Vanessa Tavares

Vanessa Tavares is an accomplished HR professional with extensive experience in talent acquisition and human resources. Currently serving as the HR Unit Head at Alghanim International since March 2024, Vanessa previously held several key positions at Alshaya Group from July 2010 to March 2024, including Regional HR Recruitment Business Partner, Regional Recruitment Manager, and Senior HR & Recruitment Officer for the MENA region. Vanessa's expertise encompasses a range of retail divisions, with a focus on developing creative recruitment strategies and maintaining high standards in candidate selection. Vanessa's educational background includes a Bachelor of Commerce in Business/Managerial Economics and a Bachelor of Commerce in Business Management, with formal training beginning at Carmel School in Kuwait and culminating at Shree Damodar College of Commerce & Science in Goa.