Melike Casin

Operate as an interim HR Director and strategic advisor, leading transformation, culture, and organizational design programs. Clients include technology, fin-tech, and consumer goods across EMEA and North America. Deliver strategic HR and organizational design consulting, partnering with global clients across multiple sectors. Guide executive teams through culture transformation and leadership development initiatives that drive engagement and performance. Lead large-scale restructuring and capability redesign projects to enable sustainable growth and regulatory readiness. Implement data-driven HR solutions that enhance organizational effectiveness and decision-making. Design innovative talent and development programs that strengthen inclusion, leadership capability, and future readiness.

Designed and executed the new Global Operating Model, aligning squads with unified direction. Directed change management initiatives, enhancing agility in local marketplaces. Led strategic HR agenda for 1,000+ employees in Product & Technology, reporting to Chief HR Officer. Launched AI-enabled HR tool, streamlining processes and reducing operational load by 48%. Achieved €2M savings through capital optimization, reducing operational complexity by 23%.

Led complex org design across 27+ countries, driving agility, accountability, and localised execution. Led regional transformation, increasing headcount by 17% YoY while managing UK downsizing (-10%) via smooth consultation processes; awarded "Unsung Heroes Award". Developed and executed a new HR Operating Model for 16,000 employees across EMEA, enhancing employee experience and scalability. Boosted employee satisfaction from 68% to 95% in six months through strategic engagement and leadership programs. Oversaw expansion into new digital hubs (Kenya, Tel Aviv), establishing HR frameworks, processes, and compliance from scratch. Introduced an AI-driven Invent & Simplify Project, reducing operational pain points by 67% and streamlining HR delivery.