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Chicago, Il, Us

Chicago, Illinois, United States

❇️ OVERVIEWI drive HR compliance program development for a groundbreaking 2,000-employee joint venture between UnitedHealth and Red Ventures. I partner directly with legal counsel to architect and implement comprehensive compliance frameworks across nationwide operations.My duties include overseeing critical compliance programs, including US compliance reporting and affirmative action planning, OFCCP audits, and implementing a HR policy governance strategy. I enjoy managing one associate, creating scalable HR policies and programs, and partnering with our employment law team and HR stakeholders to ensure the operationalization of new employment regulations. I also serve as an HR and compliance SME on various employment and hiring projects.❇️ STRATEGIC IMPACT* Developed and launched the organization's first DEI strategy, creating an inaugural affirmative action plan and an executive-level reporting dashboard.* Built a HR compliance infrastructure from the ground up, establishing workers' compensation program, ADA accommodations framework, leave of absence policies, and unemployment processes.* Architected an immigration program, achieving a 100% success rate in securing work visas for 44 employees.* Ensured rigorous federal compliance, managing all EEO-1 submissions to EEOC.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

❇️ OVERVIEWLinkedIn is the world's largest professional networking platform and a Microsoft subsidiary. It serves over 900M members globally with solutions for professional networking, recruitment, and learning and development.I led the enterprise-wide HR compliance initiatives, projects, and policy governance for the US workforce, ensuring alignment with federal and state regulations while managing affirmative action programs, OFCCP compliance, and HR policy governance strategy and implementation.❇️ STRATEGIC IMPACTCompliance and Audit Management* Developed and executed 11 affirmative action plans across all US locations, ensuring 100% compliance with federal requirements.* Led OFCCP audit responses and remediations, conducting thorough internal audits and partnering with leadership to implement corrective actions across nationwide hiring practices.* Managed timely submission of critical compliance reports including EEO-1, VETS-4212, and California Pay Data reporting.HR Program Development* Supported HR compliance integration for new talent acquisition platform implementation, providing expert guidance to cross-functional teams on federal regulatory requirements.* Modernized paid sick leave program through annual updates reflecting changes across federal and 50-state jurisdictions.* Designed and launched a comprehensive sexual harassment prevention program, achieving a 100% completion rate among 40,000 employees.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

❇️ OVERVIEWNielsen is a global leader in audience measurement, data analytics, and consumer behavior insights, serving media and advertising industries across 100+ countries. The company provides critical measurement and analytics solutions to optimize advertising spending and content decisions for the world's largest broadcasters, brands, and agencies.As the HR Compliance & Integrity Leader, I served as the “Compliance & Integrity Leader” for Nielsen's US workforces. My mission was to serve as a strategic advisor to the HR executive leadership team to strengthen governance frameworks and minimize regulatory risks across US operations. The job scope included serving as the organization's Affirmative Action Officer, running point on all OFCCP audits, and consulting on regulatory and policy changes.❇️ STRATEGIC IMPACTRegulatory Compliance & Audit Excellence* Secured consecutive successful OFCCP audits over 2 years with minimal findings, guiding the Chief HR Officer and staff through comprehensive preparation processes.* Matured affirmative action program by developing eight plans, EEO1 reporting, data analysis, and strategic DEI collaboration with business leaders.Process Transformation & Risk Management* Improved I-9 and E-Verify compliance by establishing an annual audit program with talent acquisition teams, ensuring federal compliance and audit readiness.* Optimized background check procedures through redesigned adjudication guidelines, enabling consistent and equitable candidate evaluation processes.* Navigated complex pandemic policy compliance, partnering cross-functionally to adopt policies (FMLA, ADA, FLSA, Wage & Hour) and paid sick leave programs.

Deerfield, Illinois, United States

❇️ OVERVIEWBaxter International is a global medical products company that offers innovative therapies and medical technologies to healthcare providers and patients in more than 100 countries.I led a comprehensive evaluation and enhancement of recommendations for US HR compliance programs focused on talent acquisition, ensuring adherence to OFCCP regulations, affirmative action requirements, I-9 compliance, and pre-employment screening protocols. The role included working as a strategic business partner and collaborating with internal departments (HR operations, legal, etc.) and external vendors to ensure alignment on all compliance activities.❇️ STRATEGIC IMPACTProgram Development & Risk Management:* Conducted thorough assessment framework of existing US HR Compliance programs for talent acquisition and recommended continuous improvement initiatives to address gaps.* Led audits to assess auditing program effectiveness and collaborated with the Workday team to create automated compliance reporting tools.*Determined training gaps for compliance professionals and developed training classes. * Supported OFCCP audits through standardized documentation practices and response protocols.

Chicago, Illinois

❇️ OVERVIEWLevy is a market leader in premium sports and entertainment dining, operating in over 140 venues nationwide. The company delivers world-class food and beverage experiences through concessions, catering, and premium dining services at major sports arenas, entertainment venues, and cultural institutions.I was recruited to build and implement the company's first comprehensive compliance program across 140 locations nationwide. The program focused on on-site auditing, risk mitigation, process standardization, and operational excellence in the hospitality sector.❇️ STRATEGIC IMPACTRisk Management & Compliance Excellence:* Achieved a 98% reduction in I-9 errors through corrective actions from comprehensive nationwide audit findings and remediation of 40,000+ forms.* Led complete digitization and standardization of 6,000 management personnel files across all locations within 8 months.* Established 100% compliance rating for background check processes across 140 venues through policy reform and staff training.Process Innovation & Policy Development* Created in-house compliance website tracking regulations across 50 states. Tracked legal updates from 50 states and disseminated information monthly via the website for site leaders to ensure ongoing compliance awareness* Strengthened alcohol safety protocols by securing executive buy-in for the dedicated coordinator position and implementing the National Restaurant Association certification program.* Standardized and rewrote 15 key job descriptions for salaried and hourly roles.* Reformed background check policy and conducted nationwide training programs for HR staff on I-9 compliance and background check procedures.

Chicago, Illinois

Skokie, Illinois

Chicago, Il

Chicago, Il

Juris Doctor

Master'S Degree, Human Resources Management And Services

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Communication And Media Studies