TOPdeskHead of Development (Hungary)
Dec. 2021 - Feb. 2024Budapest, HungaryOversaw the Development department in Hungary (around 70 people), responsible for direct management of 20+ individuals. Led employee development through biweekly 1:1s, performance appraisals, and salary reviews, supporting individual growth and team satisfaction. Drove employee engagement by co-developing a new salary and appraisal system, leading to a 20% improvement in engagement scores. Supported recruitment and growth planning, conducting job interviews, and creating a strategy tailored to department needs. As a member of the Hungarian Leadership Team, I collaborated closely with local business leaders to align on branch-wide initiatives, including annual plans and strategic objectives. This ensured that the development department’s goals were fully integrated with and supported the broader business goals. Aligned local and global development through close collaboration with international leaders, ensuring consistent objectives and departmental cohesion.