Valentina D'Urso
HR Manager
La Brée-les-Bains
Summary
Strategic and proactive HR Manager with over 10 years of international experience across Europe and the UAE. Fluent in four languages and skilled in cross-border HR management, specializing in Continental Europe employment law, employee retention strategies, and the full employee life cycle. Known for implementing high-impact HR programs, improving operational efficiency, and supporting leadership with tailored HR solutions. Dedicated to fostering positive work cultures and adept at managing teams, ensuring compliance, and driving HR policy alignment across diverse regions.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
HR Manager - Continental Europe
SGS & Co
Paris
10.2022 - Current
- Lead the full employee life cycle, from onboarding to offboarding, supporting employees across France, The Netherlands, Germany, Spain, Belgium, Switzerland and East-Europe.
- Manage and mentor a team of HR professionals, developing strategies that increased employee retention by 15% within one year.
- Collaborate with the VP of HR on strategic initiatives, policy updates, and employee engagement programs, aligning them with company objectives and local employment laws.
HR Business Partner- Europe
ATG Europe B.V
Noordwijk
11.2017 - 06.2020
- Oversaw HR operations for European Space Agency contractors employees, providing comprehensive support and reducing on boarding time by 30% through process improvements.
- Supported HR management in rolling out policies and programs that improved contractor satisfaction and compliance across multiple EU countries.
HR Generalist
Petrofac Int. LTD
Sharjah
03.2014 - 01.2016
- Administered daily HR functions for the Offshore Dept., assisting with recruitment, record maintenance, and payroll processing for staff across Sharjah and Shanghai.
- Enhanced departmental efficiency by restructuring administrative processes and optimizing the support provided to the Offshore Assets & Marine Operations team.
Executive Personal Assistant and HR Assistant
Saipem Spa
San Donato Milanese
08.2010 - 02.2014
- Provided executive support to the Senior VP of Offshore Assets, coordinating schedules and assisting in recruitment initiatives.
- Delivered HR administrative support, streamlining recruitment and on boarding for new hires.
Education
Diploma - Foreign Languages
Liceo Linguistico "Virgilio"
Milan, ItalyBachelor - Foreign languages and Literature
Universita' degli Studi di Milano
Milan, ItalySkills
- Core HR Functions: Recruitment, Onboarding, Performance Management, Employee Engagement
- Strategic HR Skills: Policy Development, Cross-Cultural HR Management, Employee Retention Programs
- Technical Skills: Benefits Administration, Employment Contracts, Dispute Resolution
Hobbies and Interests
- Psychology
- Yoga
- Reading
- Cooking
- Travelling
References
Available upon request.
Languages
Italian
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
French
Proficient (C2)
C2
Spanish
Intermediate (B1)
B1
German
Beginner
A1
Timeline
HR Manager - Continental Europe
SGS & Co
10.2022 - Current
HR Business Partner- Europe
ATG Europe B.V
11.2017 - 06.2020
HR Generalist
Petrofac Int. LTD
03.2014 - 01.2016
Executive Personal Assistant and HR Assistant
Saipem Spa
08.2010 - 02.2014
Diploma - Foreign Languages
Liceo Linguistico "Virgilio"
Bachelor - Foreign languages and Literature
Universita' degli Studi di Milano
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