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Giannis Aretakis

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Country Head People & Organizations - HR Head at Novartis Czech Republic at Novartis Czech Republic
📍 Prague, Czechia

Giannis Aretakis is the Country Head of People & Organizations at Novartis Czech Republic, with over 16 years of HR expertise in talent management and organizational development. A graduate of Athens University of Economics and Business, he is described by colleagues as talented, smart, and ingenious.

He is a strong advocate for workplace diversity, celebrating a multicultural environment with over 80 nationalities. A proud father, he is grateful for company policies that allowed him to take extended paternity leave, emphasizing his value for family and work-life balance.

On behalf of his team, he recently received the ESG Pioneer Award at the 2025 Deloitte Shared Services Conference.

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Experience
15 Years
Current Role
Country Head People & Organizations - HR Head at Novartis Czech Republic
Location
Prague, Czechia
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ESG Initiatives
His team was recently recognized with an ESG Pioneer Award, highlighting a strong commitment to environmental, social, and governance values in the workplace.
Workplace Diversity
Proudly leads a diverse team with over 80 nationalities and holds certifications in fighting gender bias and unconscious bias.
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Career

Work history

3-2023
Country Head People & Organizations - HR Head at Novartis Czech Republic
Novartis Czech Republic
6-2021 - 3-2023
Country Head People & Organization - HR Head
Novartis
4-2020 - 5-2021
Senior HR Business Partner - HR Department Lead a.i.
Novartis Ireland
6-2018 - 4-2020
HR Business Partner
Novartis Pharmaceuticals UK LTD
3-2014 - 6-2018
HR Business Partner
Novartis Hellas
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Education
2007 - 2009
Master
Athens University of Economics and Business
2005 - 2006
Master's degree
University of Ioannina
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