Strategic HR Leader

Allyssa Maison-Mirza, PHR, SHRM-CP

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STRATEGIC LEADER HR BUSINESS PARTNER TALENT MANAGEMENT EXPERT

Results-driven HR professional with extensive experience in aligning HR strategies with business goals to drive organizational effectiveness and growth. Expertise in talent management, employee relations, workforce planning, and leadership development across diverse, fast-paced environments. Data-driven approach to solving complex challenges and promoting continuous improvement.

Core Competencies

HR Strategy and Execution Employee Relations and Engagement Talent Acquisition and Retention

Workforce Planning & Succession Management Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Change Management

Performance Management Leadership Development and Coaching HR Policy and Compliance HRIS

Professional Experience

BLOOMINGDALE'S, New York, NY 2018 - 2025

Director of Selling Talent Development, 2022 – 2025

Partner with senior leadership to assess business needs and align talent strategies with operational goals, driving sales growth and organizational effectiveness across multiple store locations.

Lead talent management initiatives, focusing on workforce planning, performance optimization, and employee engagement to support a high-performing, customer-focused sales organization.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create development programs that enhance leadership capabilities and support long-term business growth.

Human Resources Director, 2019 – 2022

Directed full-cycle HR support for a workforce of over 1,000 employees, including executive-level coaching, employee relations, recruitment, and performance management.

Led talent acquisition strategies and workforce planning to ensure a strong talent pipeline for key leadership roles, resulting in improved retention and succession planning outcomes.

Spearheaded initiatives to enhance employee engagement and foster a positive workplace culture through targeted development programs and continuous feedback mechanisms.

Human Resources Manager – Employment Relations, 2018 – 2019

Managed complex employee relations cases, including investigations into workplace conflicts, harassment, and discrimination, ensuring compliance with labor laws and company policies.

Provided expert counsel to senior leaders on employment law, risk management, and HR best practices to mitigate legal exposure and maintain a positive employee experience.

HR CONSULTANT, Remote, 2017 – 2018

Delivered HR consulting services to growing retail businesses, focusing on talent acquisition, onboarding, compliance, and employee relations.

Designed and implemented recruiting strategies to meet the unique staffing needs of clients, providing actionable recommendations on talent management and compliance with employment laws.

LAKESHORE LEARNING MATERIALS, Scarsdale, NY 2014 – 2017

Retail General Manager

Built and led high-performing teams, driving operational success through talent development, training programs, and performance management.

Developed and executed succession planning strategies to ensure leadership continuity and support business growth.

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Education Certifications

Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business Management & Economics, Concentration in Human Resource Management

SUNY Empire State College

Master’s Certificate – Human Resource Management

Villanova University

PHR (Professional in Human Resources)

SHRM-CP (Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional)

Technical Skills

HRIS: SuccessFactors, Taleo, Oracle, Peoplesoft

MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

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