Afrodite Varvis

Managed key clients and large-scale recruitment projects overseas within budget and timelines. Directed and optimized hiring processes, updated procedure, and supervised a team. Led and mentored 4 recruitment advisors and compliance consultants in the UK and India, overseeing 10+ major HR campaigns in Europe, India, the Philippines, and the Middle East. Cultivated strong stakeholder relationships to deliver tailored recruitment strategies and acted as an overall People & Culture business manager to ensure right quality of services executed and employee experience are continuously improved. Worked closely with senior leaders to build a high-performance culture, retention strategies and managed complex employee relations casework including disciplinaries, grievances and absence.

• Placed more than 550 professionals from junior to senior levels within a single financial year.

• Achieved a 100% retention rate deploying more than 50 professionals monthly.

• Ensured compliance with legal regulations while maintaining a lean and agile function.

• Improved interview-to-offer success rates from 64% to 78% by implementing targeted preparation sessions.

• Proven record of being a trusted and go-to People partner and the last 3 months led the L&D team and all the SLAs.

• Aligned global talent strategies and business priorities, contributing to the development and rollout of initiatives fostering a high-performance culture.

• Facilitated the adoption and integration of new talent tools and concepts across markets ensuring consistency.

• Built strong communication strategy with stakeholders and autotomize processes and procedures.

• Designed benefits programmes and initiatives to enhance employee performance, engagement and overall satisfaction.

• Analysed market tends and employee feedback through surveys to design competitive benefits packages.

• Advised, coached, and challenged team members on driving the right balance between performance and culture.

Led overseas recruitment projects in India and the Middle East, coordinating complex interview schedules and ensuring smooth execution. Managed and coached teams in the UK and India, maintaining high-quality processes and timely placements. Influenced stakeholders with strategic communication, data, and insights. Developed documented HR processes, career pathways, and team targets to drive performance. Supervised and mentored international teams, resolving issues and drove decisions based on data and analytics. Oversaw the transition of administrative operations from London to Mumbai, achieving significant cost savings.

• Successfully managed a cross-functional team of 18 (4 in the UK and 14 in India) while traveling between London and Mumbai to enhance team cohesion and deliver training programs.

• Boosted recruitment efficiency by streamlining operations, implementing clear structures, and optimizing workflows across geographically dispersed teams.

• Spearheaded the strategic relocation of admin operations to Mumbai, resulting in reduced operational costs and improved resource allocation. Mirroring the culture between the two offices.

• Collaborated with colleagues on projects and initiatives to improve overall HR service delivery. Developed HR strategies by partnering with line managers and stakeholders and updated old HR policies and procedures to align the new culture.

• Run HR inductions for new starters, and ensured all pre-employment checks are completed robustly.

Negotiated salaries and start dates while serving as account manager for key clients, building strong and enduring relationships. Managed client complaints resolved issues efficiently and maintained high levels of client satisfaction.

• Led upselling and cross-selling initiatives, consistently driving revenue growth, and earning recognition as a top recruiter.

• Managed a team in India, creating and implementing innovative resourcing strategies while spending significant time in both London and Mumbai offices to enhance operational alignment.

• Coordinated global recruitment events, establishing a strong market presence across multiple international locations.

• Coordinated high-profile conferences, academic seminars, and open days across Singapore, Myanmar, Dubai, Egypt, and India.