Hi, I’m Arzoo Cheema, a people-centered HR and insights professional based in Zurich, Switzerland. I hold an MSc in Human Resource Management & Organizational Psychology from the University of Nottingham and a BA in Psychology from the University of Delhi. I thrive at the intersection of people strategy, talent acquisition, and data-driven decision making to help organizations build stronger teams and better cultures. I love to read and love to write- in different styles, including academic, reporting, journalistic or creative stories. Over the years I’ve partnered with universities, NGOs, and tech and consultancy firms to design strategic HR programs, lead DEI initiatives, and deliver actionable insights from surveys and analytics. I enjoy translating complex data into practical recommendations for leadership and turning ideas into measurable improvements.

Arzoo Cheema

Hi, I’m Arzoo Cheema, a people-centered HR and insights professional based in Zurich, Switzerland. I hold an MSc in Human Resource Management & Organizational Psychology from the University of Nottingham and a BA in Psychology from the University of Delhi. I thrive at the intersection of people strategy, talent acquisition, and data-driven decision making to help organizations build stronger teams and better cultures. I love to read and love to write- in different styles, including academic, reporting, journalistic or creative stories. Over the years I’ve partnered with universities, NGOs, and tech and consultancy firms to design strategic HR programs, lead DEI initiatives, and deliver actionable insights from surveys and analytics. I enjoy translating complex data into practical recommendations for leadership and turning ideas into measurable improvements.

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Hi, I’m Arzoo Cheema, a people-centered HR and insights professional based in Zurich, Switzerland. I hold an MSc in Human Resource Management & Organizational Psychology from the University of Nottingham and a BA in Psychology from the University of Delhi. I thrive at the intersection of people strategy, talent acquisition, and data-driven decision making to help organizations build stronger teams and better cultures. I love to read and love to write- in different styles, including academic, reporting, journalistic or creative stories.

Over the years I’ve partnered with universities, NGOs, and tech and consultancy firms to design strategic HR programs, lead DEI initiatives, and deliver actionable insights from surveys and analytics. I enjoy translating complex data into practical recommendations for leadership and turning ideas into measurable improvements.

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Language

English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Panjabi, Punjabi
Fluent

Work Experience

Talent Acquisition Specialist at Arcadia
March 1, 2025 - November 12, 2025
Designed and led strategic talent pipelines; implemented DEI initiatives; improved candidate conversion by 30% through data-driven hiring and optimized job advertising strategy using applicant data and evaluation criteria.
Strategic HR Consultant at PA Consulting
December 31, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Drove P=A MO and SWOT analyses to develop evidence-based DEI and internal mobility proposals; prepared executive briefs and briefing materials; synthesized insights to inform senior leadership decisions.
Organizational Development Consultant at Sumo Digital Ltd.
March 31, 2024 - March 31, 2024
Led cross-functional needs assessment; reframed problems; designed solutions; achieved 20% improvement in cross-functional engagement through clear information synthesis.
Data Analyst & Strategic Insights Researcher at Careers Department, NHS Trust, UK
June 30, 2024 - June 30, 2024
Designed a neuro-inclusive workforce survey; analyzed data in Excel and SPSS; conducted qualitative coding in NVivo; synthesized findings into a 15,000-word strategic report with evidence-based recommendations.
Course Representative & Change Agent at University of Nottingham
September 30, 2024 - September 30, 2024
Served as primary liaison between a 66-student cohort and university leadership; collected structured feedback; identified improvement opportunities and engaged stakeholders to enhance programme delivery.
Business School Consultant at University of Nottingham
March 31, 2024 - March 31, 2024
Selected for an intensive consulting simulation; supported a client in a new industry (tele robotics); developed problem-solving, communication, teamwork, research and presentation skills.
Education Support Volunteer at Make a Difference NGO
April 30, 2016 - April 30, 2016
Taught General Science to shelter home students; developed interactive teaching models to simplify concepts and sustain student interest.
Public Diplomacy Head at JMC Chapter of Global Youth India (NGO)
April 30, 2016 - April 30, 2016
Led public relations and outreach, applying diplomacy and analytical skills to communicate policy.
Vice-President at Jesus & Mary College – Student Union, India
April 30, 2019 - April 30, 2019
Managed multi-campus voter awareness campaigns; recruited and trained volunteers; delivered campaigns across locations under tight deadlines.

Education

MSc in Human Resource Management & Organizational Psychology at University of Nottingham, UK
September 1, 2023 - September 1, 2024
BA (Honours) Psychology at University of Delhi, India
May 1, 2014 - May 1, 2015

Qualifications

CIPD Level 7
January 11, 2030 - November 12, 2025
Google Business Intelligence Specialization
January 11, 2030 - November 12, 2025
IBM Data Analyst Professional Certificate
January 11, 2030 - November 12, 2025
HR Analytics & AI Applications in People Management (UCL-online)
January 11, 2030 - November 12, 2025
Project Management Fundamentals (PMI)
January 11, 2030 - November 12, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Healthcare, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Government