Business Partner Employee Relations
Resume:
LYNDA SOMMERVILLE
************@*****.***
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynda-sommerville-694378/
MAXIMIZING HUMAN RESOURCE PROGRAMS TO SUPPORT EVOLVING OBJECTIVES
Transforming Workplace Dynamics through Partnership and Strategic People Practices
Forward-thinking HR executive with record of achievements in leveraging strategic leadership and innovative HR solutions to navigate complex HR challenges, aligning people strategies with corporate objectives. Recognized for expertise in change management, workforce planning, and leadership development. Innately uplifting performance management, talent acquisition, and employee relations methodologies with a proven track record of enhancing compliance, retention, and satisfaction.
Competenciesncies
Global HR Strategy Development
Process Transformation
HR Metrics and Analytics
Employee Engagement
Diversity and Inclusion
Compensation and Benefits Administration
Succession and Retention Planning
Leadership Development
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Interior Logic Group Remote, MI 2023-2024
DIRECTOR-HUMAN RESOURCE – Strategic Business Partner
Pioneer strategies and policies in alignment with corporate directives, mandates, and market trends while enhancing workforce efficiency. Conducts detailed assessments of skill requisites, workforce configurations, and corporate objectives, devising tailored engagement tactics, recruitment methodologies, and performance enhancement strategies to bridge competency gaps and drive strategic outcomes.
Develops and nurtures strategic alliances with corporate leaders, as catalyst for organizational transformation, advocate for staff, and HR consultant for workforce exceeding 1k individuals.
RESULTS:
Executes predictive index productivity framework and optimized internal recruitment procedures, facilitating seamless integration of employee proficiencies with job requirements to bolster organizational productivity.
Cultivates partnerships with executives, boosting business metrics and fostering accelerated organizational expansion through collaborative HR initiatives and strategic interventions.
Increased overall engagement participation by 22% and boosted overall engagement score by 6% in less than 6 months by instituting engagement strategies.
Slashed turnover from 31% YOY to less than 3% YTD by utilizing HR data analytics and identifying $2.1M cost of turnover.
Kelly Services World Headquarters Troy, Michigan 2018 to 2023
DIRECTOR HUMAN RESOURCE – Strategic Business Partner - EDUCATION
Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations while maintaining consistency with company policies and procedures, mitigating legal risks, and fostering culture of integrity. Designed talent succession plans, fostering top performer identification, leading to enhanced career pathing, promotions and backfills. Facilitated workforce adjustments to align with business objectives and minimize disruption. Standardized group compensation structures to mitigate disparities, leading to enhancing employee satisfaction and resolving compensation inequities.
Optimized hiring processes and reduced time to hire by 20% by revamping hiring processes in collaboration with business leads and talent acquisition.
RESULTS:
Achieved 12% increase in employee engagement and 8% reduction in voluntary turnover over 3-year period by utilizing analytics to drive informed decision-making, fostering culture of accountability and high performance.
Advised and supported business leaders in executing global talent management strategies, driving organizational design, and leading change initiatives that steered employer branding through differentiation.
Aligned leadership and people strategies with business objectives that streamlined cross-functional collaboration and effective delivery of people processes and initiatives for 700+ personnel.
Implemented strategies for organizational improvement by conducting 152 investigations and providing trends reporting.
Enhanced operational efficiency and generated cost savings of $2M through strategic reorganizations.
Kelly Services World Headquarters Troy, Michigan 2011 to 2018
DIRECTOR-HUMAN RESOURCE OCG, INDUSTRIAL AND PROFESSIONAL- Manufacturing & Tech
Spearheaded workforce planning initiatives, enabling identification and onboarding of critical talent to meet future business needs. Provided consultation to managers on various HR matters spanning across recruitment, benefits, policies, and compliance. Facilitated talent review summits to identify and develop top talent, fostering organizational alignment and addressing talent gaps.
Captured $1.8 M annualized savings and increased productivity through reduction of 20 FTEs in support function and leveraging restructuring opportunities.
RESULTS:
Designed reward and recognition programs for a workforce of 1500 employees to promote growth and enhance employee satisfaction, contributing to positive organizational culture.
Achieved consistency in global workforce management and reduced business risk for over 500 employees through coaching corporate and field leaders on company's people strategy.
Partnered with business leaders to conduct employee investigations, providing actionable recommendations to address issues and improve organizational effectiveness while recommending adjustments to compensation / incentive plans.
Convergys Corporation Remote, Michigan 2007-2011
SENIOR EMPLOYEE RELATIONS MANAGER
Implemented employee relations framework, which significantly decreased grievances filed and streamlined resolution process.
Led administration and management of recruiting and all HR & employee relations functions for 500 on-site employees in contact center environment and 500 work-at-home agents across Canada and the US.
RESULT:
Overhauled conflict resolution procedures to decline unresolved disputes and foster harmonious work environment.
EDUCATION
MA, Interpersonal & Public Relation, Central Michigan University
BA, Psychology & Interpersonal & Public Communication, Central Michigan University
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