Marguerite Margot Wetzel
Tampa,USA
Summary
I am a dynamic and accomplished senior HR leader with persistent dedication, unwavering drive, and a forward-thinking mindset. With over two decades of progressive experience spanning all facets of Human Resources, I bring knowledge to the forefront, specializing in developing highly efficient and world-class HR organizations across the United States, Europe, the Middle East, and APAC.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Sr. Director, Global HR Operation and Business Partner
Visa Inc.
- Spearheaded the development and successful execution of a robust resourcing and talent strategy, overseeing staffing standards across 120 countries. This initiative led to perfecting talent acquisition efforts forming a highly skilled and proficient workforce.
- Assumed a leadership role in the HR Compliance Program, meticulously monitoring, evaluating, and crafting policies and procedures to align with legal requirements and the company's objectives. This diligent oversight effectively mitigated potential risks, safeguarding the organization's integrity.
- Overhauled HR programs, benefits, and policies tailored explicitly for cross-border and expatriate transitions, resulting in significant gains in efficiency and scalability. Notably, this overhaul yielded a 35% reduction in the overall HR budget, with the resulting savings strategically distributed across the department.
- Successfully implemented Workday as a new HRIS system, streamlining recruiting and onboarding processes while ensuring data accuracy for evidence-based planning and well-informed decision-making.
- Played a pivotal role in helping the establishment of Visa's second headquarters and shared service center in Austin, Texas. This involved meticulous regulatory compliance oversight and a relentless drive for cost savings, culminating in successfully hiring 2,500 employees over three years.
- Introduced an HR service model aimed at standardizing policies and procedures across all locations, leading to the seamless alignment of business operations and a marked enhancement in organizational efficiency.
- Expanded mobility opportunities for employees across the world by 25%. This encompassed the adept management of HR activities for global talent, including relocation and reassignment packages.
- Collaborated seamlessly with more than twenty external vendors, meticulously upholding compliance with service-level agreements and key performance indicators (KPIs). This collaborative approach resulted in a notable 35% increase in customer satisfaction, underscoring our commitment to service excellence.
Founder – Global Human Resource Consultant
Avanti Consulting Group LLC
08.2018 - Current
- In 2018, Avanti Consulting Group was established to provide comprehensive global Human Resources consulting services, specifically focusing on global operation solutions in partnership with business partners. Over the past six years, Avanti has effectively collaborated with numerous major corporations and Fortune 100 to develop and implement local and international human resource initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency. Our responsibilities include overseeing and implementing services such as global compensation, payroll, immigration, assignments, and corporate tax. We played a pivotal role in seamlessly integrating these services with HRIS systems, such as Workday while implementing and managing global reporting. We can conduct rigorous eVerify immigration and I9 audits.
- In these roles, I have successfully managed HR transformations and played an instrumental role in elevating global HR operations while setting up shared service centers of executive support systems, using platforms such as ServiceNow and Workday, streamlining processes, and enhancing human service delivery globally.
- Current and past global clients:
- Wiley, Inc.
- Affirm, Inc.
- Schneider Electric, Inc.
- Gundersen Dettmer, inc
- Ingram Micro, inc
- Collaborate closely with HR leaders and key business stakeholders to formulate a comprehensive employee lifecycle strategy encompassing global mobility, remote work, and immigration policies.
- Assume the role of the primary point of contact for all mobility Requests for Information (RFI) and Requests for Proposals (RFP), conducting meticulous evaluations of vendor submissions based on criteria such as quality, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with the organization's specific requirements.
- Offer expert guidance and support to HR teams, business leaders, and employees about global mobility matters, including short-term and long-term international assignments, transfers, localizations, and remote work programs. This fosters the efficient movement of talent across international borders.
- Take charge of overseeing tax and cross-border immigration compliance, encompassing tasks such as securing US work permits (L, H1B, E visas) and managing permanent green card applications (PERM) and I-140 filings.
- I provide extensive support in managing global mobility programs, spanning assignments, relocations, international and global immigration, tax compliance, and payroll operations across the regions of EMEA, APAC, and the Americas. This comprehensive approach has led to streamlining HR practices and enhanced organizational efficiency.
- Develop comprehensive US and International remote work policies seamlessly integrating corporate tax and immigration benefits. Conduct exhaustive research to establish clear, well-defined guidelines for employees.
- Seamlessly integrated compliance protocols for corporate tax and immigration benefits into our policies, ensuring strict adherence to legal requirements while simultaneously mitigating potential risks. Upheld a steadfast commitment to accountability and integrity throughout this process.
- Conducted a meticulous gap analysis of our operational processes, identifying areas for improvement and recommending targeted training opportunities. These efforts translated into a marked increase in operational efficiency and a noticeable improvement in workforce performance.
- Spearheaded development and implementation of comprehensive strategies to bolster organizational efficiency, reduce inefficiencies, and bridge programmatic gaps. A central focus was placed on elevating employee engagement levels.
- Collaborated extensively with global businesses and HR leaders, providing expert counsel on anticipating and proactively addressing forthcoming changes in business conditions. Prioritized initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), cultivating a positive work environment.
- Employed a keen analytical approach to identify areas for enhancement by assessing the unique needs of our US operations, compliance requisites, vendor management protocols, and global policies.
- Achieved a notable 25% cost reduction while simultaneously elevating satisfaction levels among our business partners and employees by comprehensively redesigning our HR programs. These enhancements focused on boosting productivity, streamlining execution, and eliminating redundant processes.
Sr. Director, Global HR Operation and Business Partner
UnitedHealth Group
12.2016 - 08.2018
- Led orchestrating a holistic employee lifecycle strategy in close collaboration with HR leaders, resulting in an impressive 20% upswing in employee retention rates. This encompassed comprehensive workforce planning, internal mobility initiatives, talent reviews, and succession planning efforts.
- Pioneered establishing a centralized and strategically driven mobility model fortified by global and regional support. This innovative approach significantly heightened consistency and alignment with our strategic goals, contributing to a remarkable 50% enhancement in overall operational efficiency.
- Spearheaded the creation of a nimble, contemporary, and globally focused workforce by streamlining global HR policies and executing comprehensive strategies spanning recruitment, immigration, mobility, payroll, and global benefits.
- Exhibited adept budget management skills, overseeing an approximate budget of $50 million while meticulously selecting optimal global vendors based on cost-effectiveness, reliability, and quality criteria. This meticulous approach resulted in a commendable 10% reduction in HR operations and program costs year-on-year.
- Successfully averted corporate tax and immigration violations by implementing a robust Global Business Traveler Tracking Program. This proactive measure effectively prevented potential penalties amounting to approximately $500,000 annually, showcasing prudent risk management practice.
Education
Bachelor of International Law & Business Management - Law & Business Management
E.C.I.SE
NancyBusiness & Leadership Certification - undefined
Stanford Universities
Skills
- HRIS System: Workday - ServiceNow
- Operating System: macOS
- Google Workspace: Sheets, Docs, Forms
- Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Salesforce, Smartsheet, e-learning, Keynote, Slack, Cisco WebEx, Trello
- Languages: English (fluent), French (fluent)
Certification
Global mobility specialist and Talent Management (GMS-T)
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
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evening
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Timeline
Founder – Global Human Resource Consultant
Avanti Consulting Group LLC
08.2018 - Current
Sr. Director, Global HR Operation and Business Partner
UnitedHealth Group
12.2016 - 08.2018
Sr. Director, Global HR Operation and Business Partner
Visa Inc.
Bachelor of International Law & Business Management - Law & Business Management
E.C.I.SE
Business & Leadership Certification - undefined
Stanford Universities
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