Applicant Tracking Systems
Eva Polonkai
HR Expert
Summary
Accomplished Human Resources Executive proactive in meeting company issues head-on with creative and innovative approach. Knowledgeable about changing industry and employment market demands. Expertise includes benefits administration, compensation structuring and recruitment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
HR Generalist
Taxually
Budapest
09.2022 - Current
- Reviewed existing policies and procedures to make recommendations for enhancing work productivity, recruitment, hiring processes and talent management.
- Contributed to annual performance appraisals by working with supervisors to achieve consistency and compliance with established procedures.
- Conserved time and improved workflows by handling special projects and emergency solutions.
- Compiled and produced qualified candidates' information for hiring manager review and liaised between parties to coordinate formal, management interviews.
- Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
Head of HR
Avatao
Budapest
07.2020 - 09.2022
- Devised hiring and recruitment policies for 30-employee company.
- Structured compensation and benefits according to market conditions and budget demands.
- Recruited top talent to maximize profitability.
- Enhanced team workflows and employee job satisfaction by coordinating communication between managers and employees.
- Discovered and resolved complex employee issues that affected management and business decisions.
- Instructed senior leaders on appropriate employee corrective steps.
- Promoted employee engagement with organizational objectives during new employee orientations and industry conventions.
- Created and implemented forward-thinking initiatives to improve employee engagement.
- Set up, operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
Business Operations Manager
Salarify
Budapest
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Delivered business strategy and developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
- Trained new hires, providing information and insight into corporate policies and procedures.
- Developed robust relationships with income-producing clients in the IT and automotive industry.
- Recruited, hired, mentored and trained staff on business procedures, policies, duties and customer care methods.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
Business Development Manager
UX studio
Budapest
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Reached out to potential customers via telephone, email and in-person inquiries.
- Developed and implemented favorable pricing structures balancing firm objectives against customer targets.
- Coordinated innovative strategies to accomplish marketing objectives and boost long-term profitability.
- Collected data and performed customer needs analysis.
- Performed client research and identified opportunities for account growth, account penetration and market expansion.
- Partnered with business teams and IT personnel to align project goals with business strategy and define project milestones.
Operations Manager
RisingStack
Budapest
01.2017 - 08.2018
- Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow.
- Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
- Worked in matrix management environment with oversight of division level managers, operations, sales, finance, human resources, safety and compliance.
- Developed systems to track and log work issues.
- Maintained human resources regulatory compliance with Hungarian labour law.
- Leveraged social media platforms and online job boards to advertise open positions and engage with potential candidates.
- Followed up with notable applicants sourced via industry-specific pipelines, events and job fairs.
Tax Advisor
PwC
Budapest
01.2015 - 12.2016
- Consulted with clients to assess and mitigate future tax liabilities and determine eligibility for tax abatement.
- Delivered comprehensive tax documentation required for accurate individual and corporate returns.
- Provided information about available products and services to clients, resulting in increased business opportunities.
- Offered clients recommendations to reduce tax liabilities.
Education
J.D. - Law
ELTE
Budapest 09.2008 - 06.2014
Certificate of English Law - Law
University of Warwick
Coventry, UK 09.2011 - 07.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Károli Gáspár University
Budapest 09.2019 - 06.2022
Certificate - Organizational Leadership
MCC
Budapest 09.2013 - 07.2014
Skills
Labor negotiations
Workforce improvements
Benefits and compensation management
Compensation structuring
Full cycle recruiting
Annual evaluations
Candidate pipeline management
Software
HR systems
Project Management Tools (Jira, Trello)
Timeline
HR Generalist
Taxually
09.2022 - Current
Head of HR
Avatao
07.2020 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Károli Gáspár University
09.2019 - 06.2022
Business Operations Manager
Salarify
08.2019 - 08.2020
Business Development Manager
UX studio
08.2018 - 08.2019
Operations Manager
RisingStack
01.2017 - 08.2018
Tax Advisor
PwC
01.2015 - 12.2016
Certificate - Organizational Leadership
MCC
09.2013 - 07.2014
Certificate of English Law - Law
University of Warwick
09.2011 - 07.2012
J.D. - Law
ELTE
09.2008 - 06.2014