Mary Peros - Certified HR Executive, Global Human Resources

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Work Background

Global HR ConsultingInterim / Fractional HR Director

Mar. 2023Florida, United States · RemoteCollaborating with HR consulting firms to provide guidance to clients on a wide range of critical areas. Expertise includes global compensation strategies, HR compliance regulations, performance management frameworks, employee engagement initiatives, employee relations matters, and the development and implementation of comprehensive communications & HR policies.

Dodge Construction NetworkSenior Human Resources Business Partner

Oct. 2022 - Feb. 2023United States · Remote• Worked on integration of a new acquisition of 30 remote team members across the US • Upskilled line managers through coaching and delivery of training in a range of subject matter including talent reviews, succession planning, performance management, employment law and internal processes. • Led employee relations function which included identification of poor performers, coaching managers, formulating strategies to either improve performance or terminate employment without risk.

TELUS Agriculture & Consumer GoodsPeople & Culture Business Partner, Telus Agriculture & Consumer Goods

Oct. 2021 - Oct. 2022Remote• Implemented new global compensation structure with Mercer (grading structure, pay, bonuses, sales commission) as part of company-wide program • Project managed a reduction in force of 55 people across the USA, with no subsequent legal challenges. Included training of inexperienced people managers Interim Vice President of People & Culture • Collaborated with leadership on the integration of nine acquired companies in the US, Europe & Asia. Focused on problem-solving, developing people managers, improving communication and setting up new HR policies. • Provided mentoring & support for the newly acquired People & Culture team members

TELUS Agriculture & Consumer GoodsInterim Vice President People & Culture

May. 2021 - Sep. 2021Orlando, Florida, United StatesHired as maternity cover for the VP of People & Culture for 5 months, then transferred to People & Culture Business Partner to work on the continued integration of twelve acquired companies in the US, Europe & Asia

ModusLinkSenior Vice President Global Human Resources

Jan. 2020 - Dec. 2021Orlando, Florida, United StatesIn preparation for sale, this global logistic business with 1,300 employees across nine countries in the US, Europe, and Asia required an interim HR executive to support leadership team, instill a people focus, and strengthen relationships between HR and business units. > United fractured global HR team in seven countries and three continents through regular communication, support, and working together to deliver consistent and professional messaging to all levels. > Reduced COVID impact by working with global HR team to devise policy, train employees, communicate, and change working patterns, which resulted in low infection rate amongst employees and confidence in the company. > Led global restructure in all countries with zero legal challenges and companywide acceptance.

Ocean InsightDirector of People & Culture

Jan. 2017 - Dec. 2019Orlando, Florida, United StatesBrought in to bring stability to the company following the departure of the founder and an HR leadership vacuum. Focused on creating an HR function and extending to both hourly US Manufacturing Global Operations and Sales and Marketing in Europe and Asia for this global manufacturer of spectrometers. > Managed complex termination of employment for senior and key functional employees across the US, the Netherlands, and Germany. > Developed largely inexperienced line managers through coaching to deliver talent management, annual reviews, and hiring. Implemented new performance review with 100% compliance. > Improved employee engagement through regular communication, implementing new employee policies, new bilingual open enrollment events, and monthly lunch and learn sessions.

StackPathHR Business Partner

Jan. 2017 - Dec. 2017Orlando, FloridaHired to drive communication and change management following acquisition by this global technology provider of a Florida company with Dallas-based headquarters. > Assisted with integration reporting to HR SVP based in Dallas, TX. > Sped up integration through effective change management and implementation of new policy and procedures, new employee handbook, new job descriptions, and onboarding.

LiquidnetHead of Human Resources, EMEA & APAC

Apr. 2015 - Dec. 2016London, United Kingdom and Hong KongMaternity cover role for 11 months for this high growth financial services company in London followed by another 10 months in Hong Kong. Responsible for talent acquisition, employee relations, policy & process, employee development, led a team of two HR professionals. Reported to the EMEA CEO and then the APAC CEO.

International Airlines Group (IAG)Performance and Development Manager ǀ Startups ǀ Project Management ǀ Policy Development

Jan. 2014 - Dec. 2015London, UKContracted by parent company of Aer Lingus, British Airways, Iberia, and Vueling to aid in the startup of a new company in Poland to handle IT and procurement activities. IMPACT: Project managed, designed, and implemented new HR function policies and processes: recruitment, onboarding, compensation, and staff handbook. Developed talent acquisition processes, compensation, and benefits from scratch, and hired 55 new Procurement and IT staff in just 12 weeks to achieve Q1 plan.

Global Human Resources Consulting Human Resources Director | VP Human Resources | HR Project Manager

Jun. 2012Palm Coast, Florida, United States · RemoteAs a Human Resource expert, I have helped people to deliver results and implement creative solutions to solve complex problems in the USA, Europe and Asia. A sample of the engagements I have worked on are listed below.