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Frankfurt Am Main, Hessen, De

Provide strategic vision and tactical execution of HR operations and broad initiatives as the Global HR COO Lead (2014-Present) supporting business goals in all DB locations. Create synergies and align functions through shared practices. Concurrently lead in diverse roles with multifaceted responsibilities across lines of business and countries. Represent HR on key senior committees. Manage risk, influence executives, achieve regulatory compliance, optimize financials and maximize performance in a highly matrixed, multifaceted environment. As Head of HR for Latin America & Canada, provide oversight for the delivery of HR products and services for employees in five countries within Latin America (Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Mexico and Peru) and Canada. Partner with COO and regional / country heads on strategic HR issues to balance local and global priorities. • Manage relationship with HR Solutions, the operations and IT group serving human resources. • Lead a diverse team of HR professionals globally to achieve regulatory compliance, manage change, streamline processes.

Frankfurt Am Main, Hessen, De

While continuing to lead HR operations as Regional HR COO, attained an additional role managing a global team of HR information technology professionals in London, Sydney, Frankfurt and Jaipur, India. Delivered extensive, complex HR reporting, metrics and analytics for diverse internal and external stakeholders. Led critical processes including tracking of staff transactions such as severance packages while driving sustainable change, streamlining processes and improving governance.

Frankfurt Am Main, Hessen, De

Head of Americas Benefits and HRI Expatriate Services (1997-2000) Elevate delivery of HR services for domestic and international relocations. Developed a multiyear benefit and compensation strategy to maintain a leading position in recruiting. Implemented a strategy to reduce investment risk pension and 401k assets.• Achieved full-scale M&A integration of Bankers Trust HR in 2001.• Recognized by Working Mothers Magazine, Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption and Conceive/Resolve for innovative programs to enhance work/life balance.

New York, Ny, Us

Managed U.S. benefit plans and employee health services through significant outsourcing and M&A initiatives. Evaluated, selected and implemented third-party providers while establishing robust vendor relationships. • Reduced costs by outsourcing 401k plan, benefits administration and employee health. • Implemented enhanced EAP programs, and initiatives to improve work/life balance.Foundational background in Human Resources in diverse roles with entertainment company CBS, Inc.