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Despoina Douka

Dublin 1

Summary

I am a highly ambitious HR professional with over 6 years of experience in recruitment, onboarding, and employee engagement across hospitality and retail. Known for my cheerful and optimistic outlook, I thrive in collaborative environments while also working well under pressure and on my own initiative. My strong organizational and multitasking skills allow me to manage multiple hiring projects simultaneously, ensuring timely and effective results. With a calm and analytical approach, I provide logical, data-driven solutions to support business needs. Skilled in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and HR systems, I am committed to delivering excellent candidate experiences and contributing to high-performing teams.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

HR Specialist / Talent Acquisition Partner

Calvin Klein, Brown Thomas
09.2022 - 07.2025
  • Partnered with store management and HR to deliver smooth hiring processes and workforce planning.
  • Conducted induction training, improving employee engagement and retention.
  • Led onboarding, training, and integration of new employees, ensuring smooth adaptation into the company culture.
  • Coordinated with regional HR teams across EMEA to align hiring with global standards.

HR Specialist

Calvin Klein
07.2020 - 07.2022
  • Managed end-to-end recruitment for sales, retail, and operational roles.
  • Reduced time-to-hire by 25% through structured interview guides and sourcing improvements.
  • Partnered with managers to align hiring needs with business priorities.
  • Delivered onboarding and training programs, boosting new hire satisfaction.

HR Administrator / Talent Acquisition Partner

Hotel Possidon
05.2017 - 06.2020
  • Oversaw recruitment and seasonal staffing of 80+ employees annually.
  • Coordinated onboarding and compliance training for international staff.
  • Designed and implemented new interview scheduling and candidate communication processes.
  • Collaborated with department managers to forecast staffing needs.

Education

Industrial Relations

Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
Greece
03-2019

Timeline

HR Specialist / Talent Acquisition Partner

Calvin Klein, Brown Thomas
09.2022 - 07.2025

HR Specialist

Calvin Klein
07.2020 - 07.2022

HR Administrator / Talent Acquisition Partner

Hotel Possidon
05.2017 - 06.2020

Industrial Relations

Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
Despoina Douka