About Liubov
Experienced HR executive with over 9 years in building, scaling, and leading HR functions across high-growth B2B SaaS, fintech, and IT companies. Proven track record in driving organizational growth, reducing employee turnover, enhancing engagement, and implementing scalable systems that support people-first, high-performance cultures. Trusted advisor to C-level, with strong execution across HR strategy, employee experience, compensation, compliance, and operations in international environments.
English
Native or bilingual
Russian
Native or bilingual
Can work on-site
Nicosia (up to 50km)
Experience
- FX Back OfficeHead of HR / HR DirectorAugust 2022 - Today (3 years and 10 months)Cyprus• Oversee HR operations across Cyprus and remote teams across Europe, CIS, Canada, Turkey, and Georgia.• Build HR function from scratch, aligning with business scaling strategy and fintech compliance.• Manage full employee lifecycle across in-office and remote teams across multiple regions.• Implement HRMS & ATS systems, launch 360° feedback and regular 1:1s.• Introduce grading and compensation frameworks, structured bonus system. Design and implement full compensation review cycle, contributing to improved fairness and retention.• Lead employee satisfaction and engagement programs; biannual surveys show continued improvement. Organize inclusive events and charity programs to foster culture of belonging and wellbeing.• Own HR budgeting, policy drafting, and coordination with legal for employment contracts, NDAs, and compliance.• Oversee relocation and visa processes, working closely with immigration agents.• Prepare HR department for ISO certification.• Conduct regular employee surveys and manage internal communications: birthdays, work anniversaries, holiday andcharity events, and corporate merchandise planning.
- Decart IT-ProductionHR Team LeadAugust 2020 - August 2022 (2 years)Russia• Led hiring for technical and business roles: developers (RoR, Vue, React, PHP, Java), QA, PMs, marketers, designers.• Managed a team of recruiters; built internal recruitment processes and workload distribution.• Launched OKRs, bonus systems, and corporate culture framework.
- ZefirkaHR managerJune 2018 - July 2020 (2 years and 1 month)Russia• Built training, mentoring, onboarding, and rewards systems.• Led recruitment and internal development programs.
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Education
- Specialist Degree in MathematicsLeningrad State University2014Specialist Degree in Mathematics
- Certified Compensation & Benefits ProfessionalAIHR2024Certified Compensation & Benefits Professional