Pinelopi Sympetheri

I am a people-centric HR leader with multinational experience, driven by a deep interest in how structures, power dynamics, and human behavior interact within organizations. Currently, I am complementing my strategic practice with an MSc in Human Resources Management & Digital Transformation - a program that reinforces my ability to design and lead future-oriented HR strategies by integrating AI, data-informed decision-making, and organizational agility. I believe in building cultures that foster trust, growth, and clarity - enabling people and organizations to thrive together.

Corporate Training Instructor - ANT1 Group – Social Media Marketing

(2025-09)

Delivered training on social media strategy, content design, and performance analytics.

Corporate Training Instructor - Interbalkan Center of Entrepreneurial Development

(2025-09)

Delivered applied frameworks, tools, and case studies for modern project delivery in digital environments.

• Academic pivot: translating corporate practice into structured, research-aligned learning experiences.

Chief Human Resources Officer (Integration Project - HR Evolution Program) - AAnG Holdings

(2025-02 - 2025-09)

• Led Build-Up Phase of Group HR Evolution Program; delivered Phase I: performance framework, talent workflows, leadership architecture.
• Build-Up phase completed; initiative transitioned to Executive Board for strategic consolidation.

Group Talent & Purpose Director (Integration Project - Strategic HR Agenda) - ATCOM S.A. & ADVENGERS

(2024-09 - 2025-02)

Led core HR initiatives across the group during a transitional phase, focusing on recruitment, onboarding, performance, and culture alignment in line with business priorities.

Group Talent & Training Lead - Brown Hotels Greece

(2022-03 - 2024-08)

End-to-end recruitment for 10 hotel openings across Greece; set up all TA processes from scratch. Designed & implemented scalable L&D frameworks aligned with brand & ops goals.

• Collaborated cross-functionally with Operations and HQ to ensure HR strategy supported both guest experience and organizational growth.

HR Manager Greece - LanistarUK

(2020-11 - 2022-02)

Built Greek HR function from scratch in a FinTech startup context - Designed local policies and enabled team scale-up.

Academic & Training Operations Manager - HELLO Education

(2018-10 - 2020-10)

• Managed tutoring teams, operational budgets, and curriculum integration.
• Oversaw academic planning and quality assurance processes.

Professional, Hospitality Trainer, Blogger & Columnist - Freelance

(2014-01 - 2018-09)

• Delivered in-house training to hotels & tourism businesses.
• Created content for two Google blogs (Polly's way of living & Polly's way of thinking).
• Contributed lifestyle articles as columnist for MAXMAG.GR.

HR & Training Executive - Astir Palace Resort & Spa (Starwood Hotels)

(2008-09 - 2013-12)

• Managed L&D programs and Starwood HR procedures.
• Coordinated onboarding, evaluations & brand compliance for 800-1500 staff.

Account Supervisor - Randstad Hellas

(2008-06 - 2008-08)

Managed client accounts and full recruitment cycles.

Talent Acquisition Consultant - Manpower Greece

(2007-06 - 2008-05)

Oversaw candidate sourcing, interviews and placements.

Sales Trainer / Team Leader / Agent - EFG EurobankErgasias (Open 24)

(2003-10 - 2007-05)

Led tele-sales team for banking products while conducting internal training and quality assurance.

MSc - Human Resources Management & Digital Transformation - René Descartes College

Bachelor - International & European Relations - Panteios University of Athens