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Barcelona, Ct, Es

Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

- Led initiatives to enhance HR operations, driving efficiency across various functions while maintaining a high-quality employee experience- Collaborated with key stakeholders to align HR strategies with organizational objectives, ensuring seamless integration of HR policies and practices- Managed supplier relationships for TA and HR tools, achieving significant cost savings and improving overall operational efficiency- Supported diverse HR projects, including talent development, diversity and inclusion initiatives, and performance management, reflecting a commitment to HR success- Conducted training sessions for managers on best practices in recruitment, employee engagement, and onboarding, ensuring consistency across the organization- Organized well-being initiatives across Europe, boosting employee motivation and enhancing morale for hundreds of employees

- Served as the primary contact for employee inquiries regarding Talent & HR matters, ensuring prompt solutions and fostering positive experiences for employees and candidates- Developed new processes to enhance candidate experiences, leading to smoother recruitment workflows and increased satisfaction rates- Facilitated training sessions for the team on our new Applicant Tracking System (ATS), Greenhouse, ensuring effective usage and integration into daily operations- Automated candidate experience surveys and dashboards for streamlined reporting and analysis, providing actionable insights for continuous improvement- Collaborated closely with key stakeholders, including recruiters, hiring managers, and the broader People & Culture team, to enhance overall HR operationsKey Achievement: Successfully implemented and optimized the use of Starred (Candidate Experience Analytics platform) to build a best-in-class candidate experience

Barcelona, Catalonië, Spanje

- Managed candidate communications throughout the recruitment process, ensuring timely updates and maintaining a positive candidate experience- Conducted regular reviews of recruitment processes to identify bottlenecks and implement improvements, enhancing overall efficiency and effectiveness- Collaborated with marketing teams to enhance employer branding initiatives and facilitated recruitment marketing strategies, increasing visibility and attracting diverse talent through social media campaigns and job fairs- Coordinated logistics for recruitment events, such as open houses and campus recruitment, to strengthen outreach and engage top talent- Developed and implemented an interviewer training program, focusing on unbiased interviewing techniques and providing a resource bank of consistent interview questions to ensure fairness and consistency in evaluationsKey Achievement: Successfully rolled out the new Applicant Tracking System (ATS), Greenhouse, optimizing recruitment processes and providing comprehensive training to ensure the team became proficient users.

Barcelona Area, Spain

- Managed the scheduling of interviews through Lever for various global talent acquisition roles, ensuring an organized and efficient process- Tracked pipeline progress to keep hiring efficient and timely- Advocated for an exceptional candidate experience at every interview stage, significantly enhancing overall engagement and satisfaction- Led candidate experience surveys to generate actionable insights, facilitating strategic decisions that improved recruitment processes- Contributed to employer branding initiatives, resulting in increased brand awareness and a stronger market presenceKey Achievement: Successfully implemented an NPS survey system to enhance candidate engagement, resulting in an increase in the NPS score from 7 to 9 within six months.

Brussels Area, Belgium

As an Account Manager for prestigious brands like Salvatore Ferragamo, Diesel, New Look, Pomellato, and Dodo, I successfully managed their public relations strategies and cultivated strong media relationships. My role involved executing impactful marketing campaigns that elevated brand visibility, crafting compelling press releases, and coordinating events designed to enhance their public image and engage key stakeholders.