HR Manager
Resume:
Isha Youngah
adocns@r.postjobfree.com
Personal Statement:
I, Isha, am a particularly keen individual regarding my studies and employment. Over the past few years, I have done all that I can to achieve the qualifications and work experience needed to fulfil a bright future within the human resources field. Today, I am still on the hunt for my employment victory. I consider myself to be a calm, dependable and considerate person. I am known for having a positive attitude and wanting to aid others. Additionally, I am flexible, consistent, and I always ensure that I am working to the best of my ability. I would appreciate the opportunity to learn new abilities where & when I can, and I am willing to face new challenges.
Key Attributes:
Extremely positive attitude towards work,
Eager to learn new skills and undertake additional training,
Hard-working, selfless, and flexible,
Can work effectively in a fast pace environment,
Always uses initiative when engaging in tasks,
Strong organisation skills,
Excellent team member,
Can be supportive when required &
Able to stay driven and focused to achieve targets.
Education & Qualifications:
University of Bedfordshire
England, United Kingdom
Study focuses:
(BA) in Television Production (September 2012-2015)
(MASTER’S/MSC) in International Human Resource Management (September 2019-2020)
Croydon College
(September 2010 – June 2012)
England, United Kingdom
Study focus:
BTEC in Multimedia & Photography
Harris Academy
(September 2005 – June 2010)
London, United Kingdom
[Achieved numerous GCSEs, all graded A*s-Cs]
Employment & Work Experience:
HR Manager for National Emergency Medical Service (NEMS)
(February 2021- Present) Sierra Leone
Responsibilities:
1.Managing company staff, including coordinating and supporting the recruitment process
2.Onboarding newcomers to the company
3.Determining suitable salaries and remuneration
4.Providing the necessary support systems for payroll requirements
5.Developing adequate induction and training
6.Supporting employee opportunities for professional development
7.Managing succession planning of staff
8.Assisting with the performance management and review process
As an HR Manager my duties were to support the business to deliver people-related processes, vision and strategy across the company, aligned with the law. I also support other colleagues within the business to resolve challenging issues related to the employment and dismissal of staff. I provided support for the company’s employees with challenges that relate to their welfare and employment with NEMS. As the HR managers for NEMS I was tasked with providing clear direction, guidance and responsible for helping generate a positive and encouraging working environment. The core HRM functions include resourcing and talent management, learning, training and development, reward and performance management, employee relations, employee welfare, remuneration and benefits, and employee engagement
HR Advisor for Office Shoes
(July 2019- December 2020) England, United Kingdom
Responsibilities:
1.Negotiating terms and conditions of employment with staff,
2.Providing advice and playing a major role in work reviews and change processes,
3.Assisting with and developing recruitment campaigns,
4.Co-ordinating the appointment process for successful applicants,
5.Reviewing and updating job descriptions,
6.Monitoring key recruitment metrics, such as turnover and retention,
7.Dealing with various human resource queries throughout the business,
8.Advising managers on recruitment and selection strategies, 9. Using HR information systems to access, input and compile data &
9. Identifying development needs.
During my time at Office Shoes working within their HR team, I find myself providing interviewing tips to hiring managers, researching performance evaluation methods, and designing company policies. I also advise both employers and clients on the recruitment of new staff and retention of existing employees. Fortunately, I am tasked with researching and recommending performance evaluation methods (e.g. employee appraisal systems). Monitoring, reviewing, and updating all human resource policies and ensuring these are in line with current legislation is another few of my many responsibilities within my position. As well as supporting the human resource manager with various capability investigations, including grievance and disciplinary, I additionally drive the business performance in relation to the organisation’s objectives and assist in organising employer branding initiatives. I thoroughly appreciate and enjoy my job as I am learning everyday as well as showcasing my skills.
Legal Administrative Assistant at Gelbergs LLP
(June 2018 – July 2019) England, United Kingdom Duties:
1.Organising files to meet standards of the company,
2.Preparing PowerPoint slides to present to various members of staff/clients,
3.Preparing legal documents,
4.Helping lawyers prepare for hearings, trials, and corporate meetings,
5.Providing administrative assistance to the Family and Litigation Department,
1.Opening new matters on the case management system,
2.Ensuring diary management including arranging and coordinating meetings,
3.Drafting cover letters to counsel,
4.Arranging meetings, conference calls, video conferences and events &
5.Sustaining accurate and regular maintenance of filing systems.
