Athina Saides

Background

About Athina Saides

With over a decade of global experience in talent acquisition, sourcing, and attraction, I currently serve as Senior Global Operations Manager at KellyOCG, where I lead the recruitment, sourcing strategy, and coordination team for Research & Development at Takeda Pharmaceuticals—one of the world's largest biopharmaceutical companies. Throughout my career, I have successfully delivered high-impact, large-scale talent acquisition initiatives for industry leaders such as Thermo Fisher Scientific, and various others via Korn Ferry, partnering closely with executive stakeholders across multiple functions and geographies. My expertise lies in designing and executing data-driven, tech-enabled recruitment and sourcing strategies that enhance candidate quality and experience. I blend technical insight with a people-first mindset, ensuring that transformation is not just operational, but cultural. My approach is grounded in strategic thinking, operational excellence, and a passion for driving business outcomes through exceptional talent.