Claudia Schaefer
About Claudia Schaefer
Claudia Schaefer serves as the Lead HR Consultant EMEA and Head of HR for Italy and the Nordics at HSBC, a position she has held since 2020. With a background in human resources spanning nearly two decades, she has previously worked in various roles at HSBC and Deutsche Bank in Milan.
Work at HSBC
Claudia Schaefer has been serving as the Lead HR Consultant EMEA and Head of HR for Italy and the Nordics at HSBC since 2020. In this role, she oversees human resources strategies and initiatives across multiple regions, focusing on enhancing employee engagement and organizational effectiveness. Prior to her current position, she held the role of Head of Human Resources for Italy from 2014 to 2019, where she was responsible for managing HR operations and aligning HR practices with business objectives. Additionally, she worked as Head of Human Resources for the HR Cluster covering Greece, Italy, Nordics, and Spain for a brief period in 2019 to 2020.
Previous Experience at Deutsche Bank
Before joining HSBC, Claudia Schaefer worked at Deutsche Bank SPA as an HR Business Partner from 2005 to 2014. During her nine years at Deutsche Bank, she played a key role in aligning HR strategies with business needs, contributing to workforce planning, talent management, and employee relations. Her experience in this position provided her with a solid foundation in human resources management and strategic planning.
Education and Expertise
Claudia Schaefer holds a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) in International Business from Coventry University, where she studied from 1998 to 1999. She also earned a Diplom-Betriebswirt (FH) in International Business Studies from Fachhochschule Aachen, completing her studies from 1995 to 1998. Her educational background equips her with a strong understanding of international business practices and human resource management.
Career Timeline
Claudia Schaefer's career in human resources spans several years and includes significant roles at major financial institutions. She began her career at Deutsche Bank SPA as an HR Business Partner from 2005 to 2014, followed by her tenure at HSBC starting in 2014. She has held various positions within HSBC, culminating in her current role since 2020. Her career reflects a commitment to advancing HR practices and supporting organizational growth.