Wendy Pearson Email & Phone Number

Jersey City, New Jersey, Us

• Responsible for the overall design, implementation, and administration of all benefits (medical, dental, life, disability and 401(k)/RSP plans) for the US & Canada. • Advise the Chief Executive Officer and other management executives on Human Resource laws, concepts, strategies, and general best practices as needed.• Promote and execute on long-term D&I strategy plan on creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. • Manage leave and disability programs, including FMLA, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability.• Manage compliance of benefits and 401(k) programs, including timely completion of regulatory reporting and filing requirements.• Work closely with outside Legal Counsel on all employment and immigration related matters. • Prepare and approve all immigration documents for H-1B, L Visa and permanent resident sponsorship.• Onboard new employees by performing background checks, processing paperwork and conduct new hire orientations. • Oversee payroll processing for US & Canada to ensure accurate and timely pay for all employees.• Draft policy and procedures to support business initiatives.

Jersey City, New Jersey, Us

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer of LEAP US. Responsible for leading the vision, strategy, development and execution of organizational effectiveness, talent, and culture management programs aimed at advancing the mission and enhancing business results.

Jersey City, New Jersey, Us

Responsible for managing the full lifecycle recruiting function to maintain a continuous pipeline of candidates in accordance with overall recruitment forecasting for US & Canada.

Newark, New Jersey, Us

• Managed a robust requisition load that covers a multitude of skill sets, functions and levels. • Consulted with hiring managers to define/hone job specifications. • Sourced, screened and recommended applicants to hiring managers.• Created and executed comprehensive sourcing strategies for new and existing requisitions.• Searched databases and utilized networks/professional organizations to recruit passive talent.• Worked closely with HR Business Partners on offer approvals, employee relation issues and requisition processing.• Educated hiring managers on internal/external workforce, emerging trends and potential watchpoints. • Processed internal transfers and promotions.• Managed the offer process by working with executive compensation on complex salary negotiations. • Handled onboarding process by creating offers letter for business approval. • Created various reports such as aging, diversity and interview statistics.• Attended weekly meetings with senior management to discuss recruiting strategies, requisitions, trends, and compliance matters. • Managed relationships with external partners.

Position eliminated in company-wide layoffs due to a decline in business.•Managed talent acquisition for all locations.•Partnered with hiring managers to identify and clarify job specifications and descriptions in order to effectively source quality candidates.•Counseled and advised hiring managers regarding recruiting strategies and practices that support the goals and directions of the organization.•Worked closely with HR Director on company-wide initiatives in terms of planning diversity events, performance management and team building activities. •Assisted employees with benefits questions: medical, dental, life, disability and flexible spending employee benefits enabling them to make informed enrollment decisions.•Assisted in development and implementation of personnel policies and procedures. •Onboard new employees by preparing offer letters, performing background checks, processing paperwork and conduct new hire orientations. •Created payroll profiles for exempt and non-exempt employees. •Processed open enrollment insurance forms, 401k elections and commuter benefits.•Prepared various compliance and payroll reports via Namely and TimeClock Plus.

Boston, Ma, Us

•Managed full life cycle recruiting for law firms and corporations for direct-hire positions within legal, compliance, administrative support, marketing and various other positions. •Advised hiring managers in succession planning for key roles.•Conducted cold calls, in-person and virtual interviews to source prospective candidates for open positions.•Provided interview preparation and post interview feedback to prospective candidates. •Utilized multiple Internet search job boards, social media, referral networking, job postings and resume databases to build a pipeline of potential candidates. •Conducted thorough prescreening and background checks on potential new hires on as needed basis. •Prepared weekly recruiting metric reports for senior management. •Negotiated direct-hire fee agreements and salary requirements with new and existing clients.•Networked with industry professionals to stay current with market trends and obtain referrals for new opportunities.

• Consulted with law firms and corporations in providing effective E-Discovery, Staffing and Managed Review solutions, which include near shoring options and review tool recommendations. • Developed new business strategies and opportunities by monitoring industry trends. • Worked directly with hiring managers to determine hiring needs to help effectively build client’s business. • Recruited and marketed specialized attorneys, discovery professionals and paralegals during outreach client calls. • Negotiated pricing and service agreements with new and existing clients. • Travel and set-up remote document review locations for large matters domestically and internationally.

Ba, English Language Arts, Education, African American Studies

Secondary Education And Teaching