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Boston, Ma, Us

Boston, Ma, Us

Boston, Ma, Us

Supported the VP of Learning, Development & Performance and guided the HR Business Partner team to resolve complex employee relations issues in the U.S., Europe and China. Collaborated with the Global Benefits Manager, the Immigration and Mobility Manager and the Learning and Development Team to support employee initiatives.

Boston, Ma, Us

Led the Human Resources Department to align practices and policies for supporting and meeting firm goals. This included recruiting professional staff who possessed the particular skills needed, closing gaps in the skills of existing professional staff, re-organizing to maximize effectiveness; and, rewarding/recognizing to drive desired behaviors. Managed benefits offerings for attorneys and professional staff. Ensured that human resources information systems capabilities were maximized. Introduced, implemented and drove the firm's community outreach program as well as the well-being program to support all attorneys and staff.

Boston, Ma, Us

Acted as Senior HR Business Partner to global support staff. Led the further development of the HR Business Partner model by hiring and coaching HR Business Partners assigned to support specific departments. Worked closely with firm leaders to resolve complex employee relations issues within the US, Europe and Asia. Conducted performance management and compensation skills training for managers. Recruited and filled open support staff roles, including senior-level positions. Assisted in the development of a global staff recruiting team. Conducted training sessions on the topic of thriving in the workplace.

Washington, District Of Columbia, Us

Acted as a lead HR Business Partner to provide people-management support to senior leaders and line managers across the firm. Developed and maintained strong relationships with managers and staff to effectively influence as necessary. Counseled senior managers and line leaders to resolve employee relations issues and develop/implement organizational strategy.

Washington, District Of Columbia, Us

Acted as HR Business Partner for the firm's administrative department leaders (i.e., IT, Finance, Marketing, Secretarial Services, Business Development) by assisting in the management of various human resources functions including organizational structure, operational compensation, performance management, employee management and development, succession planning, policy administration, employee relations and recruitment.

Cambridge, Ma, Us

Led HR team to create formal, all-encompassing employee handbook, including FMLA and military leave policies. Created annual "Total Rewards" statements for employees, detailing benefits, 401(k) balances and stock options information. Acted as internal lead on project to revamp Forrester benefits package and restructure open enrollment period. Transitioned 500+ employees onto new benefits program.

Cambridge, Ma, Us

Assisted in the implementation of PeopleSoft 7.5. Trained HR team on the functions and use of PeopleSoft. Interfaced with payroll regularly to communicate pay rate changes, benefits deductions and bonuses. Conducted new hire orientations and exit interviews. Administered all company benefits (medical, dental, 401(k), tuition assistance, life insurance, etc.).

Conducted training on teamwork and facilitated team meetings for 8 teams, 8 managers, totaling 160 employees. Interfaced with payroll to ensure proper benefits deductions, overtime pay, etc. Recruited and on-boarded new staff. Maintained all aspects of company benefits, including health and workers' compensation insurance. Composed and distributed monthly employee newsletter.

Boston, Ma, Us

Managed workload for a call center of 32 Benefits Representatives (4 core teams). Acted as liaison between leadership and core team of 8 individuals. Developed metrics for understanding call volume and call quality. Improved call transfer process to increase efficiency and productivity. Delivered quarterly employee performance reviews. Recruited Benefits Representatives. Developed peer recognition program to boost morale. Trained new hires on GE plan benefits. Provided benefits counseling to GE employees and retirees.

Bs With Honors, Economics

Certificate, Hr Management