Chaitra E. LIGHTSEY
Greensboro,NC
Summary
Strategic and results-driven HR Business Partner with 5+ years of experience partnering with leadership to design and implement HR initiatives that attract, develop, and retain talent. Proven ability to coach senior leaders, manage organizational change, and lead HR projects to drive business success. SHRM-CP certified with a strong foundation in workforce development, employee engagement, and compliance.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HR Business Partner
Dart Container Corporation
11.2023 - Current
- Partner with business leaders to address workforce challenges, develop succession plans, and implement talent pipelines ensuring long-term organizational growth
- Coach senior leadership on HR strategies and employee relations to support business objectives and enhance organizational culture
- Lead HR projects using A3 methodology to measure efficiency and effectiveness of programs impacting employee engagement and retention
- Manage full employee lifecycle in partnership with Talent Acquisition, including onboarding, orientation, and career development planning
Assistant HR Generalist
ALTEN Technology
05.2021 - 04.2023
- Supported 400+ employees, providing expert guidance on HR policies, payroll, and benefits, acting as a trusted resource across the organization
- Led and managed an efficient and welcoming onboarding process for 10-20 new hires weekly including onboarding, pre-employment screenings, orientation, and new hire documentation.
- Collaborated with payroll administration to support bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
HR Administrator- Payroll Administration
Lincoln Financial Group
06.2017 - 08.2019
- Managed new employee payroll data entry updates for 20-25 employees weekly in compliance with predetermined company guidelines.
- Applied knowledge of regulations, employment law, and tax code to keep operations compliant with applicable standards.
- Responded to employee inquiries to provide information regarding payroll deductions and related issues.
- Coordinated with HR personnel to verify the accuracy and completeness of employee information.
HR Administrator- Shared Service Center
Lincoln Financial Group
10.2013 - 06.2017
- Managed employee data and privacy to keep employee data confidential per organizational privacy policies.
- Answered employee inquiries regarding health benefits and 401k options via phone, email, or case management application submission.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping by conducting regular audits of personnel files and HR databases.
- Served as a knowledgeable resource for all staff members regarding company policies, procedures, benefits, and other HR-related matters.
Skills
- HR Program & Project Management
- Benefits & Payroll Administration
- Strategic HR Partnership & Consulting
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Initiatives
- HR Metrics & Reporting
- Coaching & Leadership Development
- Change Management & Organizational Design
- Employee Engagement & Retention Strategies
Affiliations
Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)
Certification
SHRM-CP certification, completed June 2023
Timeline
HR Business Partner
Dart Container Corporation
11.2023 - Current
Assistant HR Generalist
ALTEN Technology
05.2021 - 04.2023
HR Administrator- Payroll Administration
Lincoln Financial Group
06.2017 - 08.2019
HR Administrator- Shared Service Center
Lincoln Financial Group
10.2013 - 06.2017