Alexander Carstensen
About Alexander Carstensen
Alexander Carstensen serves as the Global Head of Talent Acquisition at ZEISS Group and has held various senior HR roles across multiple industries since 1995. He has a strong background in talent strategy development and HR transformation, with a focus on diversity and organizational growth.
Current Role at Faurecia
Alexander Carstensen serves as the Global Head of Talent Acquisition at Faurecia, a position he has held since 2018. He operates from multiple locations including Paris, Augsburg, and Munich. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the company's talent acquisition strategies on a global scale, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and enhancing recruitment processes.
Experience at ZEISS Group
Since 2022, Alexander Carstensen has been the Group Head of Talent Acquisition & Recruitment at ZEISS Group. In this capacity, he focuses on developing and implementing effective recruitment strategies that meet the needs of the organization. His leadership in this role contributes to the overall talent management framework within the company.
Career at GE
Carstensen has held multiple roles at GE, including Head of Talent Acquisition & Recruiting Europe since 2015. He also oversees HR marketing efforts in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Poland, and the Czech Republic. His tenure at GE has spanned over nine years, during which he has played a key role in enhancing talent acquisition practices across the organization.
Professional Background
Alexander Carstensen has a diverse professional background in talent acquisition and human resources. He began his career as a Research Consultant at Spencer Stuart and later worked as an Executive Search Consultant at Odgers Berndtson and Boyden. He also served as a Senior Associate at Korn Ferry before moving into leadership roles in talent acquisition at SAP and GE.
Education and Expertise
Carstensen studied at Goethe University Frankfurt, where he gained foundational knowledge that supports his extensive career in human resources. His expertise includes leading HR transformations, focusing on diversity, and developing talent strategies for various industries such as software, technology, aviation, and healthcare.