My responsibilities included providing administrative support to ensure efficient operation for the office. I supported senior partners and employees through a variety of tasks related to organization and communication. Furthermore, I was held accountable for confidential and time sensitive material which improved my professionalism. Additionally, I would arrange photocopying and scanning, archiving hard copies and electronic, managing in-house calendars & typing from dictation. Similarly, I also completed general ad-hoc administration duties. I believe that my time at Gelbergs LLP has aided in my growth a professional and I will continue to use the skills learnt here in all my future employment positions.
HR Assistant at William Hill
(March 2017 – June 2018)
England, United Kingdom
Entails:
1.Setting up a designated log-in for employees,
2.Scheduling job interviews and assisting in interviewing process,
3.Assisting our recruiters to source candidates and update our database,
4.Preparing new employee files,
5.Dealing with employee requests regarding human resources issues, rules, and regulations,
6.Informing employees about their benefits,
7.Serving as a point person for all new employee questions &
8.Assisting with training and business development.
For this role, I was able to work autonomously and assist in more complex HR duties, like posting job ads, handling grievances, and contacting candidates for interviews. I was also able to assist human resource managers in interviewing candidates and assessment day. I paid attention to detail as I was required to carefully input relevant data into various databases. Following this, I spent time researching, analysing, and presenting material clearly and concisely. I presented excellent IT skills through using specific databases, booking meeting rooms, accommodation, and food preparations for guests. I was responsible for visitor’s book to be singed in and out by guests and staffs, it was imperative that this was done correctly to secure the safety of all those within the premises. Working as a human resource assistant for William Hill was a terrific experience that I will cherish. I was able to expand my abilities and complete tasks to a high standard that was approved by all my superiors.
HR Assistant for Topshop
(February 2013 – March 2017)
England, United Kingdom
Consists of:
1.Processing appropriate paperwork accurately,
2.Contacting references and performing background checks,
3.Resolving issues between management and employees,
4.Conducting new employee orientations,
5.Hiring or referring qualified candidates,
6.Informing applicants about job details such as benefits and conditions,
7.Consulting with employers to identify needs and preferred qualifications,
8.Interviewing applicants about their experience, education, and skills,
9.Advising managers on policies like equal employment opportunity and sexual harassment,
10.Documenting grievances, terminations, absences &
11.Handling performance reports, and benefits information.
My duties included helping with the administration of the day-to-day operations e.g. handling employee relations, payroll, benefits, training, and development. Also, I was involved in contacting references and following up with candidates about their application progress. To conclude, I continuously assisted with the recruiting for store management positions which took resilience and patience.
HR Administrative Assistant (Internship) at American Apparel
(October 2012 – January 2013)
England, United Kingdom
Responsibilities:
1.Processing incoming mail appropriately,
2.Setting appointments and arranging meetings,
3.Creating and distributing documents,
4.Answering employee questions accurately,
5.Maintaining calendars of human resource management team & 6. Compiling reports and spreadsheets and preparing spreadsheets.
As a human resource assistant, I was involved in, training new employees. Typical tasks include posting job openings, gathering information on new applicants, contacting references, and informing employees of their hiring status. Also, I was often responsible for handling everything from scheduling office events to handling travel arrangements for company expenses. This internship was an exceptional experience and kick-started my appreciation for working within the human resources field.
Hobbies & Interests:
I am creative person and I have an interest in fashion, and textiles. My adoration for fashion partly stems from my appreciation of aesthetics. I am a visual person and when I am surrounded by what I perceive to be beautiful designs, this makes me happier. Fashion, in my opinion is also a source of selfesteem as wearing the clothing you love can boost your confidence. Lastly, fashion can be perceived as a creative outlet. Creating outfits can be an art form as well as a productive hobby as it is therapeutic, knowledgeable & entertaining. Other than fashion, I also enjoy travelling and seeing different parts of the world and this is because I can experience new cultures through their cuisine, architecture and music which is exciting and enjoyable. Furthermore, I appreciate outdoor activities and have recently joined a group of ladies who usually go out for activities at the local common. Last of all, I do spend some of my time educating myself by reading books, watching documentaries & watching the news.
References:
References are available upon request.
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