Catherina Grace CIPD

Experience

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  CPM Ireland

  Sept 2004 - Jun 2005

  Eircom Business Development Manager

  Beginning as a field sales representative in the residential sector selling Eircom solutions, I progressed to the Business Development role, achieving the record for most DSL connections sold in a single day and three day period• Exceeded sales targets set by senior management while ensuring regulatory compliance• Achieved cost reductions for clients through innovative solutions• Identified and solved any customer complaints before they escalated

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  Avon

  Jun 2005 - Jan 2008

  Area Sales Manager

  A leading global beauty company and one of the world's largest direct sellers, Avon has $10 billion in annual revenue.Working as an area sales manager my responsibilities included but were not limited to:• Recruited and managed over 120 representatives throughout Dublin & surrounding areas• Followed up business opportunities, set up recruitment drives & business development seminars• Planned and delivered presentations to clients and maintained accounts records

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  CPM Ireland

  Mar 2013 - Jul 2014

  Industry Recruitment Consultant - Sales & FMCG

  As Industry Recruitment Consultant my main priorities were recruitment, HR and project management. I provided full recruitment support using ATS. Followed up on weekly basis with Client Service managers to ensure that their expectations &needs were met including generating reports as per clients requirements. Using social media to attract top talent including LinkedIn, Facebook, Writing Blogs for CPM Company Page. I provided HR support and advice to employees and line managers, explaining policies and procedures in a timely and effective manner. I contributed to HR projects such as developing a training needs analysis program and creating and implementing a new disciplinary procedure. I assisted in the development of a competency framework strategy, including developing new job descriptions and role profiles. Show less

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  Glanbia Performance Nutrition (GPN)

  Jul 2014 - Jan 2015

  HR Administrator

  Within my role in Glanbia, I worked closely with our clients to provide a full recruitment service from screening to offer HR responsibilities including contracts, payroll and performance management. Glanbia Performance Nutrition has a portfolio of nine brands – Optimum Nutrition (ON), BSN, Isopure, Nutramino, ABB, thinkThin, Amazing Grass, Body & Fit and SlimFast. Our products are sold in over 100 countries and our brands are in the top three performance nutrition brands in more than 20 countries. Show less

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  Digital Realty

  Mar 2015 - now

  Senior Human Resources Business Partner

  I’m a Senior HR Business Partner with a strong track record of ensuring the success of both individuals and teams. I’ve led HR initiatives such as management development programs, focusing on talent development and employee engagement. I take pride in supporting the growth of my people, including helping them achieve promotions. With experience in payroll management, employee relations, and driving change, I work closely with leadership to align HR strategies and provide coaching to managers, ensuring the success of our people and business. Show less