Teresa Castro, CIPD

Learning Solutions Architect @ Workday | CIPD Diploma in Learning & Development

Ireland

About

Performance-driven and CIPD qualified L&D Specialist with 10+ years of extensive experience developing technical and non-technical learning programs and providing employees an outstanding career experience. Great communicator and important ability to work and perform well in a fast-paced environments.

Experience

  • Learning Solutions Architect (Program Manager) at Workday
    Jul 2022 - May 2025 · 2 yrs 11 mos

    • Led strategic workforce learning programmes across onboarding, leadership development and technical capability (AI/ML, cybersecurity, accessibility) for 7,000+ Product & Technology employees • Designed and implemented global onboarding pathways for 3,000+ engineers and 1,000+ product managers, improving workforce readiness and ensuring consistent learning standards across international teams • Partnered with senior HR leaders and business stakeholders to identify capability gaps and develop targeted learning solutions • Ensured learning programmes adhered to organisational governance frameworks, compliance requirements, and quality standards, supporting consistent programme delivery across global teams • Managed and optimised LMS (Workday Learning), including course configuration, enrolment workflows, reporting, and user support

  • Global HR Onboarding Consultant at SAP
    Dec 2021 - Jul 2022 · 8 mos

    • Managed the end-to-end coordination of onboarding programmes, ensuring accurate employee data, compliance with HR processes, and timely completion of required documentation. • Acted as a key contact for HR operations queries, supporting managers and employees and contributing to a positive early employee experience. • Advised 10,000+ employees on leadership development programmes and skills-building initiatives, including mentoring, coaching and experiential learning opportunities. • Implemented improvements to onboarding processes by automating workflows in SAP SuccessFactors, improving efficiency and reducing administrative errors.

  • Smartbox Group ()
    • Operations Training Specialist
      Jun 2018 - Dec 2021 · 3 yrs 7 mos

      • Directed, designed and delivered enablement solutions for the Account Management and Sales teams using diverse formats, including in-person sessions, virtual training, eLearning modules, video content, and on-the-job support resources. • Led a successful data migration initiative within the Learning & Development function for the Nordic region. • Managed LearnUpon LMS end-to-end, including user management, course enrollment, report automation, data integrity audits, SCORM content uploads, troubleshooting technical issues, and liaising with vendors to ensure platform optimization.

    • Account Manager / Customer Onboarding
      Mar 2017 - Jun 2018 · 1 yr 4 mos

      • Managed a diverse portfolio of 1,500+ B2B client accounts, owning the full customer lifecycle from onboarding through post-sale support, with a strong focus on delivering scalable customer success strategies to drive retention and satisfaction. • Redesigned onboarding workflows and customer success processes for high-value accounts, leveraging CRM tools to align with revenue goals and collaborating cross-functionally to enhance the end-to-end client experience. • Led customer onboarding and enablement initiatives for new hires within the Partner Relations team, delivering structured training and mentorship programs that supported. • Analyzed onboarding data and customer feedback to identify pain points and optimize the onboarding experience.

  • Marketing Assistant at Vistatec
    Sep 2016 - Feb 2017 · 6 mos

    • Promoted and launched Webinars for lead generation & CRM leaded • Managed website content, digital content, brochures and presentations • Supported the organisation of international events and conferences across Europe and the USA. • Developed a corporate marketing strategy using data analysis to support & outline a detailed implementation plan for Vistatec to ensure increase of client enquiries

  • Childcare Professional / Room leader at Giraffe Childcare
    May 2015 - May 2016 · 1 yr 1 mo