Elsa Ramos
@elsaramos
Experienced HR Director with a focus on talent development and strategy.
What I'm looking for
I am a seasoned Human Resources professional with over two decades of experience in strategic HR management, talent development, and organizational effectiveness. Currently, I serve as the Human Resources & General Services Director at Esporão, where I lead a multidisciplinary team and oversee all HR functions. My strategic focus has fostered a supportive, talent-driven culture that enables high performance and operational efficiency.
Throughout my career, I have successfully designed and implemented development programs that strengthen employee skills and build organizational capabilities. I take pride in my ability to maintain low turnover rates while attracting and developing top talent. My previous roles as a Manager at Headpartners and HR Manager at Capgemini have equipped me with a diverse skill set, allowing me to provide tailored HR solutions across various industries, including IT, finance, and hospitality.
In addition to my professional endeavors, I am actively involved in public speaking and thought leadership, advocating for social sustainability in the wine sector. I contribute to shaping the future of work through my role as an Advisory Board Member at Future of Work Xchange, where I bridge HR and technology to create business value.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Human Resources & General Services Director
Esporão
Jan 2011 - Present (14 years 4 months)
Oversee all HR functions with a strategic focus, fostering a supportive culture that enables high performance. Lead a multidisciplinary team, manage procurement processes, and design development programs to strengthen employee skills. Drive strategic project planning and represent the organization in sector associations.
Advisory Board Member
Future of Work Xchange
Oct 2024 - Present (7 months)
Shaping the Future of Work Xchange 2025 by bridging HR and technology to create business value. Engaging in public speaking and thought leadership on social sustainability and corporate culture.
Manager
Headpartners
Sep 2006 - Dec 2010 (4 years 3 months)
Provided consulting and outsourcing services to companies undergoing transformative growth. Designed tailored People policies and performance management systems for various sectors, focusing on business effectiveness and long-term growth.
HR Manager
Capgemini
Jan 2000 - Jul 2006 (6 years 6 months)
Managed HR operations including recruitment, performance assessment, and training initiatives. Tailored international HR frameworks to the Portuguese context and managed restructuring processes.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Universidade Independente
Degree, Social and Organizational Psychology
2001 -
Degree in Social and Organizational Psychology.
Nova School of Business and Economics
Leading Program, Business Management
Participated in the Leading Program focusing on Mentoring, High-impact Innovation, and Social Leadership for Managers.
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