Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Katarina Starendal is an experienced HR professional with a strong track record of driving strategic HR initiatives and delivering impactful People solutions. As an Interim HR Partner at Cancerfonden, she leverages her deep expertise in HR strategy, talent management, and organizational development to support the organization's people-centric goals.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Interim HR Partner at Cancerfonden, Katarina is responsible for providing strategic HR counsel and operational support to the leadership team. She collaborates closely with business partners to identify and implement people-focused initiatives that enhance employee engagement, organizational effectiveness, and overall workplace culture.
Career Progression
Katarina's diverse HR career spans over a decade, during which she has held various interim and consulting roles, including Interim HR Business Partner at Mojang Studios, Interim Head of People/CHRO at Storytel, and Senior HR Business Partner at Iver Sverige. Throughout her career, she has consistently demonstrated her ability to navigate complex HR challenges, drive organizational change, and deliver tangible business impact.
In addition to her corporate experience, Katarina is the Owner and Founder of Katarina Starendal AB, where she provides HR consulting services to a range of clients, leveraging her expertise in areas such as HR audits, strategic advisory, and talent management.
Academic Background
Katarina holds a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management from the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH), where she graduated with distinction.
Areas of Expertise
- HR strategy and transformation
- Talent acquisition and management
- Employee relations and engagement
- Organizational design and development
- HR policy and compliance
- Interim HR leadership
Professional Impact
Throughout her career, Katarina has made significant contributions to the organizations she has worked with. As the Interim Head of People/CHRO at Storytel, she spearheaded the development and implementation of a comprehensive HR strategy, which led to improved employee satisfaction and enhanced talent retention. In her role as Senior HR Business Partner at Iver Sverige, Katarina played a pivotal role in driving organizational restructuring and implementing performance management initiatives that contributed to the company's overall growth and profitability.
Conclusion
With her comprehensive HR expertise, strategic mindset, and proven track record of delivering impactful HR solutions, Katarina Starendal is a valuable asset to any organization seeking to optimize its people-related processes and drive sustainable growth.
