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Sara Espinosa

Romeoville,IL

Summary

Results-oriented Engagement Manager with over 3 years of experience in project management, client relationship management, and human resource functions. Proven track record in delivering projects on time, within scope, and budget, while ensuring a high level of client satisfaction. Skilled in building and maintaining strong client relationships, developing project plans, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Adept at identifying and mitigating risks, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and contributing to organizational growth and effectiveness.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Client Engagement Manager

Paylocity
02.2023 - Current
  • Act as primary point of contact for Paylocity's largest clients, managing expectations and delivering high-level service.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with client stakeholders, understanding their business models and challenges.
  • Coordinate internal teams (sales, implementation, client services) to deliver projects on time, within scope, and budget.
  • Develop and present contractual proposals, negotiate pricing terms, and provide strategic recommendations to C-Suite executives.
  • Identify and mitigate risks, creating action plans to reduce client retention risks and ensure long-term success.
  • Drive process improvements by advocating for Product Development Requests (PDRs) and Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs).
  • Travel to client locations to conduct executive business reviews and provide on-site training and consultations.

Key Achievements

  • Successfully managed 30 high-profile projects, resulting in increased client satisfaction and retention.
  • Played a key role in upselling additional products, contributing to revenue growth.
  • Led process improvements that enhanced client engagement and service delivery.

Human Resource Consultant II

Paylocity
10.2021 - 02.2023
  • Assisted clients in onboarding HR modules, including Recruiting, Performance, LMS, and Employee Self Service.
  • Utilized consultative approach to integrate HR needs into Paylocity products, ensuring seamless implementation.
  • Conducted review calls between 30 minutes to hour to troubleshoot issues, provide best practices, and offer ongoing support for HR products.
  • Coordinated with internal teams to address client concerns and update SOPs based on client feedback.

Executive Account Manager

Paylocity
09.2019 - 10.2021
  • Managed 5 high-revenue clients, ensuring exceptional service through effective communication and project management.
  • Led 30-1 hour of biweekly calls with internal teams to monitor project progress and address client needs.
  • Handled client escalations, identifying root causes and implementing solutions to maintain client satisfaction.
  • Achieved high Service Level Agreement (SLA) metrics, demonstrating strong performance in client service delivery.

Project Manager

Thillens
07.2016 - 01.2018
  • Organized and planned the onboarding process for customers across seven branches, ensuring a smooth transition.
  • Collaborated with branch managers and the HR team to address customer requests and onboard new employees.
  • Entered customer information into the system and resolved issues to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Assisted with HR database management and onboarding processes.

Education

Master of Project Management -

Keller University
Chicago, IL
04.2023

Project Management Graduate Certificate -

Keller University
Chicago, IL
10.2022

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Human Resource Management

DeVry University
Chicago, IL
10.2017

Skills

  • Client Account Management
  • Project Management
  • Risk Management
  • Cross-functional Team Collaboration
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Strategic Planning & Analysis
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Training & Development
  • Escalation Management
  • Relationship Management
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Time Management
  • Financial Analysis
  • Project Management Tools: PowerBI, Paylocity HRMS, Monday
  • Microsoft Office Suite: Excel, PowerPoint, Word
  • CRM Software: Salesforce, Monday
  • Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Timeline

Client Engagement Manager

Paylocity
02.2023 - Current

Human Resource Consultant II

Paylocity
10.2021 - 02.2023

Executive Account Manager

Paylocity
09.2019 - 10.2021

Project Manager

Thillens
07.2016 - 01.2018

Master of Project Management -

Keller University

Project Management Graduate Certificate -

