Irene Blanco Calvo
About Irene Blanco Calvo
Irene Blanco Calvo is a Senior Expert in Conflict Resolution and a member of the Ombuds Office at the European Patent Office, where she has worked since 2013. She has extensive experience in human resources and legal fields, including roles at Bosch and Uría Menéndez, and holds advanced degrees in law and business administration.
Work at European Patent Office
Irene Blanco Calvo has held multiple roles at the European Patent Office (EPO) since 2005. She worked as a Human Resources Business Partner from 2005 to 2008, followed by a position as Project Manager for the EPO Conflict Resolution Policy and Internal Justice System Reform from 2010 to 2012. In 2008, she transitioned to Coordinator of Human Resources Partners and Head of HR Assistants until 2010. Since 2013, she has served as Senior Expert in Conflict Resolution, focusing on counselling, facilitation, settlement negotiations, and training. In 2021, she became a Member of the Ombuds Office, Diversity and Inclusion promoter, and Data Protection Liaison.
Education and Expertise
Irene Blanco Calvo has a strong educational background in law and business administration. She earned a Master's Degree in Law and a Master's Degree in Business Administration with highest honors from Universidad Pontificia Comillas ICAI-ICADE, studying from 1995 to 2001. She participated in the Erasmus program at Eberhard Karls Universität Tübingen from 1999 to 2000. Additionally, she completed an expedition program in Paraguay through Ruta Quetzal al mundo guarani in 1994. Her expertise includes human resources, data protection, environmental law, and conflict resolution.
Background in Law and Human Resources
Before her tenure at the European Patent Office, Irene Blanco Calvo worked as a Lawyer specializing in Data Protection and Environmental Law at Uría Menéndez from 2000 to 2001. She also gained experience in human resources management at Bosch, where she served as Human Resources Manager from 2003 to 2005 and participated in an Executive Trainee Programme for Young Professionals from 2001 to 2003. This diverse background has contributed to her current roles in conflict resolution and data protection.
Professional Development and Training
Throughout her career, Irene Blanco Calvo has engaged in various professional development opportunities. Her roles at the European Patent Office have involved training in conflict resolution, counselling, and negotiation techniques. Additionally, her experience in human resources and legal practice has equipped her with the skills necessary for effective leadership and management in diverse environments.