Rui Gabriel Viegas
Head Of HR | Wine Educator
Summary
Experienced HR professional with a proven track record in overseeing and managing efficient HR operations. Skilled at balancing organizational targets, compliance requirements, and employee demands. Committed to maximizing resource utilization and enhancing performance through forward-thinking approaches. Demonstrated success in improving collaboration and fostering consensus across various industries and company environments.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of HR Development
EGF
8 2015 - Current
- Oversaw benefits administration, providing competitive offerings while maintaining cost-effectiveness for the organization.
- Designed and implemented succession planning initiatives, preparing the organization for future leadership transitions.
- Optimized recruitment processes, attracting top-tier talent for critical positions within the company.
- Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency and improved employee satisfaction.
- Directed performance management systems to support employee development and organizational success.
- Structured compensation and benefits according to market conditions and budget demands.
Wine Educator
Justino's Madeira Wines
05.2023 - Current
- Increased brand awareness by representing wineries at industry trade shows and conferences.
- Streamlined communication between winery teams, fostering a collaborative environment for developing new educational initiatives.
- Designed visually appealing promotional materials for wine education events, capturing the attention of potential attendees.
- Boosted event attendance by coordinating and promoting educational wine seminars.
- Established partnerships with renowned sommeliers and industry professionals, enhancing credibility and expertise of our programs.
Corporate HR Generalist
Águas de Portugal, SGPS
08.2014 - 08.2015
- Reviewed existing policies and procedures to make recommendations for enhancing work productivity, recruitment, hiring processes, and talent management.
- Conducted thorough job analyses to create accurate job descriptions for various roles within organization.
Human Resources Generalist
Valorsul SA
09.2004 - 07.2014
- Handled new-hire orientation and basic recruiting tasks for best-in-class talent identification.
- Maintained up-to-date records of employee information in HRIS system ensuring accurate reporting and data-driven decisionmaking.
- Implemented and supervised orientation procedures for new hires.
- Collaborated with payroll to complete and upload pay data and worked with managers to support proper wage and hour compliance.
- Planned, monitored and appraised employee work results by training managers to coach and discipline employees.
Education
Ability to Execute (A2E) Essentials -
McKinsey & Company
04.2001 -
Madeira Wine Educator -
IVBAM - Madeira Wine Institute
Madeira, Portugal 04.2001 -
WSET Level 3 in Wines - Wine Education
Wine & Spirit Education Trust
04.2001 - 04.2017
Master Degree in HR Management and Organizational Behaviour -
Escola Superior de Gestão de Tomar
Tomar, PORTUGAL 01.2001 - 05.2005
Skills
Labor Relations
Retention Strategies
Flexible work arrangements
Problem-Solving
Onboarding, Training, and Development
Effective Communication
Relationship Building
Performance Appraisals
Talent management
Additional Information
Passionate for Photography, Member of the Advisory Council of “Escola Superior de Gestão de Tomar”, Bibliophile, Love for travelling
Age
41
Personal Information
Nationality: Portuguese
Languages
Portuguese
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
Software
SAP
SAP - Success Factors
Timeline
Wine Educator
Justino's Madeira Wines
05.2023 - Current
Corporate HR Generalist
Águas de Portugal, SGPS
08.2014 - 08.2015
Human Resources Generalist
Valorsul SA
09.2004 - 07.2014
Ability to Execute (A2E) Essentials -
McKinsey & Company
04.2001 -
Madeira Wine Educator -
IVBAM - Madeira Wine Institute
04.2001 -
WSET Level 3 in Wines - Wine Education
Wine & Spirit Education Trust
04.2001 - 04.2017
Master Degree in HR Management and Organizational Behaviour -
Escola Superior de Gestão de Tomar
01.2001 - 05.2005
Head of HR Development
EGF
8 2015 - Current