Career Brief
Zainab Malek is an accomplished Organisational Development and Total Rewards Specialist with over 12 years of experience across diverse HR functions, including organisational design, performance management, and compensation and benefits. Her career has spanned various industries such as telecommunications, IT, manufacturing, and retail, providing her with a broad understanding of business dynamics and the strategic HR needs of different sectors. Zainab’s expertise has been pivotal in guiding companies through transformational projects, including designing performance management systems, competency frameworks, and grading structures.
In her role as a Senior Consultant at K7 Consultancy Ltd., Zainab leads high-impact projects focused on organisational restructuring, talent assessment, and total rewards. She brings a hands-on approach to organisational development, overseeing initiatives that include the design and execution of assessment centres, development of competency models, and facilitation of job evaluation processes. Her work is instrumental in helping K7’s clients build cohesive structures that align with their strategic goals, fostering a culture of performance and growth.
As one of K7’s primary consultants, Zainab is also deeply involved in the design and management of assessment centres for both internal promotions and external hiring. She works closely with clients to ensure that each assessment is tailored to accurately measure competencies and potential, providing valuable insights for informed decision-making. Her empathetic and strategic approach to assessments has consistently led to successful outcomes for K7’s clients, positioning them to attract and retain top talent.
Areas of Expertise
- Organisational Design and Development – Structuring organisations to meet strategic objectives.
- Total Rewards and Compensation – Designing grading, levelling, and incentive schemes.
- Performance Management – Developing systems and KPIs to drive high performance.
- Talent Assessment and Development – Leading assessment centres for promotions and hiring.
- Competency Modelling – Creating frameworks for skills development and performance.
- Change Management – Facilitating organisational transitions and culture shifts.
Education & Professional Certifications
- Bachelor degree in Business administration
- HR business partner certification from HCI – international
- Certified SHL assessor
- Certified Korn Ferry JE and grading and levelling
- Certified Korn Ferry Job Profiling
- Certified Top Grading assessor
- Certified CBI practitioner
- Experience with DISC, MBTI, Enneagram and social styles personality profiling tools.
