Helena Paulikova
About Helena Paulikova
Helena Paulikova serves as the HR Lead CZ/EMEA HR Manager at SynTech Research, a position she has held since 2016. With a Master's Degree in Psychology and extensive experience in human resources across various sectors, she has demonstrated strong leadership and negotiation skills throughout her career.
Work at SynTech Research
Helena Paulikova has been serving as the HR Lead CZ/EMEA HR Manager at SynTech Research since 2016. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing human resources operations across the Czech Republic and EMEA regions. Her tenure at SynTech Research has lasted for eight years, during which she has developed strategies to enhance employee engagement and streamline HR processes. Based in Prague, she collaborates closely with leadership teams to align HR initiatives with business objectives.
Previous HR Roles
Prior to her current position, Helena Paulikova held several significant HR roles. She worked at Kraft Jacobs Suchard as a Management Development Specialist and Deputy of HR Director from 1994 to 1997. She also served as Personnel Manager at Benckiser Hof for one year in 1993. Helena's experience includes a notable tenure as HR Director for Avon in the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Finland, and the Baltics from 1997 to 2007, and as HR Director for Merck in Czech & Slovakia from 2007 to 2010. Additionally, she worked as an HR Business Consultant at Syngenta from 2010 to 2016.
Education and Expertise
Helena Paulikova holds a Master’s Degree in Psychology from Charles University, where she studied from 1987 to 1993. She also completed a master's program at Erickson Coaching International during the same period. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in understanding human behavior, which is essential in her HR roles. Helena's expertise includes team management, conflict resolution, and negotiation with unions, reflecting her comprehensive skill set in human resources.
Leadership and Management Experience
Helena Paulikova has demonstrated leadership capabilities throughout her career, managing teams with up to five direct reports. Her experience spans various sectors, including FMCG, Pharma, and Agro/Chemical industries, where she has worked in multi-cultural environments. Helena has been involved in managing business transformation, restructuring, and mergers and acquisitions, showcasing her ability to navigate complex organizational changes and drive HR initiatives that support business growth.
Professional Collaborations
Throughout her career, Helena Paulikova has closely cooperated with country leadership teams across different sectors. This collaboration has allowed her to align HR strategies with organizational goals effectively. Her ability to work alongside executives and stakeholders has contributed to successful HR initiatives and enhanced organizational performance in the companies she has served.