Iro Melliou

Senior HR Leader | Proven Track Record in Organizational Transformation, Talent Strategy & Culture Change

Greece

About

Iro is a senior HR leader with over 20 years of experience in human resources and management consulting. Recognized for her strong business acumen, she integrates HR with business strategy to deliver measurable results and sustainable growth, while managing costs effectively. As an HR Director, she has successfully led M&A integrations, major business transformations in the digital era, and the cultural shifts required to make them successful. Her expertise spans organizational design, talent acquisition, rewards management, leadership development, and building inclusive, high-performance cultures. Driven by the need to deliver results while ensuring people the best possible experience along the way, Iro is a trusted advisor to executives and a proven builder of thriving, future-ready workplaces.

Experience

  • Vodafone (Greece)
    • Human Resources Director
      Sep 2018 - Aug 2025 · 7 yrs

    • Head of Centres of Expertise, Human Resources
      Sep 2016 - Aug 2018 · 2 yrs

  • KPMG Greece (20 yrs)
    • Director, People Services
      Jul 2007 - Sep 2016 · 9 yrs 3 mos

    • Senior Manager
      Jul 2005 - Jun 2007 · 2 yrs

      Senior Manager at KPMG Advisors in Athens, at the People Services Unit, responsible for projects regarding performance management, reward management, career development, etc.

    • Manager
      Jul 2001 - Jun 2005 · 4 yrs

      Manager responsible for Executive Search & Selection projects in Information Technology and Telecommunications Business Sectors