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KINJAL PATEL

Elk Grove,USA

Summary

Dynamic HR professional with extensive experience at Walmart Labs, excelling in recruitment strategies and employee relations. Proven track record in compliance audits and training development, enhancing organizational effectiveness. Adept at managing HRIS systems and fostering a positive workplace culture, driving employee engagement and performance improvements.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

HR Generalist

Walmart Labs
08.2023 - 12.2024
  • Company Overview: (PixelTech System)
  • Assisting in the recruitment process, maintaining employee records, benefits administration, HR policy implementation, payroll processing, employee relations, HR reporting and analytics, compliance and legal support, training and development, HR projects, and initiatives.
  • Manage day-to-day new hire I-9, recruitment, and exit interviews.
  • Increased compliance with labor laws by conducting regular audits of HR policies and procedures.
  • Collaborated with legal and compliance teams to review paperwork, obtain feedback, and procure available information for new training processes.
  • Updated training processes by reviewing existing documentation, leveraging feedback from associates, and working with legal and compliance teams.
  • Conducted new employee onboarding, and provided ongoing orientation training.
  • Reviewed and screened applicant resumes to identify qualified candidates.
  • Reviewed existing policies and procedures to make recommendations for enhancing work productivity, recruitment, hiring processes, and talent management.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve organizational objectives through strategic HR planning.
  • Prepared detailed reports on key HR metrics for senior leadership’s review, facilitating informed decision-making related to human resources operations strategy adjustments.
  • Served as a trusted advisor to employees at all levels of the organization regarding career development, workplace policies, and conflict resolution.
  • (PixelTech System)

Program Coordinator- HR (People Operations)

Waymo
03.2022 - 07.2023
  • Company Overview: (Google Inc)
  • Assisting in coordinating HR programs and initiatives, conducting I-9 meetings and audits, providing new hire support, managing employee queries and benefits programs, coordinating training, handling exit transactions and documentation, and evaluating and improving programs.
  • Partnered with legal counsel to ensure compliance with employment regulations, reducing potential liability risks for the organization.
  • Collaborated with legal and compliance teams to review paperwork, obtain feedback, and procure available information for new training processes.
  • Developed a comprehensive process for new hires, and reviewed new hire productivity, optimizing onboarding effectiveness.
  • Implemented succession planning strategies, ensuring leadership continuity, and employee growth opportunities within the organization.
  • Investigated and liaised with the legal department to respond to complaints of harassment, discrimination, employee grievances, and other sensitive issues, and prepared position statements for the EEOC.
  • Improved employee performance through the implementation of tailored training and development programs.
  • Updated training processes by reviewing existing documentation, leveraging feedback from associates, and working with legal and compliance teams.
  • Facilitated regular meetings with team members to discuss progress updates, address challenges, and brainstorm solutions for ongoing success.
  • Maintained detailed records of program activities and participant data, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
  • (Google Inc)

Human Resource Administrator

Stanford University
08.2021 - 03.2022
  • Providing HR administrative support, coordinating the recruitment process, coordinating employment activities, managing HRIS data, administering time and leave, overseeing employee benefits programs, managing the performance appraisal process, maintaining personnel and HR-related files, and providing support through the ticketing system.
  • Established strong relationships with external partners, including recruiters, educational institutions, and industry associations, to expand organizational reach in talent acquisition efforts.
  • Managed employee data and privacy to keep employee data confidential, per organizational privacy policies.
  • Developed and implemented HR policies and procedures to promote a clear and consistent approach to managing employees.
  • Managed employee leaves of absence, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, and maintaining clear communication channels between employees and management.
  • Streamlined HR efficiencies, coordinated new hire orientations, and provided onboarding and training for new employees.
  • Conducted thorough exit interviews with departing employees to gather feedback on company culture, and identify areas for improvement.
  • Ensured legal compliance in all HR practices by staying current with relevant employment laws and regulations, as well as conducting regular policy reviews.
  • Managed complex benefits administration tasks, ensuring timely enrollment and accurate record-keeping for all employees.
  • Improved organizational culture by developing and executing various team-building initiatives and employee engagement activities.

