**Results-driven Human Resources Business Partner focused on standardizing and consolidating policies for a lean and effective HR department. Proactive trusted HR professional with track record of consulting with executives to influence business decisions. 20 years of progressive experience as a strategic leader, decision-maker and problem solver with the ability to balance business partnering skills with employee advocacy. **Forward-thinking, conscientious, and compassionate HR Manager proficient in hiring, developing, and motivating employees. Demonstrated skill at partnering with management teams to build employee-centric cultures promoting positive morale and optimizing productivity. **Dedicated to strong employee relations and high job satisfaction for workers at all levels. Possesses strong skills in investigating and resolving complex issues and complaints. Builds rapport at all levels and resolves issues quickly. **Ability to garner respect, act with integrity, keep commitments; proactive, takes initiative; a trusted partner who can build relationships and deliver results. Independent work style, balancing the need for collaboration with minimal supervision. Motivating and positive with excellent interpersonal, coaching and communication skills. **Expert in employee relations, performance management, talent acquisition and development, onboarding, project management, training, and employee engagement. Skilled problem-solver and conflict manager with excellent verbal and written communication skills who communicates effectively while operating with strong sense of urgency. **Well-versed in onboarding and explaining benefits packages to assist employee comprehension and decision-making. Expert in employee terminations/layoffs, handling the difficult conversations with tact, professionalism and compassion.