personalized learning strategies.
•Promoted a positive, inclusive classroom environment and actively contributed to the broader school community through the coordination and support of school events
•Collaborated with lead teachers and the academic coordinator to align instructional practices with IB standards, while supporting classroom management strategies that fostered the IB Learner Profile attributes
IB Primary Years Programme (PYP)
Aug 2024 – 2025
WORK
Senior Project Coordinator
vFairs
Remote
Strategic Support: Offer consultative guidance and project coordination to help clients maximize value from the platform. Client Partnership: Serve as a trusted advisor and primary liaison, fostering long-term client relationships and ensuring consistent engagement. Customer Success & Adoption: Drive satisfaction and product adoption by proactively addressing concerns and aligning solutions with client goals. Quality Oversight: Lead quality assurance efforts, including inspections and issue resolution, to uphold high standards and deliver excellence. Insights & Reporting: Monitor engagement and product quality metrics, providing actionable insights to support continuous improvement.
•Strategic Support: Offer consultative guidance and project coordination to help clients maximize value from the platform
•Client Partnership: Serve as a trusted advisor and primary liaison, fostering long-term client relationships and ensuring consistent engagement
•Customer Success & Adoption: Drive satisfaction and product adoption by proactively addressing concerns and aligning solutions with client goals
•Quality Oversight: Lead quality assurance efforts, including inspections and issue resolution, to uphold high standards and deliver excellence
•Insights & Reporting: Monitor engagement and product quality metrics, providing actionable insights to support continuous improvement
•Utilized JIRA to flag client requests to the engineering team and coordinate platform edits for upcoming virtual events.
vFairs PlatformJIRA
Sep 2023 – Feb 2024
WORK
Consultant
August Leadership
Lahore / Remote
Supported Partners in executing high-impact C-suite recruitment search mandates across the Americas, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific. Led full-cycle executive search mandates, including industry research, talent mapping, candidate evaluation, and stakeholder engagement. Developed client-facing materials - job descriptions, candidate briefs, and progress reports - ensuring data accuracy in Ezekia (CRM). Managed global stakeholders to deliver seamless execution of recruitment and business development initiatives. Drafted business proposals and nurtured client relationships to secure revenue-generating engagements. Streamlined CRM operations as a core member of the Ezekia Task Force; trained new hires and international partners on internal systems.
•Supported Partners in executing high-impact C-suite recruitment search mandates across the Americas, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific
•Led full-cycle executive search mandates, including industry research, talent mapping, candidate evaluation, and stakeholder engagement
•Developed client-facing materials - job descriptions, candidate briefs, and progress reports - ensuring data accuracy in Ezekia (CRM)
•Managed global stakeholders to deliver seamless execution of recruitment and business development initiatives
•Drafted business proposals and nurtured client relationships to secure revenue-generating engagements
•Streamlined CRM operations as a core member of the Ezekia Task Force; trained new hires and international partners on internal systems
Key Achievements
→Successfully placed a Head of Marketing in Japan for a German industrial goods manufacturer, overcoming cultural loyalty barriers by pitching the role as a high-impact turnaround opportunity.
→Simultaneously managed 5-8 high-impact C-suite search mandates across global markets at any given time.
Ezekia CRMLinkedIn Recruiter
2022 – Aug 2023
WORK
Research Consultant
August Leadership
Lahore / Remote
Supported Partners in executing high-impact C-suite recruitment search mandates across the Americas, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific. Led full-cycle executive search mandates, including industry research, talent mapping, candidate evaluation, and stakeholder engagement. Developed client-facing materials - job descriptions, candidate briefs, and progress reports - ensuring data accuracy in Ezekia (CRM). Managed global stakeholders to deliver seamless execution of recruitment and business development initiatives. Drafted business proposals and nurtured client relationships to secure revenue-generating engagements. Streamlined CRM operations as a core member of the Ezekia Task Force; trained new hires and international partners on internal systems.
•Supported Partners in executing high-impact C-suite recruitment search mandates across the Americas, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific
•Led full-cycle executive search mandates, including industry research, talent mapping, candidate evaluation, and stakeholder engagement
•Developed client-facing materials - job descriptions, candidate briefs, and progress reports - ensuring data accuracy in Ezekia (CRM)
•Managed global stakeholders to deliver seamless execution of recruitment and business development initiatives
•Drafted business proposals and nurtured client relationships to secure revenue-generating engagements
•Streamlined CRM operations as a core member of the Ezekia Task Force; trained new hires and international partners on internal systems
Ezekia CRM
Oct 2020 – Aug 2021
WORK
Program Officer, Dean’s Office
LUMS School of Education
Lahore / Hybrid
Managed faculty hiring strategy and operations for the School of Education. Successfully coordinated with a global pool of applicants to finalize a high-caliber shortlist with the faculty hiring committee for Spring’21. End-to-end lead on a collaborative project with the LUMS Daycare, where I managed a team of student interns from the 2021 Education, Leadership, and Management cohort to conduct engaging learning activities for children at the daycare facility. Co-led the school newsletter editorial board, designed and published two magazines. Prepared internal and external communication material for university offices, along with audit reports for donors. Facilitated and organized faculty and departmental committee meetings to devise school policy decisions. Worked closely with the Admissions and Placement Office to conduct mock interviews and networking events for postgraduate students.
