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Cherie Taylor

Naperville,IL

Summary

Strategically minded HR professional with a demonstrated ability to drive results, manage complex projects, and excel in analytics and reporting. Proven track record of progressive success within the auto finance and business solutions sectors.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Colleague Resources Business Partner

Sedgwick
05.2016 - 02.2024
  • Aligned HR strategies with organizational goals, yielding measurable results.
  • Cultivated strong stakeholder relationships for strategic alignment.
  • Optimized team performance through continuous feedback and coaching.
  • Enhanced communication, proactively addressing concerns and fostering transparency.
  • Improved productivity by addressing skill gaps through targeted coaching and training.
  • Streamlined colleague retention, significantly reducing turnover for stability.
  • Revamped onboarding for seamless new hire integration and enhanced overall experience.
  • Evaluated HR interventions through data analysis, adapting strategies for optimal responsiveness.
  • Conducted Glint surveys and focus groups to gauge engagement, informing ongoing workplace improvements.
  • Strategic HR business partner for 1800 colleagues, utilizing Workday HCM.
  • Provided leadership and coaching in talent management, compensation, colleague retention, and more.
  • Established collaborative partnerships with leadership and HR Centers of Excellence, proactively addressing issues for enhanced productivity.
  • Developed succession planning initiatives, ensuring smooth leadership transitions within the organization.

Human Resources Manager

Ally Financial (Motors Insurance Group)
06.2014 - 08.2015
  • Managed HR for 150 staff across multiple locations.
  • Served as a liaison, offering guidance and resolving work-related concerns.
  • Enhanced employee retention with effective talent management and fostering a positive work environment.
  • Developed succession planning initiatives to ensure smooth leadership transitions within the organization.

Human Resources Manager

Ally Financial (Central Regional Business Center)
04.2009 - 05.2014
  • Managed HR for 125 staff in Orland Park, IL, and sales executives across the Midwest.
  • Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal laws.
  • Improved team workflows and job satisfaction through effective communication coordination.

Human Resources Manager

Ally Financial (Nuvell)
07.2008 - 03.2009
  • Led HR operations for Nuvell staff across various locations, ensuring cohesive and effective management.
  • Effectively supervised one direct report to achieve optimal performance and team success.
  • Collaborated with executive leadership to align HR initiatives with overall business goals and objectives.
  • Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Human Resources Management

University of Saint Thomas
St. Paul, MN

Master of Science - Management

Cardinal Stritch University
Edina, MN

Skills

  • Data analysis
  • Talent Management
  • Leadership and Coaching
  • Proficient in Workday HCM
  • Collaboration
  • Business Acumen
  • Communication Skills

Professional Affiliations

Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM)

Timeline

Senior Colleague Resources Business Partner

Sedgwick
05.2016 - 02.2024

Human Resources Manager

Ally Financial (Motors Insurance Group)
06.2014 - 08.2015

Human Resources Manager

Ally Financial (Central Regional Business Center)
04.2009 - 05.2014

Human Resources Manager

Ally Financial (Nuvell)
07.2008 - 03.2009

Bachelor of Arts - Human Resources Management

University of Saint Thomas

Master of Science - Management

Cardinal Stritch University
Cherie Taylor