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@ilonagalowska
I am a dynamic HR Manager optimizing HR operations, talent management, and employee engagement.
I am a results-driven HR Manager with a Master's in Sociology and deep experience shaping personnel policies, recruitment strategies, and HR operations across construction and contracting sectors. I developed comprehensive HR policies, conducted compliance audits, presented the company during external audits, and led large recruitment campaigns including conducting over 1,000 interviews to hire middle and senior management.
I build and mentor high-performing people operations teams, optimize HR processes, and manage payroll coordination, performance appraisal systems, and employee relations to foster positive workplace culture. I am skilled in negotiation, labour law compliance, compensation and benefits, and I speak English (advanced) and Spanish (intermediate).
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Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Gülermak
Feb 2020 - Jul 2024 (4 years 5 months)
Led HR operations for the Poland office, developing comprehensive HR policies, implementing compliance audits, and building a high-performing people operations team. Optimized HR processes and executed company-wide recruitment and talent management strategies to improve efficiency and engagement.
Gülermak - GP Mosty S.C.
Nov 2018 - Feb 2020 (1 year 3 months)
Provided operational HR support for a major S2 expressway bridge project, coordinating appraisals, payroll with an external provider, recruitment and training while ensuring labour law compliance. Implemented strategic HR initiatives to enhance employee engagement and career path planning.
Freelancer
Nov 2017 - Oct 2018 (11 months)
Established business relationships with Polish companies hiring employees from Asian markets, negotiated supplier and hiring agreements, and analyzed market trends to inform negotiation tactics. Developed strategic partnerships to support client growth.
POLAQUA / Dragados, ACS Group
Mar 2012 - Nov 2017 (5 years 8 months)
Managed end-to-end recruitment for middle and senior management roles, conducting over 1,000 interviews and implementing onboarding, talent management and offboarding processes. Supported senior management and payroll documentation to ensure compliance with Polish labour law.
Cpl Jobs Poland
Jul 2010 - Feb 2012 (1 year 7 months)
Sourced top technical talent for construction, production and logistics roles using advanced recruitment methods and conducted in-depth technical interviews to assess candidate fit. Built strong client relationships to understand and meet hiring needs.
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Master of Arts, Sociology
2002 - 2007
Activities and societies: Student exchange at University of Warsaw (2005–2006); Specialization: Negotiation and mediation.
Completed Master of Arts in Sociology at Jagiellonian University (Oct 2002–Nov 2007), including a 2005–2006 student exchange at the University of Warsaw; specialized in negotiation and mediation.
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