Administrative/Human Resources

Samyea Raja

*** ******* ****** **. *********, CA 94534 707-***-**** ************@*****.***

EDUCATION

University of California - Berkeley, Berkeley, CA Graduated May 2018

Bachelor of Arts, Political Science with a concentration in International Relations and American Law

Courses: Empirical Analysis and Quantitative Methods, Campaign Strategy and Media, Cross-Cultural Communications, Political Theory, Constitutional Law, Public Problems, Microeconomics, Financial Accounting, Conflict Resolution

Pepperdine University – Malibu, CA (Online Part-Time Master’s Program) April 2019 – Present

Master of Science, Human Resources

WORK EXPERIENCE

Recruiter, Aerotek, Alameda, CA February 2019 – Present

Developed and executed full-cycle recruiting plans, ensuring to abide by the Aerotek PFDC process from sourcing to screening, selecting, and overseeing candidates through their transition into their new role

Supported customer service team by providing accurate paperwork and documentation of new employees as well as provided excellent customer service to both clients and contractors, serving as a point of contact by e-mail and phone

Creatively sourced high-caliber candidates by leveraging an array of recruiting software, referrals, and social media platforms

Conducted interviews with 10+ candidates a week and averaged a high-call volume of 250+ calls a week

Accurately interpreted and followed HR rules and regulations throughout the recruiting cycle and on-boarding process

Valued for being a versatile support and fast-learner among peers and managers

Senior Stylist, Stitch Fix, San Francisco, CA May 2018 – February 2019

Consulted 75+ clients a week and curated personalized “Fixes” to cater to their preferences

Consistently recognized for delivering quality results and maintaining metrics above the team’s average by increasing KR by 20%

Effectively communicated with cross-company teams to resolve software and inventory issues in a prompt and timely manner to optimize styling experience company-wide

Provided strong attention to detail and consistent delivery of the highest quality of results by tailoring “Fixes” to match preferences to hundreds of clients on a monthly basis through communication and organization

Collaborated with team lead to devise strategies to increase the team’s KR and return rate

Stylist, Stitch Fix, San Francisco, CA June 2016 – May 2018

Consulted 50 clients a week and curated personalized “Fixes” to cater to their preferences

Consistently delivered above satisfactory results, maintained keep rate on a monthly basis team-wide both during the on-boarding period which lasted three months and during the months that followed as a general stylist

Provided a strong attention to detail and consistent delivery of results to hundreds of clients on a weekly basis

Human Resources Generalist, Circle R Food Mart Inc., Benicia, CA May 2016 – Present

Assisted with the onboarding of new hires at my family’s business which included training and overcoming the language barrier by effectively communicating in Urdu and Hindi

Provided HR leadership during a period of rapid growth with a 15% increase in annual revenues and currently supporting efforts to increase productivity and customer satisfaction

Introduced a metrics-based performance management system with an emphasis on results and spearheaded employee recognition and awards programs as well as initiated successful workforce planning, implementing workers compensation programs, employee involvement, job realignment, and team-building projects

Maintained knowledge of new and existing regulations, court law and court decisions related to claims handling procedures

Sales Associate, Victoria’s Secret, Fairfield, CA September 2014 – March 2016

Marketed the Angel Card, the company’s credit card, to customers on a daily basis and consistently met weekly account goals of 4 per shift

Collaborated with management and sales team to devise strategies to ensure customer satisfaction and increase rate of return

Assisted floor team with organizing the store to ensure high-quality merchandising, presenting items in an aesthetic and appealing manner

CAMPUS EXPERIENCE

Co-founder, Marketing Director and Recruiter, Cal Lawyers Without Borders, Berkeley, CA January 2017-December 2017

Co-founded the first Lawyers Without Borders Student Chapter in the United States by collaborating with the headquarters located in the United Kingdom and created a business plan to organize the club, which, included the formation of 4 leadership roles, 10 internship roles, and general membership opportunities

Recruited new members through on-campus tabling and marketed the organization through Facebook advertisements that targeted UC Berkeley students and grew the organization from zero to 45 members over the course of a year

Organized a total of 26 speaker sessions across UC Berkeley that included professional speakers from local law firms that attracted a crowd of 50+ every time

Hosted small group advising sessions by inviting current law students from UC Berkeley’s Boalt School of Law to guide pre-law students on the law school application process

Mentor, Starting Point, Berkeley, CA January 2017-December 2017

Organized one-on-one meetings with prospective students which included personal statement and application revision

Consistently and effectively communicated with 20 mentees through e-mail and bi-weekly meetings

Maintained connected with mentees and advised them through the University’s application process

SKILLS & INTERESTS

Languages: English, Urdu, Hindi Skills: Microsoft Office, Google Office Suite, Project Management, Recruiting, Conceptualizing and Implementing Projects, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Customer Service Interests: Entrepreneurship, Christian Louboutin, Gucci, Weight Lifting, The Great British Baking Show

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