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Meet the TWMA Team.
Princy Rajan shares her valuable insights and wealth of experience in a recent Q&A:
13 December 2024
- Name, job title and length of time working for TWMA.
My name is Princy Rajan, I am the UAE HR Manager and have been with TWMA for 8 years.
- What inspired you to pursue a career in Human Resources?
I pursued a profession in Human Resources because I’m passionate about people and believe that employee wellbeing is at the heart of every organisation's success. With over 14 years of experience within HR in the UAE, I’m committed to creating workplaces where talent thrives, and business goals are aligned with employee growth.
- With over 14 years of Human Resource experience in the UAE, tell us more about your journey with TWMA.
My journey at TWMA has been transformative, inspiring and rewarding. I began my career with TWMA as a HR Advisor and as the company grew, I progressed to my current HR Manager role.
TWMA is invested in my career progression, offering invaluable support, time and financial resources to help me successfully complete both my CIPD Level 5 and 7 qualifications. The knowledge and skills I have gained through this development are integrated into everything I do, allowing me to deliver significant value to both the team and organisation.
I’m proud to be part of TWMA’s team and my focus is to always ensure the HR department’s initiatives complement our business goals.
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What are your key responsibilities at TWMA, and what aspect of your role do you find most fulfilling?
My journey at TWMA began with the exciting challenge of establishing the UAE HR department, where I built a team of highly skilled professionals and embedded employee wellbeing as a core aspect of our culture. In my role I oversee strategic HR initiatives for the UAE region, ensuring alignment with business goals, driving performance, and enhancing employee engagement.
The most fulfilling aspect of my role is fostering a supportive and innovative workplace where people feel valued, empowered, and inspired to grow. Helping individuals and teams thrive while contributing to the company’s success is both rewarding and motivating, as it highlights the impact of putting people at the heart of what we do. I am deeply invested, alongside our leadership team, in championing our teams’ success and growth here at TWMA.
- What’s it like to work for TWMA in the UAE and what does a typical day look like for you?
Working for TWMA in the UAE is both dynamic and rewarding, driven by a strong commitment to ensuring TWMA is an enjoyable place to work.
A typical day for me involves collaborating with leaders, supporting employee development, and fostering a positive work culture. Whether it’s strategising for future growth, resolving challenges, or celebrating successes, every day brings new opportunities to make a meaningful impact on both our people and TWMA’s success.
- In your opinion, how does TWMA uphold its core values?
In my opinion, TWMA upholds its core values by placing people at the forefront of everything we do.
We prioritise people, foster a culture of collaboration, and maintain a strong commitment to giving back. Through these efforts, we ensure that our success is not only measured by business achievements but also by the difference we make in the world.
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TWMA has a long standing, highly skilled workforce. What strategies do you use to attract and retain this talent, especially in such a competitive region?
At TWMA, we attract and retain top talent by focusing on continuous learning and development, ensuring our workforce remains highly skilled and engaged. We offer competitive compensation, career progression opportunities, and job relevant training programs that leads to professional growth. These strategies enable us to remain competitive in the UAE, while ensuring that our employees are aligned with our core values.
- What is your approach to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace?
My approach to promoting diversity and inclusion at TWMA is centred on creating a welcoming and respectful environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute.
We prioritise inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all. I work closely with leadership teams to implement training programs that raise awareness of unconscious biases and encourage open dialogue. At TWMA,we foster a culture that celebrates diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences, driving innovation and team collaboration.
- Tell us a bit about life outside of TWMA
I value work-life balance and enjoy hanging out with friends both at work and outside of it.My love for plants and painting gives me a creative outlet and helps me unwind and express myself. I engage and participate in UAE’s thriving art scene, attending exhibitions and events. To maintain a healthy and balanced lifestyle, I include fitness into my daily routine and place value on eating healthily and being active.
Princy Rajan - UAE HR Manager
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