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Talent Management Professional | Projects & Operations | Research | Writer

Talent Management Professional | Projects & Operations | Research | WriterTalent Management Professional | Projects & Operations | Research | WriterTalent Management Professional | Projects & Operations | Research | Writer
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From Talent and Management to Impactful Stories

My Professional Background

I am a Project and Operations Coordinator, specializing in Talent Management and Learning and Development, with over a decade of global experience across South Africa, South Korea, Georgia, and the United States. My expertise encompasses operations management, organisational development, and cross-cultural leadership, with a robust foundation in recruitment, education leadership, and communications.


I am the founder of Talent Atlas, a consulting platform dedicated to guiding professionals through career transitions via CV writing and LinkedIn optimisation, personal branding, and tailored coaching. In addition, I write for GoodViral, producing research-driven articles that emphasize social impact, ethical storytelling, and innovation, as well as mental health awareness.


Previously, as Head of People and Organisational Development at Son’s Edu in South Korea, I launched and led a global HR department, established international recruitment pipelines, and managed operations across nine campuses supporting over 7,000 students and 100 staff. I also directed global talent acquisition and operations for OrangeCat Global, overseeing staffing for creative teams across Asia, South America, and Africa, while managing brand strategy and remote workflows.


At Apsida Life Science, I specialised in talent mapping and recruitment for CDMO organisations across the UK, EU, and North America. My earlier roles include leadership positions in academic institutions and NGOs in Europe, Georgia, and the US, where I gained valuable experience in programme management, education strategy, and intercultural collaboration.


My leadership style combines structure with empathy. I thrive on building efficient systems, coaching managers, streamlining operations, and leading projects that align people with purpose.

My Skills

Global Talent Acquisition & Executive Search

Full-cycle international recruitment across EMEA, APAC, and North America, with a strong focus on Global Talent Acquisition. Expertise in strategic sourcing, candidate engagement, interview design, and offer management, alongside skills in CV writing to enhance candidate profiles.


Organisational Development & Workforce Planning

Skilled in workforce design, people analytics, succession planning, and performance systems. Experience driving cross-functional growth through scalable hiring and restructuring strategies. Promotes Mental Health Awareness as part of workforce planning and development initiatives.


Leadership & Team Development

Strong background in mentoring, coaching, and upskilling cross-cultural teams. Proven ability to build high-performing, purpose-driven teams in dynamic global settings, ideal for a Project and Operations Coordinator role.


Employer Branding & Communications

Experienced in crafting employer value propositions and aligning internal culture with external brand messaging. Strong communicator with a background in internal comms and content strategy, enhancing employer branding efforts.


Learning & Development

Designed and delivered leadership training, onboarding programmes, and teacher development frameworks. Passionate about capacity building and lifelong learning, supporting initiatives like Talent Atlas for talent management.


Cross-Cultural Management & International Operations

Led global recruitment and HR initiatives across South Korea, South Africa, the US, and Europe. Effective at navigating multicultural environments and managing remote-first teams.


HR Systems & Talent Tools

Proficient in ATS platforms such as Vincere, Bullhorn, and PeopleForce. Skilled in LinkedIn Recruiter, Boolean search strategies, and digital collaboration tools like Asana, Notion, and Slack.


Sector Expertise

Recruitment experience in education, life sciences (CDMO), animation, publishing, and nonprofit sectors. Adaptable across industries, with a consistent focus on people, purpose, and performance.

Talent Atlas

 I started Talent Atlas: Business and Career Studio to solve a critical problem: bridging the gap between talent and opportunity, for both individuals and organizations.

After years of experience in global talent acquisition, education, and recruitment across four continents, I noticed how many skilled individuals were overlooked simply because their career materials didn't align with what hiring teams and systems were genuinely seeking. This insight fueled our growth.


Today, Talent Atlas operates as a Studio with a dual focus:


  • Career Development: We assist professionals in telling their stories in a way that is both strategic and human. Whether you're updating your CV, refining your LinkedIn profile, or navigating your next career move, we craft materials that connect with people and technology (including preparation for roles like Project and Operations Coordinator).

  • Creative Business Services: We partner with entrepreneurs and teams to sharpen their identity, content, and employer branding. By aligning their mission with their hiring process, we help them attract the right talent and communicate their value with clarity.


Our process emphasizes clarity, confidence, and mental health awareness, ensuring you (or your business) are positioned for the opportunities you truly deserve.

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