Maria Nazarova, MBA
About Maria Nazarova, MBA
Maria Nazarova is the Head of Talent Acquisition & People Strategy at Raiffeisen Bank International AG, with over 12 years of experience in human resources leadership. She has a strong background in talent management and organizational development, having worked in various roles within Raiffeisen Bank since 2004.
Work at Raiffeisen Bank International
Maria Nazarova currently holds the position of Head of Talent Acquisition & People Strategy at Raiffeisen Bank International AG, a role she has occupied since 2022 in Vienna, Austria. In this capacity, she is responsible for overseeing talent acquisition strategies and enhancing employee engagement within the organization. Prior to this, she served as a Talent Partner in the same bank from 2020 to 2022, where she contributed to the development of talent acquisition initiatives. Additionally, she has been working as an International HR Business Partner (SPOC) since 2020, focusing on aligning HR strategies with business objectives.
Background in Human Resources
Maria Nazarova has over 12 years of experience in leadership and management roles within the human resources sector. Her career began at Raiffeisen Bank Russia, where she worked as a Retail Sales Manager from 2004 to 2007. She then transitioned to various roles within the bank, including Project Manager and Training Manager from 2007 to 2009, and later as Head of Training Projects Development from 2009 to 2011. This extensive background in HR has equipped her with the skills necessary to implement strategic initiatives in her current role.
Education and Expertise
Maria Nazarova holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from WU Executive Academy, which she completed from 2013 to 2015. She also has a Master Degree in National Economy from the State University of Management, which she earned from 2001 to 2007. In addition to her formal education, she has pursued various certifications, including the Kirkpatrick Four Levels Evaluation certification in 2011 and a Solution Focused Coach certification from Erickson College International in 2012. Her educational background supports her expertise in talent acquisition and people strategy.
Achievements in Talent Mobility and Engagement
In her role at Raiffeisen Bank International AG, Maria Nazarova has implemented strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing talent mobility and employee engagement. She has played a key role in transforming the organizational culture to support change and transformation within the bank. Her efforts have contributed to creating a more dynamic work environment that fosters employee development and retention.