Josefine B.
About Josefine B.
Josefine B. serves as the Senior Director of People at Vinted Go, focusing on People Growth & Development, Compensation & Benefits. With extensive experience in human resources across various companies, she advocates for authentic workplaces and oversees a team dedicated to enhancing employee experiences.
Current Role at Vinted
Josefine B. serves as the Senior Director of People at Vinted Go, focusing on People Growth & Development, Compensation & Benefits. She has held this position since 2023, overseeing various aspects of People Operations, People Tech, and Analytics. In her role, she manages a team of over 30 individuals and leads the Vinted Go People Business Partner Team and the Vinted People Growth & Development Team.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Josefine B. has extensive experience in human resources across multiple organizations. She worked at Wooga in various capacities, including HR Generalist & Family Relations Manager and HR Business Partner, from 2013 to 2017. She also served as Head of People & Culture at PaulCamper and held roles at Booking.com as HR Business Partner and Regional HR Business Partner. Her experience includes managing people operations and implementing HR strategies.
Educational Background
Josefine B. studied at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Area Studies Asia/Africa from 2006 to 2010. She also attended the University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM) for one year, focusing on Politics and African Literature. Additionally, she pursued a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Business and Organizational Psychology at Steinbeis Hochschule, although this program remains incomplete.
Passion for People Initiatives
Josefine B. is passionate about launching people initiatives that enhance work lives and drive business success on a global scale. She advocates for a workplace culture that celebrates authenticity and encourages continuous learning and growth among employees. Her approach emphasizes the importance of fostering an environment where individuals can thrive both personally and professionally.
Recommended Business Literature
Josefine B. recommends several business books as sources of inspiration for professionals in the field. Notable titles include 'Radical Candor' by Kim Scott and 'The Lean Startup' by Eric Reis. These books reflect her commitment to effective communication and innovative thinking within organizational settings.