Helen Gerritzen
About Helen Gerritzen
Helen Gerritzen serves as the Principal HR Program Manager for Learning & Development at Talend, where she has worked since 2017. She has a diverse background in human resources, having held various roles in multiple countries and completed extensive studies in HR management.
Work at Talend
Helen Gerritzen serves as the Principal HR Program Manager for Learning & Development at Talend. She has held this position since 2017, contributing to HR initiatives in Bonn und Umgebung, Deutschland. In her role, she partners with HR Business Partners and Senior Managers during promotion and talent review cycles, indicating her involvement in strategic HR planning. She manages HR programs across nine EMEA countries, including the UK, Ireland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Netherlands, Switzerland, Sweden, and Denmark. Additionally, she supports and advises managers and employees on all employment-related matters.
Education and Expertise
Helen Gerritzen has a strong educational background in Human Resources Management. She earned a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Human Resources Management from FOM University of Applied Sciences for Economics and Management, studying from 2016 to 2019. She also holds a Bachelor's degree in International HR & Business Partner from Saxion University of Applied Sciences, which she completed from 2012 to 2016. Her studies in Human Resource Management at Southwest Tennessee Community College and Business English at The University of Memphis further enhance her expertise in the field.
Background
Helen Gerritzen has accumulated diverse HR experience throughout her career. She previously worked at Gas Natural Fenosa - Europe as an HR-Generalist for eight months in 2016-2017. Her early career included roles as an HR intern at EuroDev and Radisson Blu Royal Hotel Dublin. She also worked at Tinker travel in customer care and served as a thesis student at Cologne Business School. This varied experience has provided her with a comprehensive understanding of HR practices across different sectors.
Achievements
Helen Gerritzen has participated in both Global and EMEA projects, showcasing her broad international HR management experience. She has been involved in health and safety compliance, ensuring adherence to regulations across multiple countries. From 2017 to 2018, she played a role in supporting the payroll process across nine EMEA countries. Additionally, she has experience in coordinating onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring smooth transitions for employees.