Олена

Olena Ieromenko
Global Compensation & Benefits Expert | Modern Witch
Bridging HR strategy & practical magic

Kyiv, Ukraine • [відкрити контакти](див. вище в блоці «контактна інформація») • [відкрити контакти](див. вище в блоці «контактна інформація»)
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SUMMARY
15+ years forging C&B frameworks in IT, Telecom, Banking, and Consulting. I distill market data (Mercer,
KornFerry, EY etc.) into salary structures that align global talent with business alchemy across 30+ countries.

I'm inspired by designing compensation systems that balance analytics with human insight — building
transparent frameworks that empower teams and sustain growth.

Yet spreadsheets don’t hold all the answers. As a professional Tarot reader and Rune master, I guide managers
and pros through business and personal crossroads with practical insights.
No magic bullets, just tools for conscious change.

CORE EXPERTISE
Compensation & Benefits • Benchmarking • Salary Review Advisory • Grading • Performance Management •
Negotiation • HR Analytics
Languages: Ukrainian — Native, English — Full Professional Proficiency

EXPERIENCE

Twilight Runes
Modern Witch from IT
September 2023 – Present | Kyiv, Ukraine

• Support professionals and entrepreneurs facing complex decisions and transitions, identifying root issues
and mapping grounded, realistic paths forward.
• Combine analytical depth with intuitive insight to deliver focused, results-oriented guidance.

iDeals
Global Compensation & Benefits Expert
August 2022 – August 2023 | Kyiv, Ukraine

• Served as single point of contact for managers on compensation matters across 30+ countries, including
salary reviews and hiring processes.
• Developed salary ranges for all roles, ensuring competitive positioning using Mercer, Korn Ferry, EY and
other market data.
• Streamlined global compensation practices; aligned job matching with Mercer methodology.
• Managed partnerships with external data providers, including data submissions and benchmarking.

Luxoft
Global C&B Partner
September 2017 – June 2021 | Kyiv, Ukraine

• Acted as primary advisor on C&B topics for Top and Senior Management across 20+ countries.
• Led global C&B projects, including compensation benchmarking and benefits harmonization.
• Supported Total Rewards initiatives and promoted transparent, data-driven pay philosophy.
• Coordinated data submission to external compensation providers (Mercer, Korn Ferry, EY and others) and
advised local HR teams on C&B matters.
Ukrtelecom
Chief Performance Management Specialist
September 2016 – August 2017 | Kyiv, Ukraine

• Implemented and monitored updates to the KPI-based performance management system.
• Trained managers in system use, provided methodological support. Mediated HR disputes between
business functions and performance analysts.
• Developed clear process of annual goal setting for Top Management.
• Supervised goal setting and performance evaluation across HQ and regional offices.
• Supervised administrators of the performance management system.

Leading Reward Management Specialist
April 2015 – September 2016

• Developed and updated motivation policies for sales staff.
• Supervised bonus calculation for B2B, B2C, and non-sales teams.
• Supported KPI-based performance management processes.

Delta Bank
Leading Organization Development & Grading Expert
July 2013 – April 2015 | Kyiv, Ukraine

• Analyzed and pre-evaluated 700+ job profiles.
• Analyzed business units' organizational charts (50+) and developed optimum alternatives for
implementation.
• Advised managers on job description methodology; conducted regular training sessions.

FIDOBANK
Leading Compensation & Benefits Specialist
November 2012 – June 2013 | Kyiv, Ukraine

• Maintained remuneration systems and reported on people cost and headcount vs plan.
• Supported participation in salary surveys and benefits programs.

Ernst & Young (EY)
Consultant – Human Capital
February 2010 – October 2012 | Kyiv, Ukraine

• Conducted compensation and benefits surveys across multiple industries (banking, FMCG, IT, telecom,
retail).
• Benchmarked client salary levels, analyzed market trends, and supported Best Employer surveys.
• Supervised younger colleagues on salary survey projects.

EDUCATION
• WorldatWork (CBSD/Thunderbird) — C3E / GR2, Quantitative Principles in Compensation Management
(2018)
• Ernst & Young Business Academy — Certificate, Performance Appraisal (2012)
• Fulbright Academic Exchange Program, NTUU “KPI” — Corporate Finance, Management Science (2005)
• NTUU “KPI” — Master, Foreign Economic Activities Management (2003–2005)
• NTUU “KPI” — Specialist, Linguistics & Technical Translation, Teaching of Foreign Languages (1996–2001)