2025 JUDGE'S PROFILE

Shaidatul Akhmar
Director of Human Resources
Analog Devices Malaysia
A seasoned HR leader with over 25 years of expertise in human resources management within multinational corporations, she has a proven track record of driving strategic initiatives and fostering organisational excellence.
Her specialisation spans optimising human resources functions, enhancing employee retention, navigating post-merger and acquisition (M&A) integrations, leadership transformation and strengthening employee relations and engagement.
As a recognised expert in compliance, she ensures alignment with Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) standards, labour laws, and industrial harmony, cementing her reputation as a key figure in managing complex HR landscapes.
She has successfully led transformative HR process improvement initiatives, achieving significant cost savings, standardisation, and automation across operations. Under her leadership, organisations have transitioned from traditional HR models to strategic HR Business Partnering (HRBP) frameworks. She has demonstrated exceptional leadership in managing negotiations with a prominent transport and allied industries union, cultivating strong partnerships and delivering sustainable, mutually beneficial outcomes.
Her extensive industry experience spans the full HR spectrum across electronics, automotive, and semiconductor sectors, working with prominent US- and German-based companies.
Shaidatul’s exceptional leadership, strategic vision, and commitment to HR excellence make her an influential figure in the industry.
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Chief Human Resource Officer

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