Emily Mankio Email & Phone Number

Stockholm, SE

• As the first People & Culture hire at Bright, I’ve been hands-on in building the People function from the ground up. My role spans developing key policies, processes, and aligning our people strategy with business.
• Developed foundational People practices, including recruitment, onboarding, performance, and compensation frameworks, creating a fair and consistent experience.
• Streamlined the hiring process by establishing a comprehensive Hiring Wiki in Notion and implementing Alva Labs' psychometric assessments and Teamtailor, boosting efficiency and fairness in our recruitment.
• Conducted an initial review of Compensation & Benefits, with an ongoing commitment to enhance offerings based on employee needs. This resulted in expanded health benefits (therapy and occupational health services via.
• Ensured compliance with labor laws and work environment standards.
• Partnered closely with the CEO and leadership to align people practices with company goals.Notable achievements:

Member of the first ever Open Org cohort (OOC#1) and pioneer of workplace transparency!

Stockholm, Sverige

• I facilitate a free and open network for people & culture professionals to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Organize and host Lean Coffee format meetings, encouraging open discussions on HR, Talent, and Culture topics.
• Lead book clubs on HR-related themes to facilitate deeper understanding and skill development among members.

Stockholm, Sverige

• At Ants, a specialized tech recruitment firm, I focused on connecting top talent with leading companies in IT and engineering. We used an agile recruitment process and maintained close collaboration with clients.
• Conducted technical recruiting, focusing on sourcing, screening, and interviewing candidates
• Collaborated closely with hiring managers to define role requirements and streamline the interview process.
• Maintained a high standard of communication, providing timely feedback and updates to candidates, ensuring a positive candidate experience.

Stockholm, Stockholm County, Sweden

• TietoEVRY expanded with a new business area called Cloud Anywhere, for which I was responsible for recruitment as part of my assignment with Ants. I worked closely with senior management to define roles, source.
• Received positive feedback from candidates and hiring managers for raising the bar in candidate experience, communication, and feedback.
• Successfully placed high-demand roles, including Cloud Advisors, Cloud Architects, Java Developers, and C-level executives, contributing to strategic growth for TietoEVRY’s Cloud Anywhere expansion.

Stockholm, Sweden

• Derivco is a global, matrixed organization with over 1,000 employees. I worked within the Sportsbook business unit, focusing on the 60-member team in Sweden, while collaborating closely with HR teams and colleagues.
• Managed comprehensive talent management processes across the employee lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding to performance and exit workflows.
• Built and continuously improved our employee handbook, people policies, and other routines in accordance with Swedish laws and regulations.
• Led initiatives in employer branding, including internal communication to enhance employee engagement and company culture, including coordinating an employer branding film with the UK-based communications and branding.
• Organized and hosted office meetups focused on Erlang/Elixir, creating opportunities for networking, knowledge sharing, and enhancing team cohesion within the organization.
• Coordinated and represented Derivco at recruitment fairs, increasing brand visibility and attracting top talent.

• As an Administrative Assistant supporting the Ekonomiskt Bistånd unit at Solna Stad, I provided essential administrative support to ensure smooth operations within the department, handling tasks related to financial.
• Processed invoices using the Raindance system, ensuring timely and accurate financial management for the department.
• Prepared applications to Arbetsförmedlingen for wage subsidy reclaims and holiday compensation.
• Co-administered cases involving the reclamation of incorrectly disbursed economic aid, maintaining compliance with municipal regulations.
• Responded to inquiries from authorities regarding personal records within the Social Registry, upholding data privacy standards.
• Provided recruitment administration support, assisting in the coordination of hiring processes for the unit.

Stockholm, Sweden

• As an Office Coordinator at Spotify’s Stockholm office, I was responsible for creating a welcoming and efficient environment for employees and visitors alike. In this role, I ensured smooth day-to-day operations.
• Served as the first point of contact for visitors, greeting and directing them to the appropriate contacts while maintaining a positive and professional image.
• Managed incoming and outgoing mail, couriers, and deliveries.
• Scheduled and coordinated conference rooms and meeting spaces, accommodating the needs of internal teams and external guests.
• Oversaw security protocols, issuing access cards for visitors and employees, and monitoring entry points to maintain a secure office environment.
• Maintained a clean, organized, and welcoming reception area, setting the tone for a professional workspace.

Talent Acquisition Certificate

60 Credits, Labour Relations And Management - Arbetsmarknadskunskap Med Inriktning Management

Bachelor Of Science (B.Sc.), Social Anthropology

Media And Communication

Hr Metrics & Dashboarding Certificate