Boris Colovic
@boriscolovic
Versatile operations leader with over 10 years of experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a versatile and people-centered operations leader with over 10 years of industry experience, including more than 6 years in managerial and leadership roles. My proven track record includes driving cross-functional initiatives across HR strategy, talent acquisition, and business operations within both regional and global environments. I have successfully scaled teams and functions from the ground up, leading multi-market operations across Europe and serving as a trusted advisor to executive leadership.
My expertise lies in bridging strategic initiatives with hands-on execution, whether it’s building HR infrastructure, leading recruiting teams, or managing vendor negotiations and budget controls. I am passionate about people and culture, delivering measurable impact through scalable systems, cross-departmental collaboration, and data-informed decision-making. I thrive on designing custom-tailored solutions that are uniquely aligned to an organization’s context and goals.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
VP of Operations – Europe
Rho
Jul 2024 - Present (1 year)
Directed end-to-end European operations, including financial planning, budget governance, vendor management, and facility operations, ensuring adherence to organisational standards and cost-efficiency goals. Served as the strategic conduit between the European division and Executive Leadership, driving alignment across initiatives, reporting, and operational execution.
Interim Global Head of People
Rho
Aug 2024 - Apr 2025 (8 months)
Appointed to lead global People operations during a key transition period, restructuring the U.S. People team whilst guiding EU leadership. Oversaw HR, Talent Acquisition, and People Ops to ensure strategic continuity. Partnered with the SVP of Operations to drive the company-wide migration from Slite to Notion, streamlining documentation and knowledge management.
General Manager – Europe (Serbia & Poland)
Rho
May 2022 - Jul 2024 (2 years 2 months)
Appointed as General Manager for Serbia and Poland, leading People & Talent functions whilst serving as legal representative to ensure regulatory compliance and governance. Collaborated with executive leadership to drive HR, talent, and operational strategies aligned with global and regional objectives. Acted as HR Business Partner to Engineering and led initiatives to enhance operational efficien
Head of People & Talent – Europe
Rho
Sep 2021 - May 2022 (8 months)
Built the HR and Talent strategy for Europe from the ground up, aligning with global business objectives and supporting rapid organisational growth. Recruited and onboarded the first 40 employees, laying the foundation for Rho’s European workforce and culture. Served as HR Business Partner for the EU region, promoting talent retention, career development, and cultural cohesion.
Recruitment Team Lead – Serbia
Grid Dynamics
Jul 2019 - Sep 2021 (2 years 2 months)
Headed the full-cycle recruitment function for Grid Dynamics' expansion in Serbia, scaling operations and developing a high-performing talent acquisition team to support rapid organisational growth. Administered hiring operations across Belgrade and Serbia, managing workforce planning, pipeline development, and recruitment strategy for specialised roles. Partnered with senior stakeholders to forec
Technical Recruiter & Account Manager
MiNDS People
Aug 2017 - Jun 2018 (10 months)
Managed full-cycle technical recruitment and client account oversight, delivering high-quality talent solutions across IT and engineering functions. Designed and executed tailored search strategies to attract qualified candidates across niche technical roles. Partnered with clients to understand technical job specifications, workforce needs, and organisational culture to inform hiring decisions.
Technical Recruiter | HR
LotusFlare
Managed technical recruitment processes. Handled various HR responsibilities.
Senior Technical Recruiter
Grid Dynamics
Supported recruitment efforts for technical roles. Assisted with various HR tasks.
Recruitment Consultant
Adecco Serbia
Provided recruitment consulting services. Assisted clients with staffing needs.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Faculty of Philosophy, University of Belgrade
Bachelor’s Degree, Psychology (Industrial and Organisational Psychology)
Grade: 240 ECTS
Completed a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology with a focus on Industrial and Organisational Psychology. The program provided a comprehensive understanding of human behavior in the workplace and organizational dynamics.
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