Experience

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  Microsoft

  Oct 1992 - Nov 2002

  • Established and managed HR teams across Central and Eastern Europe for Microsoft, supporting newly opened subsidiaries.• Developed and implemented compensation & benefits strategies, as well as recruiting strategies for all countries.• Spearheaded the strategy for employee, manager, and leadership development to drive organizational growth. • Managed the recruiting process for various customer units in Sales, Marketing, Finance & Admin, IT, etc within MS Germany.• Conducted performance reviews for unit leaders and managers to enhance team productivity.• Provided coaching and guidance in all people-related areas to support unit leaders and managers. • Organized bi-annual performance review process for Microsoft Germany.• Managed annual compensation analysis process to ensure fair and competitive pay structures.• Oversaw headcount planning and controlling within the annual budget planning process to optimize resources.

  • Manager Human Resources Central and Eastern Europe

    Dec 1997 - Nov 2002

  • Human Resources Generalist Germany

    Jul 1994 - Dec 1997

  • Human Resources Generalist Germany

    Oct 1992 - Jul 1994
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  Microsoft

  Nov 2003 - Dec 2005

  Director human resources central and eastern europe

  • Transformed HR function to HR biz partner model to support fast-growing CEE region (18 countries, >1.000 employees).• Developed talent management strategy and implemented people review strategy• Implemented integrated strategy process to align people strategy with business strategy

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  Microsoft

  Jan 2007 - Dec 2014

  Head of hr germany, member of german leadership team & international hr team

  • Developed HR as a respected business partner, leading to improved collaboration and efficiency within the organization.• Implemented an HR Service Center and Biz Partner Model, streamlining HR processes and enhancing employee experience.• Led the reorganization of the HR team, focusing on continuous culture development and the implementation of an executive management circle.

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  Self-employed

  Jan 2015 - Jun 2022

  Founder people impact
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  Amadeus

  Jan 2016 - Dec 2016

  Director human resources (interims)
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  Freshhrminds

  Jul 2022 - now

  Founder freshhrminds
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  Serlo education

  Nov 2022 - Mar 2024

  Head of people & culture