Lia A. Pope
Yeadon,PA
Summary
Successful in providing Human Resources consultation and guidance consistent with HR best practices that drive high quality results. Continued execution in developing and implementing processes to optimize workflow, while leading and managing Human Resources functions. Demonstrated ability to proactively mangage cross-functional teams, to engage employees, and resolve issues expediently. Expert in developing strategic initiatives that align with an organization’s mission and values. Comprehensive knowledge of Human Resources principles and guidelines across diverse organizations. Deliver sustainable results through meticulous attention to detail, prominent levels of integrity and confidentiality, keen business acumen, and performance management. Develop and implement policies and procedures, create diversity, equity, and inclusion plans , evaluate employee performance, and work closely with senior leadership to develop business strategies and competencies.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Manger
NBCUniversal
03.2023 - Current
- rovide HR leadership and guidance to the HR Coordinator and Talent Acquisition Specialist.
- Manage employee relations issues and investigations in consultation with the Head of Human Resources.
- Develop and lead DE&I initiatives with a passion for fostering an open and inclusive culture within the Phillies.
- Lead and ensure all hiring, onboarding, and offboarding processes are completed consistently and in compliance with all applicable federal and local laws.
- Lead and conduct organization-wide training with a strong focus on compliance and continuous development.
- Partner with the Head of Human Resources to manage and administer the annual Performance Management and Compensation Planning process.
- Develop and administer employee engagement and recognition programs in partnership with the HR team.
- Assist in the development and updating of key policies and procedures, including the annual updating of our employee manuals.
- Provide guidance and support for the auditing of key business data and the response to all MLB report requests.
- Continuously evaluate all HR programs with an eye towards improvement and implementing new and best practices.
- Oversee the exit interview process and determine the underlying reasons for separation of employment. Provide data to support trends and participate in action planning to correct any organizational concerns.
- Remain up to date on relevant HR and sports industry trends to stay in line and competitive within the marketplace.
- Other duties as assigned.Monitored and handled employee claims involving performance-based and harassment incidents.
- Organized and led staff orientation programs and training to promote collaboration.
- Maintained company compliance with local, state, and federal laws, in addition to established organizational standards.
- Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations and diminished financial discrepancies through expert program management.
Human Resources Generalist
NBCUniversal
07.2019 - 03.2023
- Deliver Human Resources support to the Senior Leadership Team and Client Groups throughout the station(s)
- Lead the effort on COVID-19 response in conjunction with the Business Continuity and Crisis Management Team
- Station Lead for the Black Employee Network, Philadelphia Chapter
- Partner and consult with senior leadership team on all HR initiatives for respective areas of support
- Participate in and support key human resources initiatives including performance management, succession & compensation planning
- Manage recruiting initiatives for station in conjunction with company diversity efforts
- Manage internship program
- Liaise with various HR Centers of Excellence to manage and resolve day-to-day employee issues
- Active participant in Annual Review Process of employees
- Identify opportunities for improvement and recommend solutions across departments
- Provide analysis to ensure current positions meet requirements of FLSA
- Stay abreast of new regulations, company policies & procedures to maintain company compliance
- Ensure company is compliant with labor and employment laws
- Maintain organizational structure in SAP, process organizational changes as needed
- Maintain EEO Report for Annual Filing to maintain Licensure for WCAU/WWSI station(s)
- Oversee leave of absence (LOA) processes including educating employees on LOA programs, processes and procedures
- Process new hires and ensure full onboarding experience is achieved
- Assist with change management initiatives as they relate to client group
- Ensure physical setup is complete for all new employees including phones, workspaces and computers
- Assist with space planning in the office
- Provide administrative HR support, including preparing presentations, generating monthly and ad hoc reports and sending employee communications.
Human Resources Generalist
FMC
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Delivered comprehensive Human Resources support to management by implementing best practices in process change
- Facilitate and conduct new hire orientation
- Participate in regular meetings to develop and rollout innovative programs in collaboration with an executive team
- Responsible for partnering and consulting with senior leadership team on all HR initiatives for respective areas of support
- Collaborates with various departmental leadership teams to conduct talent reviews
- Active participant in Annual Review Process of employees
- Consistently identifies opportunities for improvement and recommends solutions for improved processes across departments
- Provide reporting analysis to make sure current positions meet requirements of FLSA
- Ensures company is compliant with all other labor and employment laws
- Consistently participates in working groups and committees to ensure process improvement
- Manage the onboarding and off-boarding processes for all North American offices
- Manages Leave of Absence program
- Prepares employee separation notices and related documentation, and conducts exit interviews to determine reasons behind separations
- Maintain accurate employee information using the HRIS system
- Participate in special projects.
