Yoanna Panayotova

Head of Talent

Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom8 yrs 11 mos experience
Most Likely To Switch

Key Highlights

  • Achieved 100% offer acceptance rate in recruitment.
  • Improved team culture score from 7.9 to 8.5.
  • Successfully led diversity initiatives in leadership.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Human Resources professional with expertise in recruitment and employee engagement.

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Skills

Core Skills

Human Resources (hr)Employee EngagementRecruiting

Other Skills

Accepting ResponsibilityAnalytical SkillsBusiness StrategyClient RelationsCommunicationComputer LiteracyCustomer EngagementCustomer Relationship Management (CRM)Customer SatisfactionCustomer ServiceDecision AnalysisDecision-MakingEmployee Learning & DevelopmentEmployee RelationsEvent Management

About

I am a passionate and determined professional with a strong background in marketing and extensive experience in HR and talent acquisition. I am eager to leverage my skills and expertise to contribute to the growth and success of an organisation in a responsible role. I thrive in fast-paced environments and have a proven ability to prioritise tasks and work effectively under pressure. I excel at working collaboratively as a team player and have also demonstrated success as a leader when needed. I am highly detail-oriented, goal-driven, and consistently strive to exceed expectations while maintaining a can-do attitude. Additionally, I am committed to continuous learning and development, both personally and professionally, to ensure that I deliver exceptional results at all times.

Experience

8 yrs 11 mos
Total Experience
1 yr 9 mos
Average Tenure
2 yrs 11 mos
Current Experience

Atto

Talent and Employee Engagement Manager

Jul 2023Present · 2 yrs 11 mos · Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom · Remote

  • In just three months, I successfully grew the team by 16 members, while raising the culture and happiness score from 7.9 to 8.5. During this time, I achieved a 100% offer acceptance rate and an impressive Net Promoter Score (NPS) of 47. A key focus of my work was driving diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) initiatives, resulting in 65% of the leadership team being women.
  • I also designed a comprehensive wellbeing training series and introduced a Learning and Development program to support ongoing employee growth and satisfaction. Additionally, I managed and resolved employee grievance processes, ensuring fair and equitable outcomes for all involved.
  • On the operational side, I dealt with SharePoint, while ensuring all policies were kept up to date on Drata, maintaining compliance and efficiency across the organisation.
Intercultural CommunicationHuman Resources (HR)LinkedIn RecruiterStakeholder ManagementEmployee RelationsEmployee Engagement+4

Fjord

Human Resources Consultant

Aug 2022Jul 2023 · 11 mos

  • As an HR Consultant, I managed a diverse portfolio across the UK, Europe, and the US, overseeing the entire recruitment process from start to finish. I’m proud to have achieved a 95% success rate in placing candidates from the first three CVs submitted, which was largely due to setting up automated ATS systems that streamlined the hiring process.
  • Alongside recruitment, I was responsible for writing HR policies and implementing HRIS systems, helping my clients create more efficient internal processes. I also redesigned job adverts and developed Talent Attraction Kits to improve the effectiveness of their recruitment efforts.
  • Additionally, I managed updates to company pages on Glassdoor and LinkedIn, ensuring they accurately reflected the brand and helped attract talent. I created content plans for social media to further build their online presence. I also trained hiring managers on interview techniques and how to improve their social media presence to support recruitment goals.
Intercultural CommunicationFlexible ApproachHuman Resources (HR)LinkedIn RecruiterStakeholder ManagementRecruiting+1

Ami expeditionary healthcare

2 roles

Lead Talent Acquisition Specialist

Promoted

Dec 2021Sep 2022 · 9 mos

  • As the Lead Recruiter for both the Dutch Caribbean Island and UN Health Services Projects, I was responsible for providing effective communication, understanding, and expertise to the PMO, collaborating with teams across the US, UK, and the Philippines. I successfully disseminated specific roles and information to the talent team and utilised my skills to discover effective ways of attracting talent. Through continuous communication, project collaboration, and problem-solving with HRBP, I supported the effective negotiation during offer management and utilised our ATS to reflect the current status of vacancies and associated candidate journeys. I also utilised talent pools for future vacancies, ensuring a continuous pipeline of skilled talent.
Intercultural CommunicationFlexible ApproachHuman Resources (HR)LinkedIn RecruiterStakeholder ManagementRecruiting+2

Global Resourcing Specialist

Jun 2021Dec 2021 · 6 mos

  • As a Global Resourcing Professional, my role involved sourcing the best possible talent for critical roles by collaborating with relevant teams. I provided proficient support in applicant tracking systems and actively participated in PMO calls to discuss talent needs and support project goals. I designed and implemented effective processes to streamline communication between recruitment, onboarding, background, travel, and HR teams. I provided suggestions for process improvements and extensive knowledge of the end-to-end process, enabling me to provide support to teams at all times. Working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to identify, attract, and retain top talent was a significant part of my role.
  • I also contributed to the company's growth and diversity initiatives by serving as a member of the Talent Marketing team and actively participating in the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee.
Intercultural CommunicationFlexible ApproachHuman Resources (HR)LinkedIn RecruiterStakeholder ManagementRecruiting+1

Joivy

2 roles

Operations Coordinator

Promoted

Dec 2019Jun 2021 · 1 yr 6 mos

  • My duties included maintaining effective communication with landlords, addressing their concerns, providing repair quotes and updates on maintenance, and responding to general inquiries. I created detailed check-in guides, guest manuals, and maintenance manuals for each high-end property, along with standard operating procedures. I devised and executed a streamlined system to track stock and deliveries, and daily scheduled the maintenance team members and operational runners. I ensured that the team was briefed on any events or VIP guests, and assigned relevant tasks accordingly. I supervised contractors, cleaners, and maintenance team members humbly, and ensured that the calendars were properly organised to accommodate deep cleans, landlord visits, and other necessary tasks. I maintained effective communication with contractors and guests regarding maintenance issues, and worked closely with the finance team on reservations, refunds, and maintenance costs.
Intercultural CommunicationFlexible ApproachOrganization Skills

Guest Relations Associate

Apr 2019Dec 2019 · 8 mos

  • In my position, I learned the significance of prioritising people, cultivating humility, and building trust. My responsibility was to provide exceptional, high-class service to guests, resolve complaints with professionalism and efficiency, and maintain open communication with property owners and contractors. This experience taught me the importance of placing guests first and the positive impact it can have on both the business and the guests themselves.
Intercultural CommunicationFlexible ApproachOrganization Skills

Off to work

2 roles

Recruitment and Operations Coordinator

Oct 2017Apr 2019 · 1 yr 6 mos

  • In my role, I was tasked to provide exceptional support to both our clients and event staff. While handling a high volume of calls, I also ensured that administrative tasks were executed smoothly and proactively maintained a pipeline of qualified candidates for future events. To achieve this, I utilised various platforms to effectively organise cold calling efforts, self-scheduled interviews, and came up with innovative initiatives to improve our recruitment process. As part of my responsibilities, I also played an integral role in onboarding new candidates, providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for them to grow and succeed. To further develop and enhance the skills of the team, I led assessment and training days, cultivating a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
Intercultural CommunicationFlexible ApproachHuman Resources (HR)RecruitingOrganization Skills

Event Supervisor

Oct 2017Apr 2019 · 1 yr 6 mos

  • This role required a high level of adaptability, as events took place in prestigious venues such as Holyrood Palace, the National Museum of Scotland, Signet Library, the SSE Hydro, and Hopetoun House. As a supervisor, my primary responsibility was to manage shifts and ensure the team delivered exceptional customer service. I motivated the team to meet various targets, always leading by example with an appropriate leadership style. Effective time management was crucial, and I always made myself available to provide support if needed. It was an honor to be a part of creating memorable experiences for guests in such esteemed settings.
Organization Skills

Staffing solutions

Recruitment Consultant

Aug 2016Sep 2017 · 1 yr 1 mo · Bulgaria

Human Resources (HR)Recruiting

Education

CIPD Qualifications

CIPD Level 7 Advanced Certificate (Postgraduate)

Dec 2025Present

Edinburgh Napier University

BA (HONS) International Tourism and Marketing Management

Language High School “Geo Milev”

Secondary Education — English Language and Literature

QUT (Queensland University of Technology)

BA (HONS) International Marketing Management — International Marketing

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