Marika Kukjane
Riga,Latvia
Summary
HR professional with 8+ years of experience in HR operations, recruitment and employee support in international companies. Experienced in payroll, HR systems (SAP SuccessFactors and SAP HCM), onboarding and daily HR tasks. Focused on improving processes, working with different teams and supporting a positive employee experience.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work history
Management and administrative assistant
Latvijas Energoceltnieks SIA
Riga, Latvia
2025.10 - Current
- Coordinate internal communication, document flow and administrative support for management and employees
- Manage company documentation and monitor expiry dates of certificates and permits
- Support management with reports, presentations and meeting preparation
- Coordinate mandatory employee training programs in Germany
IT Recruitment Consultant
Smartist.One LV
Riga
2024.05 - 2025.06
- Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from business development to candidate placement within the energy industry
- Source and attract candidates via LinkedIn, Xing, referrals and networking
- Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients
HR Business Partner
Zalaris HR Services Latvia SIA
Riga, Latvia
2021.01 - 2023.12
- Participation in HR initiatives and process improvement projects
- Employee support on HR-related topics and
- End-to-end recruitment process management in Germany
- Collaboration with German management to understand hiring needs and support talent attraction strategies
- Support in trainee programme setup and onboarding coordination for new employees in Germany
Senior HR Specialist
Allnex Latvia SIA
Riga, Latvia
2020.06 - 2020.12
- Responsible for payroll, time & attendance, benefits, and HR data management for Allnex Germany using SAP SuccessFactors and SAP HCM
- Support employees with payroll-related issues and assist with data entry in SAP SuccessFactors and SAP HCM
- Communicate with the payroll provider, support employees and the local HR team with administrative tasks
- Assist with recruitment coordination, company car ordering and trainee website creation
- Continuously improve HR processes and workflows
HR Generalist & Business Partner
Allnex Germany GmbH
Wiesbaden, Germany
2019.06 - 2020.05
- Provide HR support to employees and manage end-to-end employee lifecycle processes
- Support payroll and HR data processes in SAP SuccessFactors and SAP HCM, including data entry and issue resolution
- Train employees in the use of HR systems and tools
- Work with external authorities, payroll providers, and the works council to ensure compliance and accurate HR administration
- Maintain both paper and electronic personnel files and prepare individual reports
HR Specialist/Senior HR Specialist
Allnex Latvia SIA
Riga, Latvia
2015.10 - 2019.05
- Manage payroll, time & attendance, benefits and HR data processes for Allnex Germany and Allnex Austria using SAP SuccessFactors and SAP HCM
- Work closely with payroll providers to ensure accurate data transfer and payroll processing
- Support HR projects including system implementation and recruitment process improvements
- Assist with recruitment coordination, HR administration, bonus calculations,and employee support on HR systems (ESS/MSS, T&A)
- Continuously improve HR processes, documentation and workflows to ensure efficiency and compliance
Data Administrator
European Research and Data Center SIA
Riga
2013.02 - 2015.01
- Review and edit texts to meet company standards
- Manage and update event information for Switzerland
- Communicate with customers regarding event details
Marketing Specialist
Aromatta SIA
Usma
2011.05 - 2012.09
- Collect customer feedback to improve products and services
- Identify effective marketing and advertising channels
- Maintain and strengthen customer relationships
Assistant Project Manager
Prospects Baltics SIA
Riga
2008.08 - 2010.12
- Support the project manager in achieving objectives
- Assist in coordinating projects from start to finish
- Prepare final project reports
Education
Bachelor Degree - Humanities in Language Studies
University of Latvia
Riga, Latvia 9 2008 - 5 2013
Advertising and Public Relation
International Higher School of Practical Psychology
Riga, Latvia 9 2006 - 5 2008
Skills
- SAP SuccessFactors
- SAP HCM
- Loga
- Payroll
- Time Management
- HR Operations
- Employee Lifecycle Management
- HR Data Management
- Process Improvement
- Stakeholder Management (HR, Finance, Payroll, Leadership)
- HR Documentation & Reporting
- Training & Employee Support
- Communication
- Adaptability
- Teamwork
- Fast Learner
- Decision Making
Languages
Latvian
Native
German
Advanced
English
Upper intermediate
Hobbies
Snowboarding, Outdoor activities, Travelling
Courses
- Google Project Management, Coursera Jul 2023 – Nov 2023
- Digital Marketing, RISEBA University of Applied Sciences Nov 2018 – Apr 2019
Timeline
Management and administrative assistant
Latvijas Energoceltnieks SIA
2025.10 - Current
IT Recruitment Consultant
Smartist.One LV
2024.05 - 2025.06
HR Business Partner
Zalaris HR Services Latvia SIA
2021.01 - 2023.12
Senior HR Specialist
Allnex Latvia SIA
2020.06 - 2020.12
HR Generalist & Business Partner
Allnex Germany GmbH
2019.06 - 2020.05
HR Specialist/Senior HR Specialist
Allnex Latvia SIA
2015.10 - 2019.05
Data Administrator
European Research and Data Center SIA
2013.02 - 2015.01
Marketing Specialist
Aromatta SIA
2011.05 - 2012.09
Assistant Project Manager
Prospects Baltics SIA
2008.08 - 2010.12
Bachelor Degree - Humanities in Language Studies
University of Latvia
9 2008 - 5 2013
Advertising and Public Relation
International Higher School of Practical Psychology
9 2006 - 5 2008