HR Business Partner

Walmart Inc.
10.2020 - 08.2021
  • Conducting employment-related research, scheduling interviews, providing full life cycle recruiting support, representing and promoting the organization to potential applicants, using ATS for tracking applications, maintaining the HRIS system, and creating offer letters, as well as processing new hire documents.
  • Increased compliance with labor laws by conducting regular audits of HR policies and procedures.
  • Managed employee relations issues with tact, conducted investigations, and guided managers for resolution.
  • Collaborated with legal and compliance teams to review paperwork, obtain feedback, and procure available information for new training processes.
  • Maintained the human resources information system, and kept employee files up to date and accurate.
  • Collaborated with department heads to identify staffing needs, and develop job descriptions tailored to specific roles.
  • Managed FMLA requests and ADA accommodations, maintaining compliance with federal guidelines while supporting employee well-being.
  • Coordinated employee recognition programs boost morale and increase overall satisfaction levels within the company.
  • Developed and implemented effective recruitment and onboarding strategies for new hires.
  • Completed background and reference checks to facilitate the hiring and onboarding of employees.
  • Managed benefits administration for company-wide staff, ensuring timely processing and accurate recordkeeping.
  • Investigated and liaised with the legal department to respond to complaints of harassment, discrimination, employee grievances, and other sensitive issues, and prepared position statements for the EEOC.
  • Facilitated communication between employees and management by conducting regular feedback sessions and addressing concerns proactively.
  • Identified HR training needs and conducted training for employees and leadership, while recommending approaches to effect continual improvements in business objectives, productivity, and within the company to reach business goals.

HR Coordinator

Stericycle
09.2018 - 06.2020
  • Maintaining and updating the HRIS system, utilizing HRIS and payroll systems, supporting the payroll department, verifying and entering benefit enrollments, working on special projects, maintaining physical file integrity.
  • Maintained accurate employee records in HRIS systems, enabling efficient data retrieval for reporting purposes.
  • Utilized compliance tools, corrective actions and identification of deficiencies to mitigate audit risks.
  • Structured compensation and benefits according to market conditions and budget demands.
  • Developed and administered internal surveys to evaluate employee satisfaction.
  • Maintained human resources information system and kept employee files up to date and accurate.
  • Completed background and reference checks to facilitate hiring and onboarding of employees.
  • Increased compliance with labor laws by conducting regular audits of HR policies and procedures.
  • Managed FMLA requests and ADA accommodations, maintaining compliance with federal guidelines while supporting employee wellbeing.
  • Supported HR functions with emphasis on record keeping, data entry, and general HR tasks.
  • Collaborated with legal and compliance teams to review paperwork, obtain feedback, and procure available information for new training processes.

Education

Certificate - Human Resource Management

North Park University
Chicago, IL
06.2019

Master of Business Administration - Human Resources Management

Vinayaka Mission University
01.2012

Bachelor of Science - Microbiology

Saurashtra university
06.2009

Skills

  • Recruitment strategies
  • Employee relations
  • Performance management
  • HRIS management
  • Compliance audits
  • Training development
  • Benefits administration
  • Payroll administration
  • Data analysis
  • Policy implementation
  • Recruiting
  • New hire orientation
  • Project management
  • Employee relations management
  • Training and development

Timeline

HR Generalist

Walmart Labs
08.2023 - 12.2024

Program Coordinator- HR (People Operations)

Waymo
03.2022 - 07.2023

Human Resource Administrator

Stanford University
08.2021 - 03.2022

HR Business Partner

Walmart Inc.
10.2020 - 08.2021

HR Coordinator

Stericycle
09.2018 - 06.2020

Certificate - Human Resource Management

North Park University

Master of Business Administration - Human Resources Management

Vinayaka Mission University

Bachelor of Science - Microbiology

Saurashtra university

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