Human Resources Coordinator
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Delivered comprehensive Human Resources support to management by implementing best practices in process change
- Facilitated and conducted new hire orientation
- Participated in regular meetings to develop and rollout innovative programs in collaboration with an executive team
- Conceptualized, created, and administered talent development paths for high potential employees and conduct training programs for Human Resources Leadership
- Provided comprehensive and analytical support by coordinating events, compiling statistical data and metrics for employee populations, communicating with vendors, and maintaining the department’s internet portal
- Improved manager and employee performance by identifying and clarifying problems
- Manages projects and/or participates as a project member on company-wide HR initiatives
- Responsible for partnering and consulting with senior leadership team on all HR initiatives for respective areas of support
- Consistently participated in working groups and committees to ensure process improvement
- Evaluated potential process solutions across departments, implemented selected solution(s), and coached/counseled employees
- Managed the onboarding processes for Business Professional and Legal Staff for all domestic offices
- Managed applicant tracking system, its activity and record maintenance for data integrity
- Created and managed vendor portal
- Managed Employee Referral Program
- Collaborated with Labor & Employment Practice Group to ensure firm was compliant with all labor and employment laws
- Partnered with Senior Leadership to brand and rollout first ever employee engagement survey
- Collaborated with the Senior Director of Talent Management and Attorney Development to develop and align competencies for the firm
- Developed and compiled a cost analysis for the eData Practice Group resulting in a 2.9 million dollar saving becoming an in-house function illustrating cost savings resulting from using in-house contract attorneys as opposed to hiring agency attorneys
- Participated in a record setting recruitment initiative, hiring 74 qualified eData attorneys in a three-day timeframe
- Received a recognition award for work done during an acquisition of an Intellectual Property Practice Group.
Human Resources Coordinator
Universal Health Services
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Provided comprehensive support to C-level executives and management in an administrative capacity
- Integrated and processed payroll, as well as employee STD/LTD and FMLA correspondence
- Also oversaw employee PTO
- Implemented, managed and enforced all Human Resources policies and procedures while ensuring compliance with local/state/federal regulations
- Ensured all employee queries and issues were quickly and effectively resolved
- Coordinated travel arrangements for corporate employees and perspective candidates
- Maintained accurate expense reports, efficiently managing employee database
- Assisted with the implementation of a new benefits portal to improve efficiency
- Managed Leave of Absence process for corporate employees
- Processed 5500s
- Analyzed travel charges for C-Suite executives across the company to identify areas of cost savings, significantly improving cost-effectiveness for the business
- Partnered with Senior Leadership to coordinate and execute annual hospital management conference
- Established strong working relationships with vendors to negotiate best pricing for office supplies and equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources Management
Chestnut Hill College
01.2018
Associate in Applied Science - General Studies
Delaware County Community College
01.2010
Skills
- Performance Management
- Benefits Administration
- Labor Relations
- Talent Acquisition
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Employee Relations
- Regulatory Compliance
- Compensation
- Procedural Development
- Leadership Development
- Legal Compliance
- Employee Onboarding & Offboarding
- Compensation Structuring
- Policy Enforcement
- Training development
- Risk Management
- Human Resources Operations
- Benefits and compensation management
- Contract Negotiation
Community Service
- American Red Cross, SEPA Chapter - Volunteer
- Dance Arts, Ballet and Tap - Dance Instructor
Timeline
Human Resources Manger
NBCUniversal
03.2023 - Current
Human Resources Generalist
NBCUniversal
07.2019 - 03.2023
Human Resources Generalist
FMC
01.2018 - 01.2019
Human Resources Coordinator
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP
01.2016 - 01.2018
Human Resources Coordinator
Universal Health Services
01.2013 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Science - Human Resources Management
Chestnut Hill College
Associate in Applied Science - General Studies
Delaware County Community College
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