Elisa Boukal

Operations Associate

Dubai, United Arab Emirates6 yrs 9 mos experience

Highly Stable

Key Highlights

Expert in HR management across multiple international locations.
Proven track record in talent acquisition and employee engagement.
Fluent in Italian and French, enhancing cross-border communication.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Human Resources professional with a strong focus on talent acquisition and employee engagement in a multicultural environment.

Contact

elisa@graystonefs.com LinkedIn

Skills

Core Skills

Human ResourcesTalent AcquisitionRecruitment

Other Skills

HR operationsemployee relationsperformance managementHR documentationpayroll coordinationHR structure designprocess implementationrecruitment processescandidate experiencecollaboration with universitiesonboarding processesrecruitment reportingfinancial analysiscandidate sourcingHR administration

About

I combine my expertise in People & HR management with a strong focus on business development to support organizational growth. At Graystone Capital MENA, I ensure smooth employee lifecycle management, foster employee engagement, and identify new business opportunities to drive revenue and innovation across borders. Fluent in Italian and French.

Experience

6 yrs 9 mos

Total Experience

2 yrs 3 mos

Average Tenure

1 yr 1 mo

Current Experience

Graystone capital mena

HR Management Specialist & Talent Acquisition

May 2025 – Present · 1 yr 1 mo · Dubai, United Arab Emirates · On-site

I manage the HR function across multiple international locations, supporting business growth and ensuring smooth people operations in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.
In this role, I combine HR operations, talent acquisition, and strategic coordination, acting as the main HR point of contact for both employees and leadership.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading the HR function independently across the UAE, India, Pakistan, and Morocco
Managing end-to-end recruitment processes, including sourcing, screening, interviews, and candidate coordination
Partnering with leadership to define hiring needs and support workforce planning and organizational structuring
Building and maintaining talent pipelines to support business growth across multiple regions
Acting as the main HR point of contact, handling employee relations, performance follow-up, and engagement
Coordinating onboarding and offboarding processes to ensure smooth employee integration and transitions
Managing payroll coordination, HR documentation, and compliance across multiple locations
Preparing HR reports and KPIs to support decision-making at management level
Contributing to the setup of a new subsidiary in India from scratch, including HR structure and processes
Supporting the Chief Business Officer in agenda management and participating in client and banking meetings

HR operationstalent acquisitionemployee relationsperformance managementHR documentationpayroll coordination+2

Michelin

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Apr 2022 – May 2025 · 3 yrs 1 mo · Clermont-Ferrand · On-site

At Michelin, I managed recruitment processes for interns and apprentices, ensuring a seamless and high-quality candidate experience from first contact to integration. I worked closely with managers and universities to align recruitment strategies with business needs and optimize onboarding processes.
Key responsibilities and achievements:
Managed end-to-end recruitment for internships and apprenticeships (~80 hires/year), including sourcing, screening, interviews, and candidate coordination
Ensured a positive candidate experience through proactive communication, structured onboarding, and follow-up throughout the hiring journey
Collaborated with managers to define hiring needs, assess candidate fit, and ensure smooth integration into teams
Partnered with universities and training institutions to attract high-potential candidates and maintain a talent pipeline
Maintained accurate recruitment reporting and ATS updates (Workday) to monitor KPIs and improve hiring efficiency
Supported the development of onboarding materials and processes, enhancing new hire engagement and retention
Contributed to HR projects related to employer branding, candidate experience, and talent attraction initiatives
Assisted managers with employee integration, performance follow-up, and administrative HR coordination

recruitment processescandidate experiencecollaboration with universitiesonboarding processesrecruitment reportingTalent Acquisition+1

Irec emploi

Assistante de recrutement

Jan 2021 – Apr 2022 · 1 yr 3 mos · Clermont-Ferrand, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France

In this role, I supported both HR operations and client relations within a temporary staffing and recruitment environment.
I worked closely with candidates, employees on assignment, and client companies to ensure efficient HR coordination and a positive experience for all stakeholders.
Key responsibilities included:
Conducting candidate sourcing, screening, and daily interviews
Managing HR administration including contracts, amendments, HRIS updates, and payroll inputs
Ensuring follow-up and well-being of placed employees during their assignments
Acting as the main point of contact for both candidates and client companies
Managing a portfolio of approximately 50 client companies
Supporting invoicing, reporting, and HR documentation