Provide HR guidance, expertise, and consultation on an as-needed basis to support organizational needs. Key accomplishments include updating the employee handbook to ensure compliance and relevance, managing terminations with professionalism and sensitivity, and providing strategic guidance on complex employee relations matters.

Served as a strategic business partner and trusted advisor who provided effective HR services and guidance to executives, line managers, and staff to support the delivery of GIA’s goals and objectives. Key accomplishments include:Partnering with C-suite executives to develop and implement people strategies, enhancing organizational effectiveness and aligning HR initiatives with business goals.Built and nurtured strong, trusted relationships across the organization, becoming a go-to coach and advisor for leadership, which significantly improved leadership development and team cohesion.Collaborated with Centers of Excellence (COEs) to design and execute career paths, compensation strategies, and talent management tools, which successfully attracted and retained top talent.Ensured successful organizational changes by leading effective change management and communication strategies for HR and business unit initiatives, including complex organizational restructures.Led and mentored a high-performing HR business partner team, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment that resulted in increased team productivity and employee satisfaction.Contributed as a key member of the Global Senior Leadership and HR Leadership teams, sharing business updates and ensuring HR standardization and best practices across global operations.Led the HR function for an acquisition, working proactively with stakeholders at both companies to ensure a smooth transition and assimilation into GIA culture.HR lead for the opening of a new location in Singapore, guiding compensation, immigration and talent acquisition.

Successfully managed complex employee relations cases and investigations, ensuring timely resolution in alignment with company policies, which mitigated legal risks and maintained a positive work environment.Provided expert policy guidance and interpretation, proactively recommending and implementing policy changes that improved compliance and operational efficiency.

International Assignment, Bangkok, Thailand July - September 2015Selected to lead a critical leadership transition, where I successfully established enduring relationships with senior management and the Thailand Human Resources team. Provided coaching and development, shared best practices and created a link to the corporate office that never existed before. Assessed all aspects of the HR department and made recommendations for improvement.

It was a pleasure to engage with such bright, motivated students and share insights from my experience working in Bangkok, Thailand. The energy and curiosity of students always inspires me, reinforcing my belief that exchanging knowledge is crucial in shaping the next generation of business leaders.

Led all human resources functions including personnel policies, performance management, compensation, workers’ compensation, unemployment, leaves of absence, personnel file management and HRIS. Served as the Agency’s Safety Officer. Led a department of six including the supervision of an Employee Relations Manager, Benefits & Leaves Manager and Employment Specialist.Strategic Business Partner - ensured interactions with leadership and staff added value by closely monitoring the needs of the organization and employee moral. Developed policies and procedures that support the values the organization. Led organizational restructures to ensure resources are aligned with strategic plan.Employee Relations - Provided honest and confidential consulting to management and staff. Consulted supervisors on the performance management of their employees ensuring appropriate documentation. Conducted investigations and made recommendations for problem resolution.Compensation - Oversaw all components of an $18M compensation budget. Developed and implemented performance based compensation system. Established market based salary ranges and made salary recommendations for all staff. Led annual market adjustments. Conducted FLSA analysis on positions.Human Resources Systems - Established efficient, customer focused and legally compliant systems. Reducing worker’s compensation premium by 150K through pro-active claims management. Advocated for and oversaw the implementation of alternative workweeks improving employee morale and job satisfaction. Managed the unemployment claim process and represented the organization at hearings. Oversaw the successful transition to an enhanced HRIS system. Conduct trainings for all levels of staff including orientation for new hires.Safety Officer - Advised management and implemented strategies to mitigate risks. Led the OSHA Committee.