Barbara Cormier, Mba, Mls Email & Phone Number

Kirkland, Wa, Us

• Spearheaded a company-wide restructuring, reducing employee resistance by 40% and ensuring smooth transitions through cross-departmental collaboration.• Developed and implemented HR policies for a $100M startup, earning C-Suite approval. • Leveraged industry knowledge and HR analytics to build frameworks that supported rapid organizational growth and compliance.• Achieved 100% compliance with complex employment laws, cut compliance related issues by 30%, prevented potential litigation, and led audits with zero non-compliance findings.• Revamped talent management programs with senior leadership, resulting in a 35% increase in high-performer retention and a 40% faster time-to-fill positions.• Implemented conflict resolution programs that cut formal grievances by 20% and boosted employee satisfaction by 15%, enhancing workplace harmony.• Optimized benefits, compensation, and payroll for over 600 employees, reducing labor costs by 18% and improving ROI by 10%, through collaboration with finance and operations.• Transformed company culture through strategic DEI initiatives, driving a 30% increase in diverse hiring and a 25% improvement in employee satisfaction scores related to inclusivity.

• Collaborated with HR to develop and implement global labor policies that supported compliance and organizational effectiveness, reducing legal risks by 20%.• Played a key role in interpreting contract provisions and managing grievance hearings, leading to a 30% reduction in employee disputes.• Managed employment litigation and EEOC responses, strategically resolving conflicts and reducing litigation costs by 30% while increasing case resolution speed by 20%. • Advised senior leadership on highly sensitive workforce matters, providing insights that influenced HR strategies and practices.• Developed and led training programs on employment law compliance, enhancing understanding and adherence to legal standards across the organization.• Conducted comprehensive legal research and analysis to support employment and labor law cases, contributing to a 35% increase in successful case outcomes.• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address and resolve employee relations issues, improving workplace harmony and productivity.

• Managed complex employment litigation cases, providing critical support in case preparation and strategy development, leading to a 30% improvement in case resolution efficiency.• Conducted legal research on labor laws and regulations, resulting in a 25% increase in favorable case outcomes.• Directed and mentored paralegal and clerical staff, optimizing team performance and contributing to enhanced departmental efficiency.• Authored and meticulously reviewed legal documents, including contracts and employment agreements, ensuring precision and legal compliance.• Collaborated with senior attorneys to negotiate and draft settlement agreements, effectively resolving disputes and mitigating risks, resulting in a 25% reduction in litigation exposure.

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