Sara Assaf, Phr Email & Phone Number

Houston, Texas, United States

As the Human Resources Director, I am responsible for developing and implementing HR policies and strategies for the organization. I play a crucial role in talent acquisition and retention, employee development, performance management, benefits administration and fostering a positive workplace culture. I collaborate with executive leadership to align HR initiatives with the overall business initiatives. I am responsible for shaping and executing the organization's HR vision and strategy to support its growth and success while ensuring a productive and harmonious work environment focused on our five values - Serve, Trust, One Team, Pursue Excellence and Enjoy the Journey.

Houston, Texas Area

Managed college recruiting program with over 50 events per year including 10+ presentations across 10 different college campuses. Served as subject matter expert on all firm immigration matters, working closely with outside counsel. Negotiated annual benefits offerings with third-party broker. Designed, developed and implemented firm initiatives and policies. Advised employees and managers regularly to navigate employee relations matters. Managed the entire sourcing and hiring process.

Houston, Texas Area

• Experienced hands-on management for accounts in the Retail, Automotive, Education, Real Estate Investment, Non-Profit, Energy and Television industries• Responsible for managing $4,000,000 of annual client revenue • Collaborate with agency media, creative and public relations departments to fulfill clients’ needs to successfully achieve goals• Measure client success and work closely with agency team to provide recommendations for increased client profitability • Develop and uphold client, vendor and agency relationships • Lead planning and strategy meetings with the client• Evaluate and implement media schedules for TV, radio, digital/online and various print advertising campaigns including newspaper, magazines, outdoor and direct mail• Effectively communicate on a daily basis with internal and external clients in all levels of the organizations• Oversee production of TV shoots, edits and radio spots• Coordinate media sponsorships and assist in PR plans including press releases and press conferences • Implement and execute digital advertising campaigns including paid search engine optimization• Partner with web and creative teams to develop client websites• Managed and coordinated emcees for the Komen Houston Race for the Cure® and other local affiliate events