Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Receptionist
Monica Murphy

Monica Murphy

Arlington,VA

Summary

I have experience in HR and L&D, concentrating on enhancing employee experiences. I am passionate about creating engaging training programs and committed to driving meaningful change in the workplace.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Human Resources Generalist

Cogent Communications
01.2024 - Current
  • Successfully completed 36 onboarding cycles, welcoming and integrating new hires at an average of nearly 30 new hires per cycle.
  • Designed and implemented comprehensive onboarding program, significantly improving new employee retention and satisfaction.
  • Designed engaging workplace conduct training for 2,000+ employees to enhance knowledge retention and compliance.
  • Collaborated with department heads to identify skill gaps and develop targeted training solutions.
  • Created leadership development programs, resulting in improved management skills across the organization.

HR/Recruiting Coordinator

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP
08.2022 - 11.2023
  • Managed the Summer Associate Program, coordinating timelines and logistics for candidates, and maintaining engagement with lawyers, associates, and law schools.
  • Developed the Summer Associate reference guide to effectively communicate critical program information.
  • Assisted in recruiting top talent, conducting interviews, and onboarding new employees.
  • Responded to employee inquiries regarding benefits, policies, and workplace issues.
  • Maintained up-to-date personnel files, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and internal policies.
  • Reduced company turnover rate by creating a positive work environment through effective communication channels.

Talent Acquisition Assistant

Greenberg Traurig LLP
02.2021 - 08.2022
  • Coordinated interview scheduling and communications with over 800 candidates and hiring managers to create a seamless candidate experience including, but not limited to travel and logistics arrangements.
  • Maintained comprehensive records of all acquisitions activity, ensuring easy access to information when needed by key personnel.
  • Managed recruitment processes, including posting jobs on various job boards, building LinkedIn pipelines, and conducting reference screenings.

Administrative Clerk

Greenberg Traurig LLP
07.2019 - 02.2021
  • Managed case files, ensuring compliance with legal standards and timely submissions.
  • Assisted attorneys in preparing H-1B petitions and ensuring accuracy.
  • Trained new staff on office procedures and case management software, fostering a knowledgeable team environment.

Education

Master’s - Human Resources Management

Marymount University
Arlington, VA
01.2022

B.S - Psychology

Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA
01.2016

Skills

  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Active listening
  • Team collaboration
  • Team building

Certification

  • Certified SHRM-CP

Timeline

Human Resources Generalist

Cogent Communications
01.2024 - Current

HR/Recruiting Coordinator

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP
08.2022 - 11.2023

Talent Acquisition Assistant

Greenberg Traurig LLP
02.2021 - 08.2022

Administrative Clerk

Greenberg Traurig LLP
07.2019 - 02.2021

Master’s - Human Resources Management

Marymount University

B.S - Psychology

Virginia Commonwealth University