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Katarzyna Socha

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Learning & Development leader, passionate about coaching, people growth and performance learning.

Poland

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What I'm looking for

 I’m looking for a fully remote role in Learning & Development where I can design and deliver impactful soft skills training and coaching. I thrive in mission-driven environments that value growth mindset, human connection and data-informed performance. I seek teams focused on empowerment, psychological safety and people development.

I am a Learning & Development leader with 10+ years of experience in designing, delivering and scaling impactful learning solutions in fast-paced, international environments. I specialize in soft skills development, onboarding, coaching and building values-driven team cultures.

I have successfully co-created and implemented training programs for frontline supervisors and managers, improving engagement, accelerating performance, and aligning learning with business goals.

I bring strong stakeholder collaboration, data-informed decision-making and a human-centered approach to learning design.

My mission is to empower people and teams to thrive through practical, engaging and measurable learning journeys.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Learning and Development Manager

Current

MOWI

Sep 2024 - Present (10 months)

Co-designed and launched onboarding and development programs for frontline supervisors, reaching 69 participants. Built competency matrices and success profiles for sales and leadership roles, enabling performance coaching.

Onboarding Leadership Development Stakeholder Management Project Management Communication Skills Problem Solving Analytical Thinking Facilitation Management Consulting Coaching And Development

Expert Trainer / Training Manager

State Street Bank

Nov 2019 - Aug 2024 (4 years 9 months)

Designed and delivered global leadership development programs for over 650 managers, including New Manager Training and Coaching Skills for Managers. Implemented SMART-aligned goals and tracked behavior change through pre/post assessments and multi-source feedback.

Leadership Development Program Design Mentoring Coaching Analytical Skills Delivery Facilitation Reporting And Analysis Strategic Planning

L&D Project Manager

Progres Group

Jul 2016 - Jun 2021 (4 years 11 months)

Maintained a 100% on-time delivery record across 20+ L&D and consulting projects for manufacturing companies, earning an average client rating of 4.8/5. Recruited and managed 15+ experts, trainers, and coaches across programs.

Project Management Client Relationship Management Recruitment Training Delivery Recruiting Team Management Team Building Team Leadership Collaboration

Sales Trainer & Sales Coach

Laureate Online Education & KRD BIG S.A.

Nov 2013 - Jun 2016 (2 years 7 months)

Delivered over 650 hours of onboarding and instructor-led sales training for international B2B sales teams. Conducted 1:1 coaching for over 100 sales consultants, providing real-time feedback on communication and client engagement.

Sales Training Sales Coaching Onboarding B2B Sales Performance Improvement Mentoring Coaching KPI Tracking Instructor Led Training

Project Manager

Ergo Store

Oct 2011 - Jul 2013 (1 year 9 months)

Led the international rollout of over 60 Dockers and MOHITO store installations across 10 countries in Europe. Coordinated vendors, managed budgets, and delivery timelines, ensuring full alignment with brand standards.

Project Management International Rollouts Vendor Management Budget Management Installation Planning Client Relationship Management Brand Strategy

Head of Sales Support Department

Comarch

Aug 2010 - Sep 2011 (1 year 1 month)

Managed a 5-person team in the B2B IT sales environment, supporting regional managers with data, documentation, and client engagement materials. Introduced KPIs and redesigned workflows by standardizing briefing templates and creating onboarding procedures, resulting in reduced chaos and improved team consistency.

Team Management Sales Support KPIs Workflow Optimization Onboarding Lead Qualification Lead Conversion

International Project Manager

Top Consulting Conferences and Trainings

Sep 2008 - Dec 2009 (1 year 3 months)

Managed end-to-end logistics and speaker coordination for 3 international conferences. Designed internal sales training sessions and mentored junior staff, improving pitch quality and confidence.

Project Management Sales Training Mentoring

Key Account Manager

Aquael

Jun 2006 - Aug 2008 (2 years 2 months)

Increased annual sales by 15% in the Swedish market through relationship-building and consultative selling. Led packaging rebranding project for 2 international markets, coordinating with product, design, and logistics.

Key Account Management Sales Growth Consultative Selling Project Coordination Product Demos Distributor Training

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Kozminski University

Postgraduate, Human Capital Management

2014 - 2015

Undertook postgraduate studies in Human Capital Management, focusing on strategic HR practices and talent development. Gained insights into optimizing human potential within organizations.

Prorozvoyovo Institute

Certified Business Trainer & Organizational Coach, Business Training and Organizational Coaching

2013 - 2015

Achieved certification as a Business Trainer and Organizational Coach, specializing in developing and delivering effective training programs. Focused on enhancing organizational performance through coaching and development initiatives.

Jagiellonian University

Postgraduate, Psychological Counseling

2012 - 2013

Completed postgraduate studies in Psychological Counseling, developing skills in counseling techniques and psychological support. Focused on understanding human behavior and providing effective guidance.

Warsaw School of Economics

M.A. in Finance and Banking, Finance and Banking

1999 - 2004

Activities and societies: Academic Choir, member of negotiation and psychology committees

Completed a Master of Arts in Finance and Banking, gaining expertise in financial markets and banking operations. Also pursued Pedagogical Studies, enhancing skills in education and training methodologies.