Talent Acquisition Human Resources

Tessa Thompson

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Madison, USA

Human Resources Generalist

Strategic HR professional with 10+ years of experience driving operational efficiency, enhancing employee satisfaction, and aligning HR strategies with business objectives. Proven expertise in HR metrics consulting, talent acquisition, conflict resolution, and diversity & inclusion initiatives. Adept at fostering a collaborative work culture and optimizing HR processes. Core Competencies

● Employee Relations & Engagement

● Talent Acquisition & Recruitment

● HR Policy Development

● Compensation & Benefits Administration

● Performance Management

● Compliance & Labor Law

● Training & Development

● HRIS & Payroll Administration

● Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)

● Organizational Learning & Development

● Leadership Development

● Strategic Communication & Team Building

Professional Experience

Human Resources Generalist Consultant

PRIMUS Business Management – Madison, USA Mar 2023 – Jan 2025

● Designed and implemented HR policies, improving operational efficiency and employee satisfaction.

● Administered multi-state payroll and benefits, ensuring 100% compliance with labor regulations.

● Conducted HR audits, recommending corrective actions that enhanced accuracy and regulatory adherence.

● Fostered a collaborative work environment, improving employee relations and engagement.

Project Manager

ICONMA – Madison, USA Mar 2022 – Mar 2023

● Led cross-functional teams, improving project efficiency and client satisfaction.

● Streamlined workflows, reducing project completion times by 20%.

● Implemented risk management strategies, minimizing delays and cost overruns.

● Managed project lifecycles, ensuring timely, budget-conscious, and high-quality deliverables.

Interim Human Resources Manager

Levi Strauss & Co. – Madison, USA Aug 2021 – Feb 2022

● Optimized recruitment processes, reducing time-to-hire by 12% and improving team efficiency.

● Developed employee engagement initiatives, boosting satisfaction scores by 15%.

● Enhanced HR operations, cutting administrative costs and streamlining workflows.

● Resolved complex employee relations issues, fostering a positive workplace culture. Senior Human Resources Generalist

Levi Strauss & Co. – Madison, USA Dec 2019 – Aug 2021

● Led recruitment efforts, decreasing time-to-hire by 45% while improving candidate quality.

● Implemented employee engagement programs, increasing satisfaction and retention.

● Facilitated conflict resolution, enhancing team collaboration and productivity. Talent Acquisition Specialist

Continuum Global Solutions – Madison, USA May 2019 – Nov 2019

● Sourced and screened candidates, successfully filling 75+ positions in six months.

● Streamlined recruitment processes, cutting time-to-hire by 20%.

● Partnered with hiring managers to align talent acquisition with workforce planning. Employee Relations Specialist

Nissan Motor Corporation – Madison, USA Oct 2016 – Mar 2019

● Led employee relations initiatives, reducing workplace grievances by 40%.

● Developed policies that improved morale and increased employee satisfaction.

● Conducted conflict resolution training for managers, fostering team cohesion.

● Analyzed feedback to reduce turnover by 25%, strengthening workforce stability. Education & Certifications

Master of Business Administration (MBA) – Jones International University 2009 – 2012 Business/Corporate Communications

Bachelor of Science (BS) – Mississippi College 2001 – 2005 Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication Technical Skills

● ADP Payroll Gusto BambooHR HRIS Systems

● Emotional Intelligence in Leadership

● DEI Initiative Implementation

● Workplace Safety Compliance

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