Vanessa Calderón
Montevideo,MO
Summary
With over 15 years of experience, specializes in delivering strategic and operational HR support to drive business success. Expertise includes managing end-to-end HR processes such as talent acquisition, employee engagement, performance management, and succession planning. Proven strength in building and maintaining partnerships with stakeholders at all levels, supported by strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. A results-driven Human Resources Business Partner with a focus on strategic planning, policy integration, and performance improvements.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
HR Business Partner
MediaMonks
03.2022 - 07.2024
- Led the reduction of 90% of the workforce in June 2024 and oversaw the closure of the physical office in Uruguay.
- Directed the successful integration of practices, policies, and cultural elements from Jam3 into MediaMonks.
- Managed all HR functions at the Uruguay office, including onboarding, offboarding, payroll, talent management, training, compliance, policy implementation, and addressing employee inquiries.
- Partnered with senior management and executives to assess HR needs and design strategic programs aligned with business goals.
- Handled conflict resolution to foster a positive work environment and efficiently resolve employee disputes.
HR Business Partner
Tata Consultancy Services
11.2018 - 02.2022
- Primary point of contact for almost 700 employees, providing guidance and support for HR-related inquiries and needs
- Oversaw the company's appraisal process, career development, pulse survey, and recognition programs
- Ensured alignment with other regional leads to standardize processes across all regions
- Conduct research and analyze data to support strategy development and initiatives
Talent Engagement Lead & HR Business Partner
Tata Consultancy Services
10.2017 - 11.2018
- Take responsibility for all engagement activities within the company, including planning, organizing, and developing the activities, as well as managing the budget and measuring satisfaction and other relevant metrics
- Acted as the primary point of contact for almost 300 employees, providing guidance and support for any HR related inquiries and needs
Talent Development Lead
Tata Consultancy Services
11.2015 - 10.2017
- Established the department in Peru, requiring the implementation of regional and global best practices tailored to the Peruvian context
- Developed HR practices tailored for leaders, which were subsequently implemented in other countries across the region
- In charge of the metrics and analysis for the department at the LATAM level
HR Analyst
Peruana de Moldeados S.A.
09.2009 - 03.2015
- Responsible for conducting Corporate and Great Place to Work (GPTW) Employee Engagement Surveys and Leadership Surveys
- Facilitated Focus Groups to disseminate survey results and prepared Action Plans according to respective areas
- Provided consultancy support to the company's Chile subsidiary for 2 years in this capacity
- Managed all other HR tasks, including recruitment, training, appraisals, compliance, and audits
Education
Coaching Certification Program -
Media.Monks&Wayfynder
01.2023
Accelerate.Monks Program -
MediaMonks
01.2023
Certification in Agile Methodologies -
TCS e-Learning Portal
01.2018
Specialization - Human Resources
UPC
01.2012
Bachelor’s degree - Business Administration
USIL
01.2009
Skills
- Strong Communication Skills
- Strategic Thinking
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Data Analysis
- Interpersonal Skills
- Highly Organized and Detail-Oriented
- Adaptability
- Customer Service Orientation
- Ethical Standards
- Employee Relations
- Talent management
- Retention Strategies
- HRIS Systems
- Organizational Development
- Organizational Culture
- Diversity and Inclusion
Languages
Spanish
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
References
- Estefania Calderon, Direct Manager at TCS MediaMonks, https://www.linkedin.com/in/estefaniacalderon/
- Rahul Jain, Direct Manager at TCS Uruguay, https://www.linkedin.com/in/rahul-jain-142a9213/
- Cynthia Soto, Direct Manager at TCS Peru, https://www.linkedin.com/in/cynthia-soto-paz-50ab7641/
Timeline
HR Business Partner
MediaMonks
03.2022 - 07.2024
HR Business Partner
Tata Consultancy Services
11.2018 - 02.2022
Talent Engagement Lead & HR Business Partner
Tata Consultancy Services
10.2017 - 11.2018
Talent Development Lead
Tata Consultancy Services
11.2015 - 10.2017
HR Analyst
Peruana de Moldeados S.A.
09.2009 - 03.2015
Accelerate.Monks Program -
MediaMonks
Certification in Agile Methodologies -
TCS e-Learning Portal
Specialization - Human Resources
UPC
Bachelor’s degree - Business Administration
USIL
Coaching Certification Program -
Media.Monks&Wayfynder
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