Maura Grazzani
London,United Kingdom
Summary
10+ years of international experience in executive search and recruitment. Skilled communicator with strong presentation abilities, experienced in influencing senior stakeholders and driving hiring outcomes across Europe, Middle East, South America and Africa. Proven expertise in applying engagement and consultative techniques to build lasting client and candidate relationships, deliver effective sourcing strategies, and lead diversity and onboarding projects. Fluent in English and Italian, with a strong background in both corporate and executive search environments.
Driven professional with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, adept at identifying and nurturing talent while fostering positive employer-employee relationships. Brings proven expertise in strategic recruitment and collaborative team-building. Ready to make transformative impact in [Desired Position] role.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
4020
4020
years of post-secondary education
Work history
EMESA EH TALENT ACQUISITION SENIOR SPECIALIST
Boston Consulting Group
London, England
12.2021 - 09.2025
- Designed and delivered recruitment strategy presentations to senior stakeholders across EMESA, effectively influencing hiring decisions and securing buy-in for new sourcing initiatives.
- Partnered with hiring managers, applying consultative engagement techniques to drive recruitment outcomes and overcome bottlenecks.
- Developed and implemented proactive sourcing campaigns across multiple industries, improving candidate engagement and achieving steady pipeline of high-calibre professionals.
- Supported diversity hiring and onboarding excellence projects, contributing to more inclusive recruitment practices and improved onboarding processes for experienced hires.
- Prepared reports summarising findings and recommending solutions to inform future strategies.
INDUSTRY EXPERT - FINANCIAL SERVICES, ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE AT INTERMEDIA SELECTION
Key2People
Milan
01.2019 - 12.2021
- Managed client relationships, assessing talent needs and advising on optimal hiring strategies through tailored, persuasive communication.
- Applied engagement techniques to secure client alignment, resulting in repeat business and long-term partnerships.
- Led 8-month RPO project with Pandora as Talent Acquisition Leader for Southern Europe & ME, implementing best practices across retail and corporate sectors.
Senior Researcher
Villa & Partners Executive Search
Milan
09.2017 - 12.2018
- Delivered executive and middle management hires across Industrial, Financial Services, Real Estate, and FMCG sectors.
- Led market mapping and competitive analysis to enhance recruitment strategy.
Senior Researcher
FigTree Executive Search
Milan
09.2013 - 08.2017
- Executed sourcing strategies through existing database, cold calls, social and professional networks and client referrals.
- Led intelligence project on the back of a European Bank Executive Committee request: mapped Fixed Income and FX trading floors of two competitors, reported on management changes, new strategic approach to business, highlighted potential within the organization.
- Piloted exploratory studies before full-scale implementation-aided in identifying potential pitfalls early on.
Researcher
Ashdown Executive Search
London
01.2013 - 12.2013
Researcher
Maxwell Drummond International
London
01.2012 - 12.2012
Researcher
Venator UK
London
01.2009 - 12.2011
Fixed Income Specialist
Banca Italease Spa
Milan
02.2006 - 08.2008
- Originated Residential Mortgages and Leasing Securitisations, producing analyses and presenting legal/financial documentation to stakeholders.
- Coordinated with internal sales teams, preparing presentations, marketing materials, and scenario analyses to engage clients and support structured finance solutions.
Education
Executive Master - Strategic Human Resource Management
SDA Bocconi
MilanBachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Università Bocconi
MilanSkills
- Recruitment and selection techniques
- Expert in crm software
- Market analysis insight
- Time management efficiency
- Critical evaluation
- Influential communication
- Communication proficiency
Languages
Italian
Native
English
Fluent
Timeline
EMESA EH TALENT ACQUISITION SENIOR SPECIALIST
Boston Consulting Group
12.2021 - 09.2025
INDUSTRY EXPERT - FINANCIAL SERVICES, ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE AT INTERMEDIA SELECTION
Key2People
01.2019 - 12.2021
Senior Researcher
Villa & Partners Executive Search
09.2017 - 12.2018
Senior Researcher
FigTree Executive Search
09.2013 - 08.2017
Researcher
Ashdown Executive Search
01.2013 - 12.2013
Researcher
Maxwell Drummond International
01.2012 - 12.2012
Researcher
Venator UK
01.2009 - 12.2011
Fixed Income Specialist
Banca Italease Spa
02.2006 - 08.2008
Executive Master - Strategic Human Resource Management
SDA Bocconi
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Università Bocconi
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