Farid Musabayov
HUMAN RESOURCES PROFESSIONAL
STRATEGICAL PEOPLE'S LEADER
INSPIRATIONAL L&D LEADER
Hello! I'm Farid
Accomplished HR professional with an extensive background leading end-to-end HR processes, focused on driving operational excellence and boosting employee engagement.
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I am collaborative individual with ability to work within diverse teams and lead employees from a range of cultures, while respecting workplace policies and boosting employee morale.
I have a proven success developing digital training programs to advocate for professional development and promote continuous learning. Besides, my reputable track record for amplifying performance by devising individualized plans to address improvement needs will come in handy to every company.
I am an excellent communicator, confidently liaising across the organizational hierarchy, as well as advising C-level management.
Please don't call me a Manager or Director. I consider myself to be a motivational leader with an aptitude for amplifying employee productivity by providing consistent support and creating transparent communication lines between management and entry-level personnel.
EXPERIENCE
2022-PRESENT
Sr. Manager of Strategy, Forecast & Agency Network
Travelling People Experience Manager
People Director
MSC Cruise Division | Geneva, CH
Leads global employee sourcing strategy, long-term forecasting, and agency network development across the globe. Collaborates with Talent Acquisition, Workforce Planning, and regional stakeholders to ensure proactive hiring and regulatory compliance. Drives process optimization, budget oversight, and data-driven decision-making through advanced forecasting models and people analytics. Plays a key role in global agency strategy, crewing efficiency, and organizational planning for 35,000+ employees at a strategic level.
2020-2022
Human Resources Manager (Head of HR)
Oceania Cruises - Award Winning Luxury Cruise Line | Miami, FL
Direct all aspects of HR functions, including facilitating onboarding/training for new recruits, as well as devising talent acquisition strategies to attract and retain leading talent within the shipboard team. Engineer success plans for entry- and executive-level personnel to ensure effective change management, without compromising organizational success. Conduct benefits analysis to recommend adjustments to employee benefits/compensation packages in line with market-related offerings. Consult with senior leadership on appropriate corrective actions, policy interpretation, and disciplinary proceedings.
2015-2020
Carnival Cruise Line - World's Most Popular Cruise Line | Miami, FL
Learning & Development Manager
Engagement Specialist
Corporate Trainer
Spearheaded implementation of learning plans for more than 1.7K crew members per contract to boost workplace skills and promote professional development. Collaborated with HR director to define effective support strategies for crew members. Educated employees on IMO Crowd and Crisis Management, leveraging information and techniques from regulatory bodies, such as SOLAS, IMO, and STCW. Facilitated one-on-one sessions to provide individualized feedback; analyzed student progress to develop plans for the achievement of student success. Maintained compliance with confidentiality standards while processing student information.
2014-2015
Quality & Training Manager
Holiday Inn Hotel | Baku, Azerbaijan
Managed pre-opening compliance in accordance with IHG standards together with General Manager & Owner of the property. Steered employee onboarding and training for more than 300 employees annually, aimed at integrating new hires into existing company culture and operations. Coordinated on-the-job training activities for senior personnel to engage in skill sharing and implemented updated learning strategies based on corporate requirements. Safeguarded compliance with health and safety standards, company polices, as well as legal guidelines. Conducted quality control testing alongside key production teams to assess service delivery, address discrepancies, and maintain high-quality customer care.
2012-2014
Senior Fairmont Gold Supervisor
Fairmont Gold Supervisor
Concierge
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts | Baku, Azerbaijan
Oversaw four Fairmont Gold Attendants and 370 employees within 315-room hotel to provide exceptional guest services, including concierge, guest relations, accounts and bookings, event management, as well as facilities maintenance. Organized VIP bookings and events to sure clients receive best-in-class services according to tailormade arrangements, such as conferences, seminars, and weddings. Drafted monthly audit reports for presentation to senior management personnel. Corresponded with wait staff to ensure buffet is regularly refilled.
EDUCATION
2021 - 2023
Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development | London, UK
Level 5 Diploma in Human Resources Management
2021 - 2023
Institute of Leadership and Management | London, UK
Level 5 Diploma in Organizational Leadership
2021 - 2023
Azerbaijan Technical University | Baku, Azerbaijan
Master of Business Administration in Cybersecurity
2011 - 2016
Azerbaijan State Economics University | Baku, Azerbaijan
Bachelor of Business Administration in World Economics
COMPANIES I HAVE WORKED WITH
TECHNICAL SKILLS & LANGUAGES
Microsoft Office - Advanced
Adobe Premiere Pro - Advanced
Adobe Creative Suite - Advanced
Fidelio, Opera, MXP - Advanced
Articulate 360 & Captivate - Advanced
Film & Media Production - Advanced
Azerbaijani & Turkish - Native
English & Russian - Fluent
DON'T TAKE MY WORD FOR IT... SEE WHAT OTHERS SAY ABOUT ME!
ROMAN KOFLER
Meeting Point Hotels - CEO
Farid and I opened together the Holiday Inn by IHG in Baku, Azerbaijan, where Farid played a very important role when it comes to Human Resources, Compliance and Training. His focus, dedication and motivation are exceptional, and paired with his pleasant personality, his accuracy, excellent time management - I can only highly recommend Farid for any Executive position within the Human Resources Department. It was certainly my pleasure working with Farid - and I sincerely hope that I will have the pleasure again.
GISELLE HALES
Amazon - Learning Specialist (ID)
Having managed Farid as well as worked alongside him intermittently over a number of years, I would describe Farid as an excellent communicator, passionate leader, and dedicated professional. Farid's ability to engage and build rapport with team members of a wide range of cultures at any level in an organization is second to none. His demonstrated skills in the area of talent management, whether it be employee relations, learning & development, or engagement initiatives, are matched by his passion for people and for growing and developing each of their talents and abilities. Farid's dedication and professionalism make him a pleasure to work with. I would gladly recommend him to any prospective employer.
TOGRUL KHUDAVERDIYEV
Ritz-Carlton Hotel - General Manager
During the years I have worked with Farid, I had the opportunity to observe his interpersonal style. He is a creative, high-talented, brilliant, service-oriented, generous, and humble professional who believes in positive motivation, and his staff is never dissatisfied under his supervision. In addition to his impressive work ethic, Farid is also a great team member, a natural leader. He has a great attitude and is always willing to help employees grow and flourish on his team. His skills and understanding of our company’s brand and mission helped our team successfully run the pre-opening stage and grand opening of Fairmont Gold. Farid is an accomplished multitasker who has ensured the efficiency of many projects in Fairmont Baku Hotel. I truly admire his passion and commitment to exerting his best efforts in all of his tasks and daily deliverables. I am positive about his ability to undertake even the most complex of work. I consider Farid a great asset to his company.
TWO OUT OF MANY AWARDS THAT I AM PROUD OF
US Presidential Service Award
Awarded by a former United States President Barack Obama in 2011 for 100+ Volunteering Hours of Public Service.
Team Member of the Year
Awarded by Carnival Cruise Line Executives for an exceptional performance throughout the year of 2017. Selected amongst 35,000 Team Members.
