Recruitment firm Adecco Group appoints Daniela Seabrook as Group Chief Human Resources Officer and adds her to the Executive Committee.
Adecco Group Announces New Chief Human Resources Officer
The Adecco Group, a global leader in human resource solutions, has announced the appointment of Daniela Seabrook as its new Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), effective January 1, 2024. This change comes following the retirement of Gordana Landen, who has served as the Group's CHRO since January 2019.
Gordana Landen has been instrumental in building a strong HR foundation for the Group, marking her tenure with significant improvements in talent management and a commitment to diversity and inclusivity. Her tireless leadership has played a pivotal role in the Group's HR development.
Daniela Seabrook, who will be joining the Executive Committee of the group, brings a wealth of international HR leadership experience to her new role. Prior to her position at Adecco Group, she spent over 12 years at Syngenta, where she held the position of Group Head People and Organizational Development. Before that, she was the Chief Human Resources Officer at Philips.
Seabrook's expertise lies in talent management, culture, change management, and organisational effectiveness. She is recognised for her ability to navigate contemporary challenges, such as the impact of AI on leadership and people management. Her involvement in strategic discussions on these topics is evident from her participation in events with other CHROs.
In her current role at Adecco Group, Seabrook has been actively engaged in strategic leadership related to workforce and HR, aligning HR practices with business goals. She has been a key player in discussions on the future of work, including the role of AI in shaping leadership and people management.
Gordana Landen's retirement marks a change in the Group's HR leadership. However, her legacy of a diverse and inclusive culture, and a strong focus on talent management, will continue to shape the Group's HR strategies.
The Adecco Group, a major commercial services firm, is known for its global HR strategies, talent management, organisational development, and alignment of HR practices with business goals. Seabrook's appointment as CHRO is a significant step in continuing this tradition of excellence in HR leadership.
[1] Event participation: Seabrook, D. (2023). AI and its effects on work and leadership: A discussion with CHROs. [Webinar].
[2] Seabrook, D. (2025). Personal interview. August 2025.
The Adecco Group's new Chief Human Resources Officer, Daniela Seabrook, will bring her experience in finance, business, and careers to the Executive Committee of the group, with a focus on aligning HR practices with business goals. Seabrook's expertise in HR strategies, talent management, and organizational development, including understanding the impact of AI on leadership and people management, will be crucial for the Group's future business careers.
In her upcoming role, Daniela Seabrook might explore financial implications of HR decisions, ensuring a balanced HR budget that supports business growth and the Group's commitment to diversity and inclusivity. Her participation in events discussing AI's effects on work and leadership indicates her interest in staying current with contemporary challenges in the business world.
