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PolygenceHead of HR
Nov. 2023California, United StatesPolygence is an online mentorship program that helps students turn their passions into unique research projects by pairing intellectually curious students with PhD-level mentors. As Head of HR I am overseeing the entire field of HR, together with payroll, benefits, cost control etc. I am assisting the Founders of this startup (64FTE) to create a great workplace where employees are productive and comfortable living up to their passion of supporting students.
Peter Thomas Roth Clinical Skin CareDirector of Human Resources
Nov. 2018 - Apr. 2023New York, United StatesI have built the human resources function from ground up as the first HR professional of a privately-owned skincare company. Advise and counsel owners and executives in respect of rights, responsibilities and difficulties associated with HR. Reporting to the CFO my responsibilities include establishing and managing all HR functions both at the NY Headquarters and at the manufacturing facility in NJ. Manage recruitment, onboarding, HRIS, compensation, recognition, policies and procedures, employee relations, immigration, workers compensation, benefits, legal aspects and issues in compliance with federal and state labor laws. Review policies and procedures and recommended changes. Administer benefit programs. Recommended and implemented new benefits. Work with strong “internal client orientation” with a real capacity to bring added value by supporting and advising all levels of management. Create and facilitate trainings to ensure employees are up to date with mandatory trainings.
HearUSA - Sivantos/SiemensCorporate Director of Employee Relations
Nov. 2014 - Mar. 2018Palm Beach Gardens, FL USACorporate Director of Employee Relations responsible for over 800 employees in the USA and Canada in the field of Healthcare/Retail. Ensure consistent practices and decision making in employee relations and performance disputes in order to mitigate risk and promote a professionally ethical work environment. Manage and resolve a variety of employee relations issues that include coaching/advising employees and managers, conduct formal investigations. Guide management on preparing and communicating New Hire Reviews, Annual Reviews, and Personal Improvement Process. Conduct Exit Interviews. Lead the company on-boarding process to assist new employees with adjusting to the social and performance aspects of their jobs quickly and smoothly. Develop and implement non-clinical training programs. Respond to Unemployment Inquiries. Handle Immigration Matters.
ISLE Casino RacingTalent Development Manager
Oct. 2011 - Nov. 2014Pompano Park, FloridaThe Isle Casino & Racing Pompano Park is the home of 1500 slot machines, an award winning 38 table poker room, 4 very popular restaurants and Florida’s only harness race track. The employee population is above 1000.
Streamlined and administered the process of search, selection, recruitment, interviewing, screening and on-boarding of Team Members. Reduced “Time to Hire” length by 65% within a year. Updated applicant and employee record keeping system, compiled statistical reports regarding recruitment, licensing and onboarding process. Re-designed new hire orientation. Trained and supervised new HR Generalist and HR Coordinator. Identified the organization’s training needs; tailored and delivered trainings to different levels ranging from line employees to executives. Developed and facilitated New Manager 101 Workshops, Leadership Training and special customer service trainings. Designed and ran healthcare and wellness programs. Provided counsel and guidance to managers in areas of manpower planning, annual performance appraisals, promotions and internal transfers. Streamlined the process of handling internal transfer requests.
Four Seasons Resort Palm BeachAssistant Director of Human Resources
Aug. 2010 - May. 2011Responsible for training, recruitment and HR administration at this AAA 5 Diamond Hotel.
Participated in executive meetings in the absence of the Director of HR. Facilitated training classes for recruitment and performance reviews as well as the supervisory development program. Oversaw recruitment utilizing behavioral based interviewing. Organized staff relations events including service awards, holiday functions and overnight breakfasts. Ran background checks, Visa administration processes (H1B, J1) built Turnover, I9, Performance Review Reports. Ran complete new hire administration - using ADP Enterprise HRIS system. Lead and documented disciplinary actions. Coach operations management. Attended and administered Unemployment Hearings.
Four Seasons Hotel Gresham PalaceDirector of Human Resources at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
May. 2005 - Sep. 2010Budapest, HungaryActed as a member of the Executive Committee of this award winning Luxury Property, managed HR Budget and Strategy, translated business priorities into property Human Resources strategies, plans and actions, assessed the development and effectiveness of employees and the manpower needs of the Palace.
Served as a link between the management and employees by handling grievances and helping resolve work-related problems. Acted as Coach and Mentor. Created value through proactive approach that affected performance outcome or control cost. Served as a strategic partner with Operations Management. Developed and conducted over 32 different in-class training sessions which contributed to the improvement of profitability and service standards of the Hotel.
As part of a Leadership Development Project administered the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator to assess Executives and Managers personality types and how they correlate with job performance and co-operation.
Administered performance management, succession management and workforce planning systems. Created and implemented a new community involvement project.
Handled understaffing, disputes and administered disciplinary procedures. Represented the organization at personnel-related hearings and investigations at the Labor Court.
MTI Hungarian State News AgencyDirector of Human Resources
Nov. 2002 - Apr. 2005MTI Magyar Távirati Iroda Rt. Budapest, HungaryManaged the full-cycle of HR system (510 employees), lead an HR team of six.
Acted as Change Management Agent during restructuring the News Agency. Lead the leadership team through Organizational Development process; ensured that HR strategies were well integrated with the News Agency’s core objectives and mission. Lead reorganization and downsizing of 210 without compromising productivity; positively managed crisis situations during lay-offs; effectively lead the negotiations with the Union. Designed and managed a Training and Development plan. Re-designed the system of work contracts and job descriptions. Implemented new HRIS.
TOPREKLAM BBDO HUNGARY Account Manager
Jan. 1994 - Jan. 1996Budapest, Hungary
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