Harshi Weeratunge
About Harshi Weeratunge
Harshi Weeratunge is the HR Director at Brookfield Asset Management in Sydney, Australia, with a strong background in human resources and strategic HR management.
Company
Harshi Weeratunge currently works at Brookfield Asset Management in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. As the HR Director, she has been instrumental in implementing strategic HR initiatives, leading diversity and inclusion programs, and mentoring junior HR professionals. She has played a key role in transforming HR processes and improving employee engagement within the company.
Title
Harshi Weeratunge holds the title of HR Director at Brookfield Asset Management. She has been in this role since 2021 and has significantly contributed to the company's HR strategies and employee engagement initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Harshi Weeratunge has an extensive educational background. She achieved a Master of Project Management from the University of Sydney. She also holds an Advanced Certificate of Strategic HR Management from Cornell University. Additionally, she earned a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) with a double major in Human Resource Management & Business Strategy and Economic Management, and a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology from the University of New South Wales.
Professional Background in Human Resources
Harshi Weeratunge has a robust background in human resources. She served in various roles at Brookfield Asset Management, starting as a Human Resources Advisor (2017-2018), then as HR Manager (2018-2021), and finally as HR Director from 2021 onwards. Her previous roles include Human Resources Coordinator positions at Brookfield Properties Australia, Service NSW, and the Australian Red Cross. She also served as a Human Resources Strategic Operations Officer and NSW Telecross Volunteer Coordinator at the Australian Red Cross.
Achievements
Harshi Weeratunge received recognition for her outstanding leadership in HR during her tenure at Brookfield Asset Management. She has been actively involved in leading various HR initiatives, including the development of a comprehensive employee wellness program and participation in industry conferences and seminars as a speaker on strategic HR management and organizational development topics.