Hanna Mai Ressar
About Hanna Mai Ressar
Hanna Mai Ressar is a People Development Partner based in Tallinn, Estonia, who focuses on employee wellbeing and career progression. With a background in HR and a Master's degree in Human Resources Management, she has implemented various development initiatives at Linnworks, where she currently works.
Current Role at Linnworks
Hanna Mai Ressar currently serves as a People Development Partner at Linnworks, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she focuses on designing people development products that facilitate employee progression within their current or future roles. She operates as a one-person Learning and Development department, emphasizing career progression and development processes. Her work includes implementing a unique performance and development review system using Culture Amp, which aligns with her commitment to employee wellbeing.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Prior to her current role, Hanna worked at Linnworks as an HR Specialist and later as an HR Partner from 2021 to 2022. She also held positions at Admirals, where she served as an HR Specialist and then as a Senior HR Specialist from 2018 to 2021. Her experience includes developing a career framework at Linnworks to enhance the employee lifecycle and career progression. Additionally, she worked at Bolt as a Customer Support Specialist from 2017 to 2018.
Educational Background
Hanna Mai Ressar holds a Master's degree in Human Resources Management from TalTech – Tallinn University of Technology, which she completed from 2019 to 2021. She also studied Cultural Management at the University of Tartu, where she achieved Applied Higher Education from 2013 to 2017. Her educational background provides a solid foundation for her work in human resources and people development.
Volunteer Experience
Hanna has a history of volunteer work, including a five-year tenure as a volunteer coordinator at Varjupaikade MTÜ from 2011 to 2016 in Pärnu. This experience highlights her commitment to community engagement and her ability to manage volunteer initiatives, further enriching her professional profile.
Focus on Employee Wellbeing
Hanna values employee wellbeing and promotes a work-life balance that supports mental and physical health. She has access to employee assistance programs and enjoys additional vacation days as part of her current role. Her focus on Agile HR and People Experience as a Product reflects her dedication to enhancing the overall employee experience at Linnworks.