Sarah Ruiz
About Sarah Ruiz
Sarah Ruiz serves as the HR Business Partner for Europe at Gensler, a position she has held since 2021. With a diverse background in human resources across various industries, she has accumulated extensive experience in talent development and organizational management.
Current Role at Gensler
Sarah Ruiz serves as the HR Business Partner Europe at Gensler, a position she has held since 2021. She is based in London, England, United Kingdom. In this role, she is responsible for aligning human resources strategies with business objectives across the European region. Her expertise in HR practices supports the company's commitment to fostering a positive workplace culture and enhancing employee engagement.
Previous Experience at Gensler
Prior to her current role, Sarah Ruiz worked at Gensler as the Acting Head of HR from 2021 to 2023, covering maternity leave. During her two years in this position, she managed HR operations and initiatives in London, England. Her leadership contributed to the development and implementation of HR policies and practices that supported the organization's goals.
Professional Background
Sarah Ruiz has a diverse professional background in human resources, having worked at various organizations. She was an HR Coordinator at Diageo from 2017 to 2018 and served as the People Experience Lead at Unilever from 2018 to 2021. Additionally, she held roles at Pernod Ricard, L'Oréal, and Rémy Cointreau, where she focused on talent development, learning, and recruitment.
Educational Qualifications
Sarah Ruiz studied at Lycée International de St Germain en Laye, where she achieved a Baccalaureat Litteraire OIB. She furthered her education at Ecole de Psychologues Praticiens, earning a Master's degree in Psychology. Additionally, she completed a Specialised Masters in Human Resources and Organizational Management at ESCP Europe. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in both psychology and human resources.
Internship Experience
Throughout her career, Sarah Ruiz gained valuable experience through various internships. She worked as an Assistant Director of Research intern at CNRS, where she contributed to research projects. She also completed internships at Rémy Cointreau as a Talent Management & Recruitment Coordinator and at L'Oréal as a Learning & Development Coordinator during her apprenticeship. These roles provided her with practical insights into the HR field.