Mirela Mahmood
About Mirela Mahmood
Mirela Mahmood serves as the Group Lead and Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist at Suvoda in Bucharest, Romania, where she has worked since 2016. With a background in psychology and extensive international recruitment experience, she focuses on employee engagement and improving hiring processes.
Work at Suvoda
Mirela Mahmood has served as Group Lead, Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist at Suvoda since 2016. In this role, she has been responsible for overseeing the recruitment process and enhancing the company's talent acquisition strategies. Her work involves managing employer branding initiatives, coordinating participation in local career fairs, and fostering partnerships with universities and recruitment agencies. She has implemented creative employee engagement strategies, including planning social activities to enhance workplace culture.
Previous Experience in HR Consulting
Prior to her current position, Mirela worked as an HR Consultant at Success HR Expert for a brief period in 2012. This role provided her with foundational experience in human resources, allowing her to develop skills in recruitment and employee management. Additionally, she worked at NH Hotel Group as an F&B Assistant from 2007 to 2008, where she gained experience in the hospitality industry.
Education and Expertise
Mirela Mahmood holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from 'Spiru Haret' University, where she studied from 2006 to 2009. She also completed an online course in Business Strategy from the University of Virginia in 2020. Her educational background supports her expertise in talent acquisition and employee engagement, enabling her to apply psychological principles to recruitment and organizational culture.
International Recruitment Experience
Mirela has extensive international recruitment experience, having worked across multiple countries including the USA, UK, UAE, Ireland, France, Greece, Spain, Cyprus, and The Netherlands. This global perspective enhances her ability to attract diverse talent and implement effective recruitment strategies tailored to various markets.
Recruitment Methodology and Training
In her role, Mirela conducts behavioral interviews and utilizes Behavioral Based Interview Methodology to assess candidates effectively. She ensures that hiring managers are equipped with the necessary training and resources to be 'Licensed to Hire.' Additionally, she designs and conducts post-mortem review processes to refine recruiting practices and improve the overall candidate experience.