Deanna Pandy

• Facilitated workshops of 40+ to gather ensuring job readiness and cultural awareness for careers in US.
• Leveraged industry-specific knowledge to ensure 90% of students transition successfully into healthcare careers
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to successfully deliver comprehensive solutions for career specific knowledge.

• Managed high level requisitions and coordinated full cycle recruitment for 50 to 60 specialized roles per year across Finance, Enterprise Sales, CPG Emerging Brands, Logistics, and Supply Chain.
• Developed and executed recruiting strategies that resulted in diverse, high caliber placements, directly supporting a high performing workforce and the company’s people strategy.
• Conducted recruiter phone screens, assessed candidates, and maintained relationships through the entire recruitment and onboarding process.
• Generated strong candidate pipelines using Boolean searches and strategic job postings on LinkedIn, Indeed, HireEZ, and Workday, optimizing job postings for visibility and quality.
• Collaborated closely with hiring managers to align role requirements, interview processes, and selection decisions, reinforcing a consistent and fair hiring experience.
• Contributed to DEI efforts by prioritizing diverse talent sourcing and inclusive hiring practices.

• Coordinated and supported the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, development, and offboarding for a growing, technology driven creative agency.
• Implemented the HRIS and payroll platform Rippling, ensuring accurate and confidential employee records, streamlined employment processing, and data integrity between HR and finance systems.
• Administered compensation and benefits programs, including initial health benefits rollout, leave tracking, and day to day employee inquiries, in alignment with company objectives and budget.
• Managed employee relations as a trusted advisor to leadership and staff, supporting fair and consistent resolution of issues and reinforcing a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
• Ensured compliance with employment laws and internal company policies by maintaining accurate documentation, monitoring changes, and advising leadership on HR compliance requirements.
• Supported performance management and development processes by organizing feedback mechanisms, helping managers set expectations, and coaching employees on communication and workplace success.
• Partnered cross-functionally with Recruiting, Payroll/Accounting, and Finance to coordinate onboarding, offboarding, and staffing plans, aligning people operations with business needs.
• Led HR projects and process improvements, such as organizing Google Workspace and Slack administration, optimizing workflows, and contributing to internal budget and basic business analysis.
• Provided general office and operational support as needed, including coordinating tools, access, and vendor-related logistics to keep daily operations running smoothly.

Developed 20+ individualized lesson plans based on learner proficiency and goals, using empathy, cultural awareness, and clear communication to build trust and engagement.

• Designed and delivered tailored lesson plans and learning materials for adult learners, strengthening communication, coaching, and training skills that translate to HR development programs.
• Created a supportive, inclusive classroom environment, encouraged participation, and adapted instruction to diverse learning styles.

• Managed and monitored 50 plus student accounts per academic year, maintaining accurate records in the institutional database and ensuring compliance with admissions requirements.
• Conducted interviews with prospective students, evaluated qualifications and goals, and guided candidates through the full admissions lifecycle from inquiry to enrollment.
• Responded to high volumes of inquiries by phone and email, clarified program expectations, outcomes, and financial considerations, and promoted the school’s culture and resources.

• Delivered English and literature instruction in multicultural settings, developed assessments, and maintained student records, building strong communication, coaching, and conflict resolution skills.