Greta Varela Franco
Dublin,Ireland
Summary
HR professional with expertise in organization development, talent management, and employee relations. Strong knowledge of HRIS systems and compliance regulations, including TUPE. Proven success in recruitment, onboarding, and policy implementation, with a focus on performance measurement and dispute resolution. Committed to delivering innovative HR solutions that enhance productivity and align with organizational objectives.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work history
HR business Partner
Irish Recruitment Consultants (IRC)
Dublin, Ireland
2021.05 - 2025.02
- Successfully managed Guinness store house account, aligning with hiring managers to forecast and meet staffing requirements for 150 employees.
- Executed effective people management strategies, including disciplinary actions, feedback sessions and coaching conversations.
- Led end-to-end recruitment process across Ireland selection procedures, interviews job description development.
- Conducted performance appraisals for employee development.
- Handled disciplinary procedures, ensuring compliance with employment laws.
- Supported grievance procedures, promoting fair work environment.
- Established effective communication channels between staff and management enhancing mutual understanding.
- Coordinated employee engagement surveys leading to improved morale and productivity.
- Collaborated with managers to understand staffing needs, facilitating efficient recruitment drives.
- Oversaw disciplinary, performance and absence management for 150 employees.
Human Resources Specialist
UPS
Dublin, Ireland
2015.02 - 2021.04
- Part of very busy and dynamic team. Oversaw Recruitment process for all Ireland.
- (selection procedures, performing interviews, screening applicant CVs, developing job descriptions, reviewing application forms, and maintaining employee records).
- Managing and hiring approx. 300 people during peak season.
- Enhanced company culture through implementation of wellness programmes.
- Coordinated internal communication to increase understanding and compliance with HR policies.
- Conducted assessments for team leaders to ensure optimal team performance.
- Chaired health and safety committee organising first aid training and developing fire evaluation plan for Nightline and UPS building.
HR & Legal Advisor
Freelance
, Spain
2010.02 - 2015.01
- Expertly resolved inter-labour, civil and criminal legal service issues, including court representation.
- Facilitated successful mediation agreements for clients.
- Managing my own company, demonstrating self-driven leadership.
- Advised on legal rights, obligations, and implications with careful analysis.
- Completed regular reviews of corporate practices ensuring continual legality.
- Managed legal issues for optimal company operation.
- Assisted in court proceedings, upholding client interests.
- Negotiated settlements for dispute resolution.
- Handled variety of legal matters efficiently whilst maintaining confidentiality.
- Ensured compliance with laws and regulations, avoiding potential fines or penalties.
- Advocated client's position during negotiations, achieving favourable outcomes.
- Interviewed clients and witnesses to corroborate case evidence.
Human Resources Specialist
Grupo ABANCA
, Spain
2008.10 - 2010.01
- Spearheaded employee relation by formulating contracts and advising on employment legislation.
- Offered expert support on employee relations matters and performance improvement guidelines.
- Over saw recruitment and selection pf direct employees and managed contract renewal process.
- Led initiatives in monitoring and reporting on absenteeism and punctuality.
- Conducted exit interviews to gather valuable feedback and insights from departing employees.
- Explained employee benefits packages and compensation structures to increase comprehension and support informed decision-making.
Education
Bachelor Degree - Law
Law University
SpainMaster HR
SpainSkills
- Ethical conduct
- Organizational development
- Talent assessment and management
- HRIS knowledge
- Onboarding processes
- Relationship management
- Performance measurement
- Dispute mediation
- Recruitment and selection
- Contracts management
- Policy implementation and development
- HR solutions
- Employee relations
- TUPE regulations knowledge
- Compliance understanding
PROFOLIO
https://www.linkedin.com/in/greta-varela-franco-7996b320a/
Languages
Spanish
Native
English
Advanced
Timeline
HR business Partner
Irish Recruitment Consultants (IRC)
2021.05 - 2025.02
Human Resources Specialist
UPS
2015.02 - 2021.04
HR & Legal Advisor
Freelance
2010.02 - 2015.01
Human Resources Specialist
Grupo ABANCA
2008.10 - 2010.01
Bachelor Degree - Law
Law University
Master HR