Human Resources Management
Resume:
Lauren Estill
***********@*****.***
www.linkedin.com/pub/lauren-vannucci-estill/3/327/657
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
A highly professional senior recruiter with 15 years of Human Resources and Recruiting experience, with one year dedicated virtual/contract recruiting. I have experience recruiting within a variety of corporations and disciplines and have the ability to develop long term relationships with hiring managers while building a network of candidates. I am a results oriented individual with a proven track record of success working not only in corporate and agency environments, but also as a virtual recruiter with Fortune 500 companies. I have an exceptional ability to understand business needs, and build rapport with hiring managers, candidates and employees at all levels. Proven ability to source, select and secure candidates for multiple, concurrent positions.
EXPERIENCE:
Independent Contract Recruiter, Virtual
January 2015 to Present
•Partners with third party recruiting firms and personal clients to source passive and active candidates for multiple industries to include manufacturing, retail, non-profit, professional services and civil engineering.
Marietta Corporation - Olive Branch, MS (Acquired by KIK in January, position eliminated
Corporate Recruiter April 2013 to March 2015
•Partners with hiring managers and senior leaders to recruit passive and active candidates for Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Accounting, Sales and Sourcing/Procurement for Mississippi, California, New York and Chicago. Reduced 3rd party vendor costs by filling 97% of openings without firms.
•Reviews resumes, recommends qualified candidates to hiring managers, interviews select candidates, prepares and presents offers and initiates and reviews background screens.
•Utilizes various job boards, career databases, professional and social networking sites to source and network with candidates.
•Builds effective relationships with hiring managers and candidates through consistent communication throughout the hiring process.
•Developed and implemented a corporate Recruiting policy for all Exempt positions.
•Assisted in the development and implementation of a Company Base Pay system.
•Engages with Hiring Managers to ensure accuracy and completeness of all Exempt and Non-Exempt job descriptions.
•Manage the implementation and administration of online performance reviews for Non-Exempt employees.
•Manage the implementation and administration of the Luceo applicant tracking system
Regions Financial Corporation – Memphis, TN
Recruiter December 2012 to March 2013
•Partnered with hiring managers and senior leaders by managing the recruiting process for Consumer Banking and various line of business positions including sourcing, interviewing, recommending qualified candidates to hiring managers, initiating and reviewing background screenings, presenting offers to candidates and new hire orientation.
•Built and maintained strong relationships with hiring managers by assessing needs and consistent communication throughout the recruiting process.
•Coached hiring managers on effective interview techniques to ensure selection of the highest quality candidates.
•Actively recruited passive candidates through social media and effectively marketed Regions as an employer of choice.
•Participated in university job fairs to recruit recent graduates and maintain a pipeline of talent.
•Maintained Taleo applicant tracking system to manage applicant flow, EEO compliance and tracked all recruiting activity on a weekly basis.
Wright Investment Properties – Memphis, TN Provider of third-party management to hotels.
Human Resources Director July 2011 to December 2012
•Managed the human resources efforts for a 1500-person organization.
•Advised General Managers and executives of applicable state and federal employment laws, and provided employee relations counsel. Conducted investigations including sexual harassment, discrimination and ethics issues.
•Developed and administered company benefit programs including compliance with HIPAA, COBRA, IRS and ERISA guidelines. Managed and facilitated open enrollment process for hotels and corporate headquarters. Transitioned the company to on-line benefit enrollment system.
•Managed recruitment and selection for hotel General Management positions and all positions at the Corporate level.
•Developed and maintained new employee handbook, and developed policies and procedures beneficial to the organization.
Shelby Systems, Inc. – Memphis, TN Provider of church management software solutions.
Human Resources Generalist November 2006 to July 2011
•Developed and administered human resources plans, policies and procedures.
•Advised management in the resolution of employee relations issues.
•Developed a formal base pay system, developed job descriptions, analyzed compensation and monitored performance evaluation program.
•Organized Company events and activities to include annual open enrollment and employee engagement activities.
•Performed benefits administration to include claims resolution, annual re-evaluation of policies for cost effectiveness, and communicating benefit information to employees. Spear-headed the selection of a new benefits broker which resulted in a $15,000 cost savings.
•Managed recruitment for all positions utilizing Internet, network, employee referrals and social media.
Cleo Inc. – Memphis, TN Manufacturer of seasonal gift-wrap, bags, and tissue.
Supervisor, Employment and Communications January 2001 to 2004, May 2005 to November 2006
•Oversaw all recruitment and selection activities for professional, clerical, and production positions. Reduced turnover in the manufacturing area by 30 percent utilizing alternative recruitment and screening methods.
•Coordinated all Company-sponsored special events.
•Coordinated and conducted all new-hire orientations.
•Prepared and evaluated job analysis questionnaires and developed job descriptions.
•Monitored the performance evaluation process and assisted in the development of evaluation systems that decreased rater subjectivity and eliminated multiple review forms.
•Developed materials for and facilitated harassment prevention, diversity and other employment-related training. Conducted training needs analysis and provided feedback and recommendations to senior management.
•Developed on-boarding program to assist associates in transitioning to their new role.
Accredo Health – Memphis, TN Distributor of biotech pharmaceuticals
Recruiter June 2004 to May 2005
•Oversaw the recruitment, interviewing and selection of professional employees in the IT department; significantly improved the relationship between Human Resources and IT. Also assisted in the recruitment process for the Reimbursement, Legal, Marketing and Facilities departments.
•Participated in on campus recruiting and career fairs for Pharmacy, Reimbursement and IT Departments.
•Resolved all employee relations issues for IT.
•Participated in the analysis of employee survey results. Provided results to senior IT management and made recommendations for improvement.
•Assisted in large-scale compensation project to re-evaluate and recommend improvements in IT positions, job descriptions, salary structures and career paths.
Southwest Tennessee Community College – Memphis, TN
Adjunct Faculty May 2000 – May 2007
•Organized and prepared course materials for undergraduate Human Resources, Marketing and Management courses
•Design, administer and grade examinations, case studies and papers
•Provide students with academic and professional guidance
EDUCATION:
CHRISTIAN BROTHERS UNIVERSITY - Memphis, TN
Bachelor of Science, Marketing
Masters in Business Administration
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS:
Society of Human Resources Management, Co-VP Programs for SHRM-Memphis for
2006-2007, Southwest Tennessee Community College Business Administration Advisory
Council.
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