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Maria Toubanaki

Maria Toubanaki

People Partner

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven HR Professional with extensive experience in talent acquisition, employee development, labor relations and compliance. Demonstrated expertise in creating engaging and inclusive work environments, driving HR initiatives that align with business objectives. Skilled in policy development, strategic HR planning, and working with diverse teams. Passionate about leveraging my HR skills to contribute to organizational growth and employee well-being.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

People Partner

Kpler
Athens
02.2023 - Current

Focused on creating a positive and rewarding work environment at Kpler, the role of People Partner is crucial for the 160 employees across Greece and Cyprus. Continuous improvement of procedures and operations is undertaken to enhance the overall employee experience and align HR practices with Kpler's business objectives.

Typical Tasks & Activities:

  • HR Policy Development: Involves collaboration in creating and implementing essential HR policies for a multinational team.
  • Employee Lifecycle Management: Manages all aspects of the employee experience, including onboarding and offboarding processes.
  • Legal Compliance & Implementation: Maintains compliance with local labor laws in Greece and Cyprus.
  • Special Projects Leadership: Leads innovative HR strategies through key initiatives and projects.
  • Efficient Onboarding Processes: Streamlines the integration process for new employees.
  • Employee Engagement Enhancement: Implements various perks and activities to boost team morale.
  • HR Metrics Analysis: Conducts analysis of HR metrics to support informed decision-making.

HR Generalist

MarineTraffic
Athens
06.2019 - 02.2023

Focus on ensuring employees feel valued and invested in their work. Ensure a seamless experience for MarineTraffic employees from application to dismissal, contributing to the improvement of company procedures and operations.

Typical Tasks & Activities:

  • Administrative Support: Provide essential support to the HR Business Partner.
  • Compliance with Labour Regulations: Ensure all HR practices align with current labor laws.
  • Talent Acquisition & Recruitment: Assist in sourcing candidates, shortlisting, and conducting interviews.
  • Efficient Onboarding: Develop and maintain a streamlined process for integrating new employees.
  • Training & Development Coordination: Organize and facilitate training and development programs.
  • Process Improvement: Actively drive HR-related process enhancements within the company.
  • Performance Management Support: Work closely with employees on performance management initiatives.
  • Employee Satisfaction Enhancement: Apply perks and benefits to boost team morale.
  • Team-Building & CSR Initiatives: Support and organize team-building activities, corporate social responsibility events, and other company activities.
  • HR Metrics Analysis: Collect and analyze HR data, such as demographic metrics, team eNPS, engagement metrics, and HR productivity metrics.
  • Internal & External Communication: Aid in optimizing employer branding through effective communication strategies.

Office Manager

MarineTraffic
Athens
11.2016 - 06.2019

Ensure organizational effectiveness and create the best possible working environment, aiming for high employee happiness. Oversee the smooth running of the office and contribute to the improvement of company procedures and day-to-day operations.

Typical Tasks & Activities:

  • Office Management: Act as the primary contact for office duties, including maintenance, mail, shopping, supplies, billing, and various errands.
  • Operations Support: Assist with the creation and implementation of internal office procedures.
  • Travel Arrangements: Provide travel planning support for the team.
  • Meeting Organization: Organize and facilitate support for meetings.
  • Internal Newsletter: Create and distribute the company's internal newsletter.
  • HR and Accounting Administration: Assist with various HR and accounting administrative tasks.
  • Event Planning: Plan and coordinate in-house or off-site events, such as parties, celebrations, and conferences, including arranging team benefits like catering and gym access.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

University of Piraeus
Piraeus, Greece
09.2009 - 2016.04

Skills

Verbal and written communications

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Software

Microsoft Office

BambooHR

CultureAmp

15Five

Google

Confluence, JIRA

Accomplishments

Achieved 'Best Place to Work' awards for MarineTraffic (2022) and 'Best Place to Work in Tech' award for Kpler (2023)."
Worked on the complex MarineTraffic acquisition by Kpler in 2023.
Assigned as a Site Head within months at Kpler to ensure cultural alignment post-merger.

Affiliations

TEDxUniversityofPiraeus

Role: Event Manager
Period: Nov 2014 - Jul 2015
Contributions: Orchestrated all aspects of event planning and execution, leading a team of 24 volunteers, and successfully delivered a high-impact, inspirational community event.

AIESEC in University of Piraeus

Role: Vice President
Period: Feb 2013 - Nov 2013
Contributions: Played a pivotal role in aligning local initiatives with national objectives, fostering leadership development, and driving impactful community projects.

Timeline

People Partner

Kpler
02.2023 - Current

HR Generalist

MarineTraffic
06.2019 - 02.2023

Office Manager

MarineTraffic
11.2016 - 06.2019

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

University of Piraeus
09.2009 - 2016.04
Maria ToubanakiPeople Partner