Derry, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom, September 2024 – Orla Cooper has taken on the role of Vice President – HR Business Partner at FinTrU, where she will lead HR operations with a focus on talent management and employee engagement. In her new position, Orla will work closely with leadership to ensure that HR strategies align with the company’s goals and help drive business growth.
Prior to joining FinTrU, Orla worked at Independent News & Media as an HR Business Partner for nearly 4 years. She was instrumental in driving HR policies, recruitment strategies, and employee relations in Dublin, leading key HR initiatives for a workforce of over 300 employees. Her contributions in performance management and employee engagement were pivotal in enhancing the company’s HR processes.
Before that, she spent over 2 years as Head of Performance at TDS (Time Data Security) Ltd in County Dublin. In this role, she developed and implemented performance management strategies aligned with the company’s growth objectives. She also oversaw talent acquisition, employee development, and compensation management.
Orla also worked as an HR Generalist at TDS for almost 2 years. In this role, she managed HR functions across Dublin, Cork, and the UK, supporting managers in recruitment, performance management, and employee relations. Her proactive approach in talent acquisition and policy implementation made her a key figure in the HR department during this time.
Earlier in her career, Orla held the position of HR Officer at Pulse Fitness for about a year. As the sole HR employee, she was responsible for recruitment, payroll, and implementing HR policies. Her focus on improving employee culture and performance ensured a positive work environment and compliance with legal requirements.
FinTrU is a global provider of Client Lifecycle Management solutions for financial institutions, offering services in KYC, Compliance, Risk, and Legal. Headquartered in Belfast, with offices across the UK, Europe, and the US, FinTrU helps its clients meet regulatory requirements through innovative, technology-driven solutions.
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