Laura Perry
Montgomery,IL
Summary
Dynamic Talent Acquisition and Operations professional with over 10 years' experience leading full cycle recruiting, employee engagement, and HR operations across diverse industries. Proven success in sourcing top talent, utilizing applicant tracking systems, as well as fostering strong candidate and employee relationships. Adept at working independently, leveraging data driven strategies, and collaborating with cross functional teams to support organizational growth. Committed to integrity, customer service excellence, and continuous process improvement.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Lead
Tempest Gaming
01.2023 - Current
- Led full cycle recruiting processes; including writing job descriptions, posting job listings, screening resumes, interviewing candidates, and collaborating with management to determine hiring needs.
- Managed three departments and over 150 employees. Recruited 82 of these employees from start to finish.
- Utilized applicant tracking systems and data driven approaches, to optimize talent acquisition strategies and improve time until fill metrics.
- Partnered with leadership to forecast workforce requirements and develop proactive talent pipelines for critical roles.
- Spearheaded an entirely new branch of sales, filling each and every role in the department.
- Created daily, weekly, and monthly schedules for multiple teams. Including sales goals, project growth metrics, and expectations.
- Ensured compliance with EEOC, FLSA, and other employment regulations in all hiring and HR practices.
- Developed and implemented training programs to support successful onboarding and employee engagement initiatives.
- Established clear performance metrics, enabling more effective tracking of project progress.
- Managed teams across multiple continents, and coordinated cross functional communication to support staffing and operational goals.
Front of House Manager
Red Lobster
11.2017 - 07.2023
- Managed recruitment, background checks, interviews, and training for front of house staff, ensuring alignment with company standards and regulatory requirements.
- Recruited for all staff positions after the Covid-19 epidemic; built an entire crew from management down to hourly staff for the grand opening of a restaurant.
- Utilized Ziprecruiter, Linkedin, Indeed, Glassdoor, Snagajob, SimplyHired, Handshake, and Monster for job recruitment posts.
- Implemented ATS customized for each position to aid with the onboarding process of candidates.
- Created and facilitated training programs to enhance employee performance and customer service excellence.
- Maintained meticulous personnel records and ensured compliance with labor laws and confidentiality requirements.
- Leveraged strong interpersonal skills to resolve employee issues, promote engagement, and drive retention efforts.
- Had the highest retention rate of any store in the region at 55 percent. The company as a whole had a turn over rate of 127.6% post Covid-19 epidemic.
- Oversaw scheduling, payroll processing, and HR documentation, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
- Facilitated communication between front of house and back of house teams, enhancing workflow and minimizing service delays through strategic coordination.
Office Manager
Cornell University
08.2013 - 08.2017
- Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient scheduling systems and optimizing daily workflow processes to enhance team productivity.
- Coordinated recruitment and onboarding processes, including I-9 verification, new hire paperwork, and records management.
- Developed and delivered training programs focused on employee relations, workplace compliance, and conflict resolution.
- Managed complex scheduling and logistics for events, meetings, and training sessions.
- Utilized workforce management programs such as Kronos.
- Maintained HR documentation and ensured compliance with regulatory standards and confidentiality practices.
- Coordinated cross departmental communications, ensuring seamless information flow and fostering collaboration among staff to achieve operational objectives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY06-2017
Skills
- Talent acquisition
- Team oriented approach
- Full cycle recruiting experience
- Effective multitasking and time management
- Task prioritization
- Proficient in Kronos
- Adaptable problem solver
- Attention to detail
- Proficient organizational skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Microsoft Expert
- Data and metrics analyzation skills
Certification
- Microsoft Office Specialist, Master Certification - 2020-2024
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Project Lead
Tempest Gaming
01.2023 - Current
Front of House Manager
Red Lobster
11.2017 - 07.2023
Office Manager
Cornell University
08.2013 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Cornell University
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