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Amber Drayton

Brooklyn,NY

Summary

Experienced Remote Talent Acquisition Manager devises strategy and recruitment processes to execute sourcing and recruiting campaigns. Finds and screens candidates and develops corporate policy for talent bench-marking, talent assessment and interviewing policies. Develops and leads strategic initiatives to recruit and select high caliber, professional and diverse workforce that identifies with business culture.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Talent Acquisition Manager

The Skin Cancer Foundation
07.2021 - Current
  • Cooperated with company leaders in change management and talent solutions to gain competitive edge in job market.
  • Established consistent language and methodology for talent discussions, development, and succession.
  • Negotiated contracts and managed budget for recruiting expenses.
  • Created and drove talent acquisition and job placement strategies to attract diverse candidates.
  • Analyzed recruiting metrics to share reports and recommendations with stakeholders.
  • Identified and created recruitment and administrative performance metrics and data to analyze trends, drive change, and assess progress.
  • Optimized sourcing networks and used proactive methods to direct source candidates.
  • Completed talent acquisition and management for internal and external placements.
  • Created effective talent acquisition training materials that supported culture and performance objectives.
  • Utilized compliance tools, corrective actions and identification of deficiencies to mitigate audit risks.
  • Maintained current knowledge of industry regulations and legislation to amend policies and promote compliance.
  • Structured compensation and benefits according to market conditions and budget demands.
  • Instructed senior leaders on appropriate employee corrective steps.
  • Created and implemented forward-thinking initiatives to improve employee engagement.
  • Fostered positive work environment through comprehensive employee relations program.

Senior Talent Acquisition Manager

The Dermatology Specialists
05.2017 - 07.2021
  • Identified and created recruitment and administrative performance metrics and data to analyze trends, drive change, and assess progress.
  • Created effective talent acquisition training materials that supported culture and performance objectives.
  • Negotiated contracts and managed budget for recruiting expenses.
  • Completed talent acquisition and management for 1000+ internal placements.
  • Created and drove talent acquisition and job placement strategies to attract diverse candidates.
  • Conducted compensation conversations with human resources and hiring managers to foster internal and external equity.
  • Promoted increased focus on internal talent mobility and emerging talent across organization.
  • Optimized sourcing networks and used proactive methods to direct source candidates.
  • Facilitated successful policy implementation and enforcement to maintain legal and operational compliance.
  • Analyzed recruiting metrics to share reports and recommendations with stakeholders.
  • Liaised between multiple business divisions to improve communications.
  • Distributed employee engagement surveys to identify areas of improvement.
  • Discovered and resolved complex employee issues that affected management and business decisions.

Human Resources Manager

The Brooklyn Eye Center
04.2014 - 05.2017
  • Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires, bolstering employee job position knowledge and skillset.
  • Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
  • Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations and diminished financial discrepancies through expert program management.
  • Organized and led staff orientation programs and training to promote collaboration.
  • Monitored and handled employee claims involving performance-based and harassment incidents.
  • Motivated employees through special events, incentive programs, and constructive feedback.
  • Implemented performance reviews and motivational strategies to elevate HR team results.
  • Maintained human resources regulatory compliance with local, state and federal laws.
  • Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations, minimizing financial discrepancies through detailed program management.
  • Used technologically relevant digital systems to manage payroll and benefits programs.
  • Coordinated employee grievances and disputes in timely and professional manner by finding constructive solutions.
  • Processed employee claims involving performance issues and harassment.
  • Fostered positive work environment through comprehensive employee relations program.
  • Coordinated technical training and personal development classes for staff members.
  • Collaborated with legal and compliance teams to review paperwork, obtain feedback, and procure available information for new training processes.
  • Instructed senior leaders on appropriate employee corrective steps.
  • Worked with managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes.
  • Maintained current knowledge of industry regulations and legislation to amend policies and promote compliance.
  • Recruited top talent to maximize profitability.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Human Resources Management

Mercy College
New York, NY

Bachelor of Science - Paralegal Studies

Suffolk County Community College
Selden, NY

Skills

  • Talent Management
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Candidate Tracking
  • Candidate Pipeline Management
  • Salary and Benefits Negotiations
  • Work Authorizations
  • Recruitment
  • Compensation Analysis
  • Payroll Management
  • Compliance
  • Employment Record Verification
  • Employee Development
  • Organizational Development
  • Confidential Document Control
  • Employee Relations
  • Benefits Administration
  • Management Support
  • Budget Administration
  • Employee Handbook Development
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Dispute Mediation
  • Succession Planning
  • ADP Workforce Now
  • Human Resources Operations
  • Exit Interviews and Processes
  • Unemployment Claims
  • Health and Safety Programs
  • Hiring and Onboarding

Certification

  • SHRM-CP - SHRM Certified Professional

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

Talent Acquisition Manager

The Skin Cancer Foundation
07.2021 - Current

Senior Talent Acquisition Manager

The Dermatology Specialists
05.2017 - 07.2021

Human Resources Manager

The Brooklyn Eye Center
04.2014 - 05.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Human Resources Management

Mercy College

Bachelor of Science - Paralegal Studies

Suffolk County Community College
Amber Drayton