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Emanuela Burchia

@emanuelaburchia

Strategic HR leader with expertise in transformation and talent management.

United Kingdom
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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters collaboration, innovation, and growth opportunities within a dynamic organization.

I am a progressive HR leader with over 10 years of international experience across various sectors, including technology, commercial real estate, and consultancy. My strategic mindset and operational agility have enabled me to align people strategies with business objectives, driving sustainable growth and enhancing organizational agility. I have successfully led talent and performance strategies, succession planning, and leadership development initiatives that have significantly impacted KPIs.

Throughout my career, I have partnered with executive leaders and client groups across EMEA, delivering results in transformation, M&A integration, and workforce planning. My experience includes global collaboration on enterprise-wide projects, such as onboarding automation and DE&I strategy. I am fluent in EMEA employment law and cultural nuances, ensuring compliant, people-first decision-making. My proactive approach to people leadership empowers individuals, fueling innovation and performance.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

HR Consultant

Self Employed

Feb 2021 - Present (4 years 6 months)

Provided comprehensive People and Culture support and guidance to leaders and employees across the EMEA region. Created HR policies and frameworks, enabling clients to engage their workforces more effectively and improve leadership capabilities. Empowered leaders to manage change and navigate performance challenges, improving organizational outcomes.

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HR Business Partner

HydraFacial

Sep 2024 - Mar 2025 (6 months)

Drove key HR initiatives, aligning talent strategies with business outcomes across EMEA. Provided critical support in workforce planning and headcount forecasting, while managing compensation and incentives plans. Contributed to streamlining HR processes and optimizing organizational performance by implementing best HR practices.

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HRBP for EMEA FM @GOOGLE

CBRE

Aug 2022 - Aug 2023 (1 year)

Partnered with senior leaders to develop people strategies that drove organizational changes and transformation across EMEA. Led organizational design initiatives and managed complex redundancy processes with a strong focus on legal compliance. Contributed to a 40% increase in gender diversity within the senior leadership team and a 52% reduction in employee relations cases.

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HR Business Partner

Virtusa UK Ltd

Jan 2019 - Dec 2021 (2 years 11 months)

Played a critical role in driving HR strategy across multiple regions, partnering with senior business leaders to align talent management and performance processes with business objectives. Led the implementation of key HR projects, focusing on succession planning, talent acquisition, retention strategies, and performance management. Successfully automated the onboarding process, improving efficie

ML

Senior HR

Menzies Aviation Ltd

Sep 2018 - Mar 2019 (6 months)

Developed labor strategies in alignment with business goals, forecasting workforce needs and implementing HR processes. Identified areas for process improvement through HR metrics and reporting, resulting in increased efficiency. Successfully reduced absenteeism and turnover by enforcing attendance policies and improving communication with the workforce and union representatives.

IL

Senior HR Manager

Ivis Group Ltd

Sep 2017 - Mar 2018 (6 months)

Led HR functions across offshore offices, including Malaysia and Shanghai, focusing on talent acquisition, process optimization, and vendor negotiations. Implemented employee well-being programs and drove key HR processes, resulting in improved retention and a more engaged workforce. Managed redundancy processes efficiently, minimizing business disruption and ensuring a smooth transition for affec

RL

HR Manager

Raoul's Ltd

Mar 2014 - Aug 2017 (3 years 5 months)

Supported the employee life cycle and worked closely with line managers to drive performance and resolve complex employee relations issues. Managed an organizational restructure and a redundancy process for 30 employees, ensuring transparent communication and minimizing legal risks. Led efforts that reduced turnover and absenteeism while maintaining high employee satisfaction levels.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

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CIPD

CIPD Level 7, Strategic People Management

Currently pursuing CIPD Level 7 in Strategic People Management. This program focuses on advanced HR strategies and leadership, enhancing my expertise in aligning people initiatives with business objectives.

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Bachelor Degree, Human Resources Management & Employment Law in the Workplace

Completed a Bachelor's degree focusing on Human Resources Management and Employment Law in the Workplace. This comprehensive program provided a strong foundation in HR principles, legal compliance, and best practices.

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Certification, Foreign Business Operator with Marketing

Obtained a certification in Foreign Business Operator with Marketing. This certification enhanced my understanding of international business operations and marketing strategies.

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Certification, Cloud Business

Acquired a Cloud Business Certification. This certification provided knowledge in cloud-based business solutions and their strategic implementation.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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