Katia Herszlikowicz

Work History

JAM CITY (Global Mobile Gaming Company)

04.2021 - Current

Talent Acquisition: Established and professionalized the Talent Acquisition department to achieve business growth goals, and enhanced employer branding through recruitment fairs and sector events, resulting in a 250-employee team
Strategic Collaboration: As a member of the executive board, partner closely with management to design and implement initiatives that align with and advance the overall organizational strategy
Regional Adaptation: Act as the liaison between the U.S
Headquarters and the South American region, tailoring global HR strategies to effectively address local market needs and cultural nuances
Local Leadership: Drive and support the execution of HR programs and policies, ensuring they resonate with regional objectives and enhance employee engagement and organizational effectiveness
Boosted employee satisfaction through regular performance reviews, constructive feedback, and personal development plans.

SABRE (IT Company Supporting the Tourism Industry)

03.2018 - 03.2021

Process Improvement: Contributed to a comprehensive review of organizational processes and policies, fostering a positive employee relationship that led to the dissolution of the workers' union
Employee Engagement: Created and led focus groups to involve employees in analyzing and implementing various actions and proposals
Campaign Creation: Launched the “We Listen Campaign” to highlight various initiatives and proposals, leading to high survey response rates and significantly improved results
Leadership Committee: Established a “Governance Team” with the top leadership of each business unit to receive and disseminate relevant information from headquarters
Strategic HR: Transformed the Human Resources department from an administrative function into a strategic business partner (HRBP)
Policy Alignment: Updated the global Handbook and Policies to ensure compliance with local legislation while maintaining alignment with global standards, promoting consistency and legal adherence

COPAC (Financial Company)

05.2017 - 02.2018

Compensation System: Designed a new objective-based compensation system aligned with organizational culture
Union Negotiations: Presented and negotiated a new performance evaluation and compensation plan with union representatives and the Executive Committee
Process Optimization: Implemented a systematic process for attendance and absence management, resulting in reduced processing times and increased effectiveness
Team Building: Organized activities to foster team spirit and a sense of belonging among employees

DANONE URUGUAY

10.2011 - 07.2016

Union Management: Successfully implemented strategic practices and benefit revisions, leading to the dissolution of the union and streamlining organizational operations
Benefits Program: Developed and launched a new benefits program recognized internationally as a global best practice, significantly enhancing employee satisfaction and competitive positioning
Incentive Program: Overhauled the sales force incentive program, driving improved performance and measurable increases in sales outcomes
Productivity Plan: Collaborated with the Executive Committee to design and execute a comprehensive productivity plan, including job and role redesign to optimize efficiency and effectiveness
Employee Motivation: Boosted employee engagement and morale through the organization of special events, development of incentive programs, and provision of constructive feedback

TATA CONSULTANCY SERVICES

01.2009 - 09.2011

Strategic HR Integration: Elevated HR to a strategic role within the company, ensuring its alignment with broader business objectives
Talent Management Establishment: Founded the Talent Management department in Uruguay, implementing comprehensive programs for Performance Evaluation, Career Planning, Compensation, Communication, Training, Employee Retention, and Compensation Matrix development
Enhanced Employee Satisfaction: Achieved the highest satisfaction survey results in the region, with increased participation rates compared to other locations
Significant Growth Achievement: Drove the company's expansion in Uruguay, scaling the workforce from 60 to 1,200 employees during the tenure
Innovative Recruitment Initiatives: Organized and executed the first large-scale recruitment events locally, including Campus Recruitment at universities and Job Fairs across Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru
Educational Partnerships: Forged partnerships with IT-related universities to develop tertiary courses that address current market needs
Young Professional Re-skilling Program: Created the program for the retraining of young professionals, supporting career development and skills alignment with industry demands

TATA CONSULTANCY SERVICES

01.2006 - 01.2009