Karina Mae M.
Human Resources and Recruitment Manager
Let’s talk about how I can support you and your business in building strong, people-first operations. I’m a People & Operations Partner with 14+ years of experience helping businesses scale, streamline, and support their teams across global environments. I’ve worked with startups, BPOs, and multinational companies, supporting teams across Australia, the US, Europe, and Asia. I partner closely with founders, leaders, and growing teams to create practical HR solutions that don’t just look good on paper, they actually work in real life. Whether you need help setting up your HR foundation, improving team performance, or navigating complex people challenges, I bring a thoughtful, structured, and business-aligned approach. ⸻ 💼 What I Can Help You With • HR Strategy & People Operations • End-to-end Recruitment & Hiring • Employee Relations & Performance Management • HR Policies, Handbooks & Compliance • Payroll Coordination & HR Administration • Onboarding, Training & Process Design • HR Systems Setup & Optimization ⸻ ⭐ Why Work With Me • 16+ years of Human Resources experience • 5+ years in HR & Operations leadership roles • Strong global exposure across AU, US, EU, and APAC markets • 6+ years supporting businesses in a freelance/remote setup • Experience across BPO, tech, and multinational environments • Able to operate both strategically and hands-on I don’t just advise; I build, implement, and improve.
Earnings and projects
Last 6 months ÷ 6
Last 6 months: $4.7k
Billed in all: $92,882$93k
$2.4k in the last 6 months
Across 13 contracts
Earnings, last 30 days
Skill rankings: Top 11% in English Tutoring
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