Kathleen Dutton
Corona,CA
Summary
Experienced Human Resource leader with a proven track record of success as a strategic architect of HR vision, aligning people strategies with business goals and partnering with executive teams to identify challenges and opportunities within the people function and navigate growth journeys to foster inclusive, high-performance cultures. As a hands-on leader and coach, excel at managing all areas of HR with creative problem-solving combined with a strategic mindset and leveraging curiosity to develop innovative, non-traditional ideas and solutions. Demonstrated ability to foster long-lasting, trusted relationships at all levels of the company while managing all functions within HR driving organizational transformation, and implementing best practices to enhance operational efficiency and compliance. Adept at and leading cross-functional teams. Seeking to leverage extensive experience and strategic leadership skills in a challenging HR leadership role.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Global Head of Human Resources
Allspring Global Investments (Divested from Wells Capital Management-2021)
01.2022 - Current
- Reporting to the COO, in this Interim position, managed the HR due diligence process partnering with external consultants (Deloitte) during the divestiture from Wells Fargo
- I meticulously identified potential risks and opportunities and collaborated with executive leadership to pinpoint and articulate the organization's HR strategy
- Represented the company in external forums and cultivated robust alliances to advance organizational goals by understanding benchmarking within our industry
- With a team of three, I oversaw the completion of 47 workstreams including the establishment of the global HR, benefits, and payroll function for approximately 1400 employees spanning nine countries within a seven-month timeframe, ensuring a seamless employee transition
- Engaged with diverse executives and stakeholders, including investors, board members, and regulatory bodies, fostering strong relationships to bolster the organization's strategic objectives and create the company’s culture and values
- Served as the HR leader with oversight of all areas of HR, providing comprehensive support to employees and managers while navigating challenges inherent in a divestiture
- Implemented benefits programs for all employees while considering both regulatory and regional requirements and constraints
- Managed all functions including HRBPs, recruiting, benefits, payroll and learning and development
- Meet with all level of employees as needed to act as a coach and support system during a very chaotic and stressful time of change
- Implemented all HR related systems - Core HRIS (UKG), payroll, Learning Management System and Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to streamline HR operations
- Facilitated the recruitment and manual onboarding of 170 employees and offboarding of 100 employees within the first year, including 17 global HR professionals
- Orchestrated several meetings with stakeholders, executives, PE owners and employees to keep them abreast of developments, progress, challenges, and successes as we circumnavigated many obstacles
- Offered strategic counsel on organizational structural changes to align with business objectives effectively
- Formulated a comprehensive recruitment process and conducted rigorous interviews and assessments to identify optimal candidates for organizational fit
- Managed a Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) relationship with a vendor before establishing the Talent Acquisition (TA) team
- Worked with our COO to hire the right fit for our company for the CHRO role.
Global Head of Human Resource Operations
Allspring Global Investments (Divested from Wells Capital Management-2021)
01.2008 - Current
- Align HR operational strategies with overarching business objectives to establish effective controls and protocols ensuring regulatory compliance
- Identify and mitigate operational risks through the development of robust internal controls, compliance protocols, and contingency plans, safeguarding business continuity
- Formulated and standardized global policies and procedures across U.S., EMEA, and APAC regions to uphold statutory and regulatory compliance, addressing both state and federal contractor requisites
- Led a committee to develop an Employee Engagement Survey and employee experience strategy
- Collaborate with senior leadership to define organizational culture, partnering with external consultants to conduct engagement surveys and develop Employee Value Propositions
- Oversaw the RFP process for the adoption of our HRIS platform, evaluating options such as Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, or Oracle
- Supervised a team of six employees spread across various global locations
- Spearheaded the design and implementation of streamlined HR processes, resulting in a 20% reduction in onboarding duration
- Conducted routine proactive compliance audits to ensure adherence to employment legislations and standards, managing both internal business and SOC1 audits effectively
- Identify process enhancement opportunities and deploy strategies to bolster operational efficacy, encompassing workflow optimization, cost reduction, and adoption of best practices
- Develop a SOP process to implement across the HR function to ensure proper processes and documentation are maintained
- Work with compliance and risk to develop controls for all HR activities
- Orchestrated the development and enforcement of global HR policies and procedures, aligning with local, state, federal, and country-specific statutory requirements while fostering consistency and equity (FCA, OFCCP, EEO, AAP, etc.).
