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Boston, Ma, Us

Cambridge, Ma, Us

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Watford, Hertfordshire, Gb

Smith+Nephew is a portfolio medical technology business focused on the repair, regeneration and replacement of soft and hard tissue.

Goleta, California, Us

Inogen is a global medical technology company with over 20 years of leadership in portable oxygen therapy solutions for patients with chronic respiratory conditions. Recruited all levels and disciplines for this 850 global company.

Woburn, Ma, Us

Recruited all disciplines and levels of this 350-person, private and global medical device maker. Launched ATS, TA infrastructure and achieved highest overall hiring manager and candidate satisfaction ratings.

Burlington, Massachusetts, Us

Contract Recruiter hired to replace sole Recruiter and keep momentum of all open reqs in IT, Marketing, Sales, and HR.

Bedford, Massachusetts, Us

Reporting to the COO, hired to transition all aspects of the HR function for a 50-person VC-backed robotics company following leadership reorganization. Set up and documented scalable systems and process's to support growing needs. Staffed all corporate functions. Consultancy also assessed HR resource needs and hired HR Manager to support the HR function.

Reporting to the CEO, developed the first HR Function for the world's first 510k cleared 3D Ear Scanning system. A privately held, hearing solutions provider in their commercialization phase. Acted as a Senior Business Partner with the leadership team by providing a full range of both tactical and strategic Human Resource Management programs, initiatives, and consultative services. Setting vision and direction for HR Programs and services that align with business strategy Recommending and developing strategic plans, policies, procedures and programs relative to the HR function for such human capital issues as Employer Branding, Recruiting Top Talent, Employee Engagement, Health & Welfare, Workforce Analytics, Technology Integration, Change Management, Work Life Integration, Diversity, Organizational Resilience and more. Company closed due to COVID-19 global pandemic.

Waltham, Ma, Us

Contracted to staff a clinical stage, global biopharma with both rare/non-rare disease portfolio and multiple therapeutic areas. Executed growth plan from 65 to 230 employees in 8 months. Hired 6-7 new employees per month in Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance, Legal, Finance, Medical Affairs, Program Mgmt, Clinical Operations, and Information Technology (at all levels).

Converted from Contract Recruiter to Full-time Sr Director of HR. Developed the first HR function for venture funded start up biotech company, in the emerging field of exosome therapeutics. Reporting to the CEO, the role was dedicated to the total candidate and employee experience; Recruited and retained a diverse workforce in mostly scientific roles incl Research, Discovery, Translational, CMC, and G&A; Provided development programs to help staff and managers accomplish their goals; Helped managers build a culture of learning; Ensured compensation and performance management processes were designed and executed to align with the goals of the organization; Developed a positive, values-based work environment; Always looked for ways to improve people capabilities, empower employees, and recognize innovation.

Reporting to the CEO, converted from Contract HR role to Sr Director, developing and leading the HR programs for a VC funded medical device company, pioneering personal bionic innovation. The company produces technology that enhances mobility and extends potential for individuals with lower-limb amputations. HR Business Partner to CEO and management teams providing a full range of both tactical and strategic Human Resource Management programs, initiatives, and consultative services. As a sole practitioner, managed Human Resource programs and services for the entire company. Recommended and developed strategic plans, policies, procedures, and programs relative to the HR function for staffing, employee relations, organizational design, compensation, training, benefits, systems administration, HR policies and communications.

Cambridge, Ma, Us

Contracted to staff exempt Information Services and Technology professionals and contract labor.

Contracted to lead and transition HR department through a high growth (30%) expansion, maximizing an all contract HR team, to meet both global HR metrics and corporate goals. Launched Staffing function, Completed HR Audit (Sarbanes Oxley Compliant), Lead Open Enrollment & Benefits Renewals, Designed 2010 Compensation Guidelines and Rollout, Enhanced Employee Referral Program (28% participation), Selected and implemented an Applicant Tracking System (ATS), Staffed 50 Direct Sales and 20 Corporate positions, Launched Internal Mobility Program, Lead 2009 Performance Management Program, Designed New Hire Process & Assimilation, Created Careers Website, and Implemented handbook.

Marlborough, Ma, Us

Hologic, Inc. is a leading developer, manufacturer, and supplier of premium diagnostics, medical imaging systems and surgical products dedicated to serving the healthcare needs of women. Contracted to staff exempt level professionals in diagnostic and interventional breast products divisions.

Peabody, Massachusetts, Us

Contracted to lead the first global staffing function for a $70M, 625+ employee worldwide, private healthcare informatics company. Developed and implemented a global recruitment strategy to include: Selecting and managing all suppliers of talent, designing and implementing successful recruitment programs to support the hiring plan(s), business processes to ensure productivity, and a technology platform to manage the staffing process and metrics. Achievements included: rescuing a non-functioning area during a high growth period, centralizing the staffing function, hiring corporate recruiters, reducing agency use by 50%, creating new Employee Referral and Internal Mobility programs, creating new staffing processes, developing new corporate careers website, designing new employment collaterals, implementing applicant management system, streamlining manual workflow processes, ensuring compliance with EEO/OFCCP requirements, designing metrics and measurements systems.

Richardson, Texas, Us

Contracted to cover maternity leave of Director of HR & Staffing of North and South Americas. Lead 2 Sr. HR Generalists and 2 Recruiters through corporate-wide HR initiatives including Salary Planning, Career Planning & Development Program, Employee Relations, Benefits & Compensation, Global Job Code Program, New Hire Orientation, Employee Survey, and more. Hired and trained a team of staffing professionals to successfully turn around recruitment. Designed and developed core staffing policies and procedures, managed vendor contracts, reversed EEO non-compliance, introduced behavioral interviewing, and successfully managed agency use from 50% to 0%.

Worked with CEO, to establish the HR function for a start-up, Orthopedics, medical device company including hiring, benefits, employee relations, compliance, compensation, health & safety, policy & procedures (employee handbook), organizational planning, and development, general administration, and training. Scope of categories included: In-depth review of current programs; Design, recommendation, and implementation of employee communication plans; Creation of scalable processes, handbook, forms, and reports; Documented HR processes and procedures; Trained employees and coached leadership team; Created and maintained employee central repository of information (HRIS); Provided on-going counsel to CEO as needed.

Watford, Hertfordshire, Gb

Responsible for Senior HR Generalist duties as well as strategic recruitment management for a worldwide company that develops and markets advanced medical devices. In addition to generalist role, created and managed a center of excellence in recruitment practices that advanced the company’s competitive edge and created a talent bank for future talent acquisition. Managed full life-cycle staffing support for all functional areas of the company in support of business strategies including selection and implementation of a staffing management system. Managed staff responsible for providing total talent solutions, including direct responsibility for executing all aspects of the staffing process. Awarded 2003 Employee Excellence Award for designing and implementing first employment staffing management system and corporate employment website.

Project-based consultancy to develop Internet recruitment program for a world leader in medical instrumentation.

Wakefield, Ma, Us

Contracted to staff exempt level positions for a 150+ employee technology consulting firm.

Merrimack, Nh, Us

Consultancy to lead a 4 location, privately owned, PC technology supplier with full life-cycle staffing for all functional areas of the company in support of an aggressive hiring plan. Designed and executed first corporate recruitment strategy. Lead a 6 member staff responsible for providing total talent solutions, including direct responsibility for executing all aspects of the staffing process.