Having begun her career in 1992 with the Ministry of Human Resources, Mahuran has more than 20 years of experience in human resources management, and has a wide knowledge and experience in human capital strategy & development as well as industrial relation management. In her current capacity, Mahuran works closely with stakeholders from federal and state governments/agencies, industry players, employer federations, labour unions and international agencies in conducting research study on human capital requirement, including demand and supply talent/skills. She was a panel member of Industrial Court and Perkeso Appellate Court. She is a member of NAM Institute for the Empowerment of Women (NIEW) and Institute of Corporate Directors Malaysia (ICDM).