Affiliate Head of HR/Chief of Staff
Wells Capital Management
01.2016 - 01.2021
- Provided comprehensive project oversight throughout the three-year acquisition of Analytic Investors by Wells Capital Management
- Collaborated with Wells Fargo HR to ensure a seamless transition and maintain stability during the acquisition process
- Strategized with the executive team to develop integration methods aimed at minimizing employee attrition risks
- Managed employee relations (ER) issues effectively, fostering a harmonious work environment
- Offered coaching and guidance to leaders in addressing various business-related challenges
- Conducted workforce planning initiatives to align staffing levels with business objectives and future requirements, initiating a skills assessment program
- Implemented a robust talent management framework, identifying and nurturing high-potential employees, including succession planning for critical roles
- Organized team-building exercises to enhance trust and collaboration within teams
- Introduced regular performance feedback sessions to promote continuous improvement and employee development
- Conducted market analysis to ensure competitive salary and benefit structures, staying abreast of industry compensation trends
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive three-prong metric for incentive compensation, aligning with organizational goals and performance benchmarks
- Worked with senior management to create and implement robust bonus, deferred compensation, long-term incentive plans
- Manage the remote workforce implementing practices to ensure the team connection and collaboration.
Chief Human Resource Officer/Chief Administrative Officer
Analytic Investors, LLC (acquired by Wells Capital Management 2016)
01.2008 - 01.2016
- Reporting to the President, as a member of a four-person executive team, worked with stakeholders, including investors, board members, and external counsel, fostering strong relationships to design and bolster the organization's strategic objectives
- Viewed as the people subject matter expert, provided data benchmarking our company to peers to ensure we remained competitive, provided trusted advice on how to manage our workforce and directed day-to-day company operations, including HR, identifying opportunities for enhanced efficiency and effectiveness
- Regularly presented updates and objectives to the board of directors, ensuring transparency and alignment with organizational goals
- Worked with senior leaders to define key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics, ensuring the maintenance of a performance-driven culture
- Collaborated with leadership to facilitate the divestiture from our parent company (Old Mutual Asset Management), enabling the establishment of independent firm
- Managed all functions including HRBPs, recruiting, benefits and payroll
- Spearheaded a comprehensive transformation of the HR and payroll functions, driving a significant paradigm shift in their organizational role
- Acted as a key strategic partner to the president and other executives, contributing to the development and alignment of business strategies
- Introduced and managed annual Success Review process, promoting a forward-thinking approach to performance management and continuous improvement
- Implemented a three-prong metric for incentive compensation distribution, aligning with organizational objectives
- Designed a comprehensive benefits and compensation program, conducting market analysis and salary surveys to ensure competitiveness and relevance
- Managed all payroll-related activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements
- Conducted analysis for Reduction in Force (RIF) initiatives, including Outplacement Assistance and severance package evaluations
- Managed all employee relations matters, including internal investigations when necessary
- Led the full cycle recruiting process, ensuring the acquisition of top talent to support business needs
- Oversaw the successful implementation of a leadership development program, fostering a performance-based culture of accountability and innovation through coaching and feedback.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (B.S.B.A.) - Emphasis in Human Resources -
Colorado Technical University
Skills
- HR Strategy Alignment
- Coaching
- HR Operations
- Performance Management
- Employee Relations
- Talent Management
- Compensation Management
- Leadership Development
- Payroll Management
- HRIS Implementation/Oversight
Certification
- Human Resources Management Certificate, Colorado Technical University
- Professional in Human Resources (PHR), Human Resource Certification Institute
- SHRM-CP Certification, Society for Human Resource Management
- Global Talent Management Leader certification (GTML), Talent Management Institute
- Conscious Leadership Coaching, Conscious Leadership Institute
- Lead Like a Coach Certification, Inductive
- Co-Active Coach’s Training, Co-Active Training Institute
- California Real Estate License, State of California
- California Notary, State of California
Affiliations
- Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)
- SHRM Executive Network
- Professionals in Human Resources Association (PIHRA)
- Talent Management Institute
- Association for Talent Development
Timeline
Global Head of Human Resources
Allspring Global Investments (Divested from Wells Capital Management-2021)
01.2022 - Current
Affiliate Head of HR/Chief of Staff
Wells Capital Management
01.2016 - 01.2021
Global Head of Human Resource Operations
Allspring Global Investments (Divested from Wells Capital Management-2021)
01.2008 - Current
Chief Human Resource Officer/Chief Administrative Officer
Analytic Investors, LLC (acquired by Wells Capital Management 2016)
01.2008 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (B.S.B.A.) - Emphasis in Human Resources -
Colorado Technical University
- Human Resources Management Certificate, Colorado Technical University
- Professional in Human Resources (PHR), Human Resource Certification Institute
- SHRM-CP Certification, Society for Human Resource Management
- Global Talent Management Leader certification (GTML), Talent Management Institute
- Conscious Leadership Coaching, Conscious Leadership Institute
- Lead Like a Coach Certification, Inductive
- Co-Active Coach’s Training, Co-Active Training Institute
- California Real Estate License, State of California
- California Notary, State of California
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