2024 JUDGE’S PROFILE

Nor Azliza Rahman
Chief People Officer
Affin Hwang Investment Bank
Nor Azliza Abd Rahman, known as Liza, brings over two decades of extensive Human Resources expertise, spanning multinational corporations (MNCs) and local organisations, with a primary focus on the financial industry.
Her professional journey commenced at Standard Chartered Bank, where she honed her skills in diverse HR operational roles, subsequently transitioning into strategic positions across various banking institutions. Currently serving as the Chief People Officer at Affin Hwang Investment Bank and heading Group Talent Management for Affin Group where Liza oversees succession planning, actively contributing to identifying, nurturing and developing the Group’s talent pool.
Liza’s career journey reflects a spectrum of HR functions, demonstrating proficiency in strategic HR, operations, project management and shared services. Notably, Liza is a certified coach accredited by the Malaysian Association, along with being certified “Strengths Coach” from the Gallup organization in the UK.
Beyond her professional accolades, Liza is deeply passionate about being a strategic partner to businesses, providing HR solutions that elevate overall organizational success. Her commitment to talent development and organizational growth is evident, thriving on creating a coaching culture that empowers individuals. Seeing people flourish through this approach brings her not just career fulfillment but a profound and enduring satisfaction in her professional journey.
2024 Panel of Judges

Nor Azliza Rahman
Chief People Officer
Affin Hwang Investment Bank

Rayyan Irwan
VP of Talent Management, OD & Leadership
Bank Muamalat

Kevin Ng Eng Tat
Chief People Officer
Cement Industries of Malaysia

Nazral Safril Mohammad Sapari
Chief Human Resources Officer
Credit Guarantee Corporation Malaysia (CGC)

Thiagarajan Veeran
Head of HR
Dexcom

Edalyn D. Hadjula-Legarde
People & Culture Country Head

Karine Mooi
General Manager, Human Resources

Tho Wei Tan
Head of Talent Management and OD

Barry Holloway
VP People & Culture
Hilti Group

Dr. Leap Han Loo
Head of People

Ragvinder Singh
Director of Human Resources

Umasuten Karisnan
Head of HR

Zain Azrai Dato’ Dr. Zaaba
Vice President Rewards, Performance & Transactions
Lembaga Tabung Angkatan Tentera

Mun Yee Cheong
Head of Human Capital Management

Jessie Khong
Group HR Director

Cherry Choy
HR Director – Malaysia & Singapore

Wei Lun Soo
Head of HR

Sobia Fayyaz
Head of HR, Malaysia & Singapore

Hanim Mansor
Human Resources Director

Hairuzzaman Sagi
Head HR Upstream Malaysia

Sai Yew Yeoh
Head of Human Resources and Admin

Jing Yng Voo
Chief People and Culture Officer
The Alice Smith Schools Association