Liudmila Shirdast

About

People & Workforce Development Leader | 10+ Years Driving Career Growth, Talent Strategy & Inclusive Employment Programs. I’m passionate about helping people thrive and connecting talent with opportunity. With experience across employment services, HR strategy, program management, and team leadership, I specialize in building impactful programs, strengthening partnerships, and creating meaningful career outcomes. From leading newcomer employment initiatives with strong placement success to improving team engagement and operational performance, I bring a people-first, results-driven approach focused on growth, inclusion, and lasting impact.

Experience

• Career & Employment Specialist at NPower Canada
  Jul 2025 - Present · 1 yr

• Director (Contract / Advisory Capacity) at SHD Recruiting
  Dec 2024 - Present · 1 yr 7 mos

• Office Manager / Human Resources at SHD Services and Construction
  Jan 2022 - Dec 2024 · 3 yrs

• Calgary Immigrant Women's Association (2 yrs 6 mos)
  • Program Coordinator | Employment Services
    Dec 2020 - Dec 2021 · 1 yr 1 mo

  • Career Counselor / Job Coach - Employment Skills Training Program
    Jul 2019 - Dec 2020 · 1 yr 6 mos

• Professional Resources Assistant at Stikeman Elliott LLP
  Aug 2015 - Jul 2019 · 4 yrs