Nakako Hashimoto
About Nakako Hashimoto
Nakako Hashimoto serves as the Human Resources & Office Manager at Kennedy Wilson, where she enhances workplace culture and employee engagement through surveys and newsletters. With a diverse background in human resources and administration, she has contributed to the company's growth in Europe over the past decade.
Work at Kennedy Wilson
Nakako Hashimoto currently serves as the Human Resources & Office Manager at Kennedy Wilson, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she runs surveys and monthly newsletters aimed at improving workplace culture and employee engagement. She has also implemented key HR processes and assisted in change management to support the company's growth in Europe. Prior to her current role, she worked as an Executive Assistant to the CEO & President and as a Human Resources Coordinator at Kennedy Wilson, accumulating a total of nine years of experience with the company.
Previous Employment Experience
Before joining Kennedy Wilson, Nakako Hashimoto held various positions in different organizations. She worked as a Personal Assistant to the Managing Director in M&A at Mizuho for 11 months in London. She also served as a Corporate Clients Account Manager at CHELSEA CLOISTERS SERVICES LIMITED for two years. Additionally, she worked at Mitsui & Co Europe PLC as a Team Assistant in the EMEA Energy & Mineral Resources Division for three years. Her diverse background in administrative and HR roles has contributed to her expertise in managing workplace dynamics.
Education and Expertise
Nakako Hashimoto has a solid educational background that supports her career in human resources. She studied at Korea University as an exchange student, focusing on the Korean language. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Korean Studies from SOAS University of London, where she studied language, history, and modern culture. Additionally, she obtained a Postgraduate Diploma in Translation from London Metropolitan University. In 2023, she completed Level 5 Human Resources Management at CIPD Qualifications, further enhancing her HR expertise.
Employee Engagement Initiatives
At Kennedy Wilson, Nakako Hashimoto has played a significant role in enhancing employee engagement and retention. She has coordinated Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) initiatives, which are essential for fostering a positive workplace environment. Her efforts in these areas reflect her commitment to improving employee satisfaction and organizational culture.
Background and Early Education
Nakako Hashimoto's early education includes achieving GCSEs at The Ellen Wilkinson School for Girls and completing A Levels at Richmond upon Thames College. Her academic journey laid the foundation for her later studies in Korean and human resources, equipping her with the skills necessary for her professional career.