•Managed faculty hiring strategy and operations for the School of Education
•Successfully coordinated with a global pool of applicants to finalize a high-caliber shortlist with the faculty hiring committee for Spring’21
•End-to-end lead on a collaborative project with the LUMS Daycare, where I managed a team of student interns from the 2021 Education, Leadership, and Management cohort to conduct engaging learning activities for children at the daycare facility
•Co-led the school newsletter editorial board, designed and published two magazines
•Prepared internal and external communication material for university offices, along with audit reports for donors
•Facilitated and organized faculty and departmental committee meetings to devise school policy decisions
•Worked closely with the Admissions and Placement Office to conduct mock interviews and networking events for postgraduate students
Key Achievements
→Managed a team of 15 student interns to deliver age-appropriate learning activities, easing the operational load for facility staff.
Nov 2020 – 2021
PART_TIME
Teacher Partner, Dot Online
Dot & Line Learning
Trained and certified as a Dot and Line Teacher Partner, specializing in delivering English and Math Premium Programs aligned with national curriculum standards for primary-level students. Conducted engaging demo sessions for prospective parents, effectively communicating program benefits and tailoring recommendations based on student needs and learning goals. Designed and delivered individualized lesson plans for primary and lower-middle school students, focusing on remedial education for learners affected by COVID-19-related school disruptions. Maintained progress tracking and provided regular feedback to parents, ensuring transparency and fostering a collaborative learning environment.
•Trained and certified as a Dot and Line Teacher Partner, specializing in delivering English and Math Premium Programs aligned with national curriculum standards for primary-level students
•Conducted engaging demo sessions for prospective parents, effectively communicating program benefits and tailoring recommendations based on student needs and learning goals
•Designed and delivered individualized lesson plans for primary and lower-middle school students, focusing on remedial education for learners affected by COVID-19-related school disruptions
•Maintained progress tracking and provided regular feedback to parents, ensuring transparency and fostering a collaborative learning environment
Project Portfolio
Present
School Newsletter Editorial Board
Co-lead / Designer
Co-led the school newsletter editorial board, designed and published two magazines for the LUMS School of Education.
Present
LUMS Daycare Collaborative Project
Project Lead
End-to-end lead on a collaborative project with the LUMS Daycare, where I managed a team of student interns from the 2021 Education, Leadership, and Management cohort to conduct engaging learning activities for children at the daycare facility.
Education
Aug 2016 – May 2020
Bachelor of Science (BSc.)
Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS)Specialization in Political Science
Societies & Activities
LUMS Emergency Medical Services Society
Jun 2015
Advanced Level
Bolton School Girls’ Division, United KingdomSpecialization in AQA
Jun 2013
General Certificate of Secondary Education
Bolton School Girls’ Division, United KingdomSpecialization in AQA and Edexcel
Impact & Recognition
Awards
Akhuwat · 2020
Akhuwat Fellowship Program
LUMS · 2020
Dean’s Honor List
Spring’20
LUMS Emergency Medical Services Society · 2018
Extended Counsil
2018-19
National Citizen Service · 2014
National Citizen Service Award
The Duke of Edinburgh's Award · 2013
Duke of Edinburgh Award
Bolton School, UK
Academic High Merit Award
A-levels and GCSEs
Professional Certifications
International Baccalaureate · 2025
IB Leading the Learning PYP
August Leadership · 2022
Inclusive Hiring and Leadership Programme
Saving9 and EMS LUMS · 2018
Medical First Respondent Training
Social Impact & Activities
2024
Global Partners Summit (UAE)OTHER
Global Partners Summit
Led a consulting team in organizing strategic business development for the Global Partners Summit
2022
Fatima Group Consulting EngagementWORKSHOP
Inclusive Leadership Workshop
Co-developed and facilitated an Inclusive Leadership workshop for Fatima Group - August Leadership’s first in-person consulting engagement in Pakistan
Skills & Interests
Executive Search
TECHNICAL
Ezekia CRM
TOOL
Recruitment
TECHNICAL
Microsoft Office365
TOOL
Google Workspace
TOOL
LinkedIn Recruiter
TOOL
Talent Mapping
TECHNICAL
JIRA
TECHNICAL
IB Primary Years Programme (PYP)
TECHNICAL
Medical First Respondent
TECHNICAL
Areas of Expertise
Stakeholder Engagement
Cross-cultural Communication
Inclusive Leadership
Communication
Working across multiple languages, enabling global collaboration and clear technical outreach.
English
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