Freelancer profile translated to English.

Description

I help organizations professionalize their HR policy. Companies engage me when they need structure, consistency, and strategic leverage within their HR operations. Whether it's about growth, acquisition, or change: I connect people, policy, and organization.

As an HR generalist, I am at home in both soft and hard HR. I combine strategic insight with an operational hands-on approach. This allows me to be deployed for diverse assignments: from policy-related projects such as developing HR strategies, compensation structures, or integrations, to operational tasks such as recruitment, process optimization, and personnel administration.

With over ten years of experience in various sectors – from manufacturing to services – I have built broad expertise in themes such as organizational development, performance, compensation, well-being, leadership, and HR data. I have managed HR teams, coached managers, and set up systems that provide guidance and foster growth.

What sets me apart is my ability to quickly understand what an organization needs and translate it into feasible, supported solutions. I work analytically and structurally, but with genuine attention to the people behind the process.

Typical assignments for which organizations engage me:

• Design and implementation of HR strategy and policy frameworks

• Building or optimizing HR departments and processes

• Integration and harmonization within buy-and-build structures

• Coaching of managers and teams

• HR administration, payroll, data, and reporting

In short: I am a broadly deployable HR partner who easily switches between strategy and execution, between numbers and people.

Languages

Dutch
Native or bilingual
English
Fluent
French
Conversational

Workplace preferences

Can work on-site

Zottegem (up to 50km)

Belgian Bedding
HR Country Manager
January 2023 - September 2025 (2 years and 8 months)
Geraardsbergen, Belgium
As HR Country Manager, I led the entire HR team across two Belgian sites and built an integrated HR operation for both blue-collar and white-collar employees. I managed the local HR team, directed policy, and translated strategic goals into concrete actions on the shop floor.

I supported the management team as HR Business Partner in achieving their own and organizational objectives. I tackled topics such as talent development, compensation & benefits, and organizational development with a clear focus, always with an eye for both people and results.

With the union representation, I created an open and constructive dialogue, focused on collaboration and mutual trust. I used HR data and analytics to substantiate decisions, optimize processes, and make the impact of HR initiatives tangible.

I move smoothly between strategy and execution, numbers and people, policy and practice. My strength lies in connecting, improving, and driving organizations forward through a thoughtful and decisive HR approach.
Organizational Development HR Data & Analysis HR Strategy & Structure Leadership Coaching Change & Integration
Fidiaz
Human Resources Manager
June 2021 - December 2023 (2 years and 6 months)
Vlezenbeek, VB, Belgium
At Fidiaz, I took charge of the entire HR domain, from strategy to execution. I monitored and optimized all personnel administration, ensuring a streamlined and efficient operation. In parallel, I implemented a new People Management Plan that focuses on employee growth, leadership, and engagement.

Furthermore, I was responsible for recruitment and selection, compensation & benefits, and the creation and guidance of personal development plans. I ensured that each individual had a clear growth path aligned with the needs of both the employee and the organization.

A significant part of my role involved change management: I managed several consolidations and integrations following acquisitions of both smaller and larger entities, bringing structure, clarity, and uniformity within the group. Fleet management and associated processes also fell under my responsibility.
Aalter AGO Jobs & HR
Recruiter
February 2016 - November 2017 (1 year and 9 months)
Ghent, Belgium
As a recruiter, I focused on the recruitment and selection of technically skilled workers in the Ghent seaport.