IRIS SOLER
Miami
Summary
HR professional with expertise in developing and implementing HR policies that align with business goals. Known for a strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, consistently adaptable to changing needs. Skills include talent acquisition, performance management, and employee engagement, paired with highly valued traits such as reliability and flexibility.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
HR Consultant
Aperio Group
05.2024 - Current
- Serve as an external HR Generalist for multiple clients, managing daily HR operations, including onboarding, recruiting, compliance, benefits administration, and employee relations.
- Partner with leadership teams to resolve complex employee issues, develop policies, and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Implement and maintain HRIS systems (e.g., Paylocity) to streamline processes, reduce manual paperwork, and improve data integrity.
- Conduct training sessions on onboarding, I-9 management, and HR system navigation to strengthen internal team capabilities.
- Support strategic initiatives such as performance management, workforce planning, and process improvement to align HR practices with business goals.
Talent and Admissions Coordinator (Seasonal)
Istituto Marangoni
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Evaluated applicant data and partnered with academic leadership to refine recruitment strategies, ensuring alignment with program requirements, marketing materials, and target candidate profiles.
- Coordinated guest speakers, industry professionals, and visiting designers for on-campus events, managing logistics and communication across multiple departments to support program visibility and student engagement.
- Enhanced the onboarding and retention experience for admitted students, serving as a reliable point of contact, guiding them through enrollment steps, and initial program integration.
Event Operations Coordinator
IKEA
06.2020 - 10.2023
- Transitioned from sales leadership into event operations, supporting high-demand company initiatives, and applying strong cross-departmental coordination skills.
- Sourced and negotiated with vendors, ensuring they met specific needs while staying within budget.
- Implemented industry trends and assessed market competition to identify new event offerings and partnership opportunities.
Sales Manager
IKEA
06.2018 - 06.2020
- Led and coached a sales team to exceed monthly targets, improving customer satisfaction, and driving consistent revenue growth.
- Analyzed sales trends and optimized floor strategies, strengthening upselling, cross-selling, and overall customer engagement.
- Managed daily operations and resolved escalated issues, ensuring smooth workflows, accurate reporting, and a high-quality customer experience.
Loss Prevention Leader
Ross Dress for Less
08.2015 - 06.2018
- Utilized LinkedIn to review and assess potential candidates.
- Interviewed and onboarded new Loss Prevention Agents.
- Monitored staff performance, and provided feedback to improve team effectiveness and compliance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business, Specialization in Human Resources
Capella University
Minneapolis, MNSkills
- HR Operations
- Employee Relations
- Talent Acquisition
- HR Compliance and Risk Management
- Cross-functional Collaboration
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
HR Consultant
Aperio Group
05.2024 - Current
Talent and Admissions Coordinator (Seasonal)
Istituto Marangoni
10.2023 - 05.2024
Event Operations Coordinator
IKEA
06.2020 - 10.2023
Sales Manager
IKEA
06.2018 - 06.2020
Loss Prevention Leader
Ross Dress for Less
08.2015 - 06.2018
Bachelor of Science - Business, Specialization in Human Resources
Capella University