Gergana D.
4.8
Studied at UCLA Anderson School of Management
Works at Google
Available tomorrow at 5:00 PM UTC
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Work Experience
Senior Manager, HR & Compensation Operations
May 2024 - Present
Manager, Compensation Operations
April 2022 - May 2024
Program Manager, Sr. Compensation Operations Manager
July 2018 - April 2022
Human Capital, Summer Associate
Deloitte Consulting
June 2017 - August 2017
I assisted with the divestiture of people operations in 34 countries and the carve-out of 13,000 employees globally in an $8.8 billion technology M&A deal. In the role of an HR project manager, I managed various stakeholders and deadlines and ensured global deal compliance through addressing local country-level issues. I also led the HR data transfer process by working cross-functionally with global partners, ultimately enabling a timely and legally compliant Day 1.
HR Business Partner
Odin's Gear
July 2015 - August 2016
I developed the preliminary HR and Marketing strategies alongside the startup's founders. I gained valuable general management skills and enjoyed experiencing first-hand the strategic challenges that come with running a business.
HR Project Manager
Rocket Internet
September 2014 - July 2015
I served as a trusted advisor to 70+ internal clients. I managed and designed online marketing hiring strategies for Rocket's multiple ventures throughout Europe during a high-growth period. I analyzed HR financial data to identify areas for cost savings, improved processes, led new program initiatives, and generated HR KPI dashboards for investors. I also handled a few confidential (NDA) projects and mentored 4 indirect reports. One of my favorite experiences was the opportunity to open and staff new regional offices in Singapore and the Philippines. Sep. 2014 - Mar. 2015: Human Resources Associate at PricePanda (a Rocket Internet division)
Technical Recruiter
ATR International
July 2013 - June 2014
I partnered with key clients such as Qualcomm, Medtronic, and ViaSat in strategically building up their workforce through various channels. My main focus areas were IT & Engineering. I also trained technical sourcers and interns on internal databases (e.g. FileMaker), job boards, building relationships with clients and candidates, conducting in-depth interviews, and negotiating. * Awarded “Rookie Recruiter with Extraordinary Results” – recognition by the President & CEO Jul. 2013 - Sep. 2013: Talent Sourcer
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Education
UCLA Anderson School of Management
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Management & Organization Executive Development Specialization
2016 - 2018
Activities and societies: VP of Human Capital (Management Consulting Association); VP of Conference Operations (Women's Business Connection); Interview Prep Team Coach; Admissions Interviewer; Riordan MBA Fellows Mentor; Anderson Wine Club - Anderson Exceptional Student Fellowship - David J. Wang Fellowship - Microsoft Business Innovation Challenge: 1st place - T-Mobile Mobility Case Competition: 2nd place - Featured in Poets & Quants Article: "Meet UCLA Anderson’s MBA Class of 2018"
University of San Diego
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Finance & Marketing
2009 - 2013
Grade: Summa Cum Laude, 3.96/4.00 Activities and societies: Co-Chair International Team & Executive Board Member (Orientation Team); VP of Internal Affairs (Marketing Club); Marketing Chair (ASTRA Community Service Club); Admissions Ambassadors; Team Captain (Relay for Life / American Cancer Society); Marketing Committee Member (International Student Organization) - "Alcala 100" Honorary Member: "100 Outstanding Leaders" selected from the graduating class of 1,400 - Departmental Honors in Finance and Marketing - Vessela Zaykova-Smolin Memorial Scholarship Recipient (full academic scholarship)
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Overall Rating
4.8
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