Lasantha Nanayakkara

Hiring Success | Executive Search

A boutique agency, providing support to a specialized and targeted talent pool of Management to C-Suite Executives

Focused on utilizing innovation, AI technology and best practices to gain stronger control over the executive search process and exclusivity over introduced candidates

Hiring Success

Executive Search, Talent Acquisition, Talent Sourcing

Business Success

Technology-based Human Resources Management Tools/Products Consulting, Collaborations, Partnerships

• Maintained optimal staffing levels by tracking vacancies and initiating recruitment and interview processes to identify qualified candidates.
• Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
• Directed each phase of hiring process, encompassing employment verification, employee relations investigations, criminal background checks and onboarding.
• Directed hiring and onboarding programs for new employees.
• Spearheaded shared governance and collaboration on employee relations, HR administration, collective bargaining agreements and related HR topics.
• Structured compensation and benefits according to market conditions and budget demands.
• Maintained "open door" policy to encourage employee communications and resolution of issues.

• Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
• Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
• Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
• Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
• Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
• Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
• Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
• Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.

• Discovered and resolved complex employee issues that affected management and business decisions.
• Collaborated with legal and compliance teams to review paperwork, obtain feedback, and procure available information for new training processes.
• Structured compensation and benefits according to market conditions and budget demands.
• Maintained current knowledge of industry regulations and legislation to amend policies and promote compliance.
• Coordinated technical training and personal development classes for staff members.
• Recruited top talent to maximize profitability.
• Facilitated successful policy implementation and enforcement to maintain legal and operational compliance.

• Analyzed problematic areas to provide recommendations and solutions.
• Determined areas for improvement and implemented processes to alleviate problems.
• Streamlined key process for entire department by implementing method to improve efficiency.
• Identified new revenue ideas and opportunities within existing markets.
• Streamlined processes to cut downtime and optimize employee productivity.
• Closely monitored and updated company systems for efficiency, output and other factors to improve overall productivity.

• Discovered and resolved complex employee issues that affected management and business decisions.
• Collaborated with legal and compliance teams to review paperwork, obtain feedback, and procure available information for new training processes.
• Structured compensation and benefits according to market conditions and budget demands.
• Liaised between multiple business divisions to improve communications.
• Instructed senior leaders on appropriate employee corrective steps.
• Created and implemented forward-thinking initiatives to improve employee engagement.
• Coordinated technical training and personal development classes for staff members.

• Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
• Used technologically relevant digital systems to manage payroll and benefits programs.
• Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires, bolstering employee job position knowledge and skillset.
• Implemented performance reviews and motivational strategies to elevate HR team results.
• Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations and diminished financial discrepancies through expert program management.
• Organized and led staff orientation programs and training to promote collaboration.
• Facilitated successful policy implementation and enforcement to maintain legal and operational compliance.
• Recruited top talent to maximize profitability.

• Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
• Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions.
• Analyzed market trends and competitor activities to create competitive advantages.

Various Hospitality operational positions from Trainee to Management

Pre and Post hospitality management studies, professional career with Following International /Local hospitality icons/group companies,

Mount Lavinia Hotels 1998

Taj Group hotels 1997

Aitken Spence group hotels 1991, 1992, 1995 - 6

Robinson club 1993 -4

Hilton Int. Colombo 1990