Talent Acquisition Human Resources

Melike Bekmez

Clifton, NJ 201-***-**** ********@*****.*** www.linkedin.com/in/melikebekmez

EDUCATION

Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick, NJ BA in Human Resource Management (3.2 GPA) Completion: May 2025 Minor: Korean

• Coursework: Organizational Behavior Mgmt, Talent Acquisition, Diversity and Inclusion, Career Management

• Activities: President of Turkish Cultural and Networking Club, Society for Human Resources Management PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Pioneer Academy Wayne, NJ

Alumni Associate November 2024 – Present

• Supported goal setting and identified growth opportunities to enhance alumni association programs and initiatives

• Fostered relationships through personalized outreach, promoting mentorship, volunteerism, and philanthropy within the alumni network

• Organized alumni-focused events, managing logistics, promotions, and post-event evaluations to strengthen community engagement

• Managed alumni communications, including newsletters, social media, and website updates, ensuring consistent and engaging messaging

• Partnered with alumni leaders and internal teams to highlight achievements, share updates, and boost alumni involvement opportunities

SB Law Firm Somerset, NJ

Legal Assistant May 2022 – November 2024

• Maintained confidentiality of client information and exercised discretion in handling sensitive materials

• Proofread and edited legal documents for accuracy, consistency, and adherence to court rules and legal standards

• Assisted with scheduling and coordinating closings, hearings, and other meetings, including communicating with clients and opposing counsel as necessary

• Provided administrative support to attorneys, such as answering phones, scheduling appointments, and managing calendars

• Drafted legal documents and correspondence, such as pleadings, briefs, contracts, and letters, under the supervision of attorneys and paralegals

Rutgers University- New Brunswick New Brunswick, NJ Library Assistant September 2021 – May 2022

• Provided high-quality customer service to library patrons, assisting with circulation, reference, and other library services in person, over the phone, and via email

• Collaborated with other library staff to ensure smooth workflow and communication within the library

• Conducted regular inventory checks of library collections, ensuring that materials are accounted for and in good condition

• Assisted the strategy & process management team in identifying business opportunities and process improvements across the different business areas in the company

• Participated in training and professional development opportunities to improve skills and stay up to date on best practices in library services

SKILLS

Communication, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Fluent in English & Turkish, High Intermediate in Korean, Time Management, Problem Solving, Leadership, Detail-Oriented, Collaboration, Customer Service

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