Cecilia Zavaleta
About Cecilia Zavaleta
Cecilia Zavaleta serves as the HR Manager for Southern Europe at Axis Communications, where she has worked since 2012. With a background in human resources spanning over two decades, she has held various positions at Valeo and Citibank, and has a strong academic foundation in human resources and social sciences.
Current Role at Axis Communications
Cecilia Zavaleta has been serving as the HR Manager Southern Europe at Axis Communications since 2012. Based in the Paris Area, she has played a significant role in managing the HR functions across the Southern Europe region. Under her leadership, the Southern Europe team has expanded from 30 to 80 employees, aligning HR strategies with the company's business objectives. She oversees a diverse HR team across multiple countries, including France, Italy, and Spain, showcasing her cross-cultural management capabilities.
Previous Experience at Valeo
Before her current position, Cecilia Zavaleta worked at Valeo in various HR roles from 1995 to 2008. Her positions included Recruitment & HR Officer, HR Development and Involvement of Personnel Manager, and People Soft Branch Project Manager. During her tenure, she managed HR functions across several countries, including France, Spain, and Poland. This experience contributed to her expertise in managing social and individual relations, as well as compensation and benefits.
Education and Qualifications
Cecilia Zavaleta holds multiple degrees in human resources and social sciences. She studied at Université Paris Dauphine, where she achieved a Master's in Human Resources Development and another Master's in Conseil et Dynamiques de Changement dans les Organisations from 2009 to 2011. Additionally, she completed her Bachelor's in Industrial Relations at Instituto Tecnologico de San Luis Potosi from 1988 to 1992. Her educational background also includes studies in English at the English School of Canada.
Role as HR Business Partner
In her capacity as HR Manager, Cecilia Zavaleta plays a key role as an HR Business Partner. She focuses on strategic HR initiatives that include talent attraction and retention, as well as enhancing company culture. Her extensive experience in HR management allows her to effectively contribute to the overall organizational goals and foster a positive work environment.
Professional Development and Skills
Cecilia Zavaleta has developed strong skills in managing HR functions across diverse cultural settings. Her experience includes overseeing HR operations in various countries, which has equipped her with the ability to navigate complex social dynamics. She has a proven track record in managing employee relations and implementing compensation and benefits strategies tailored to the needs of the Southern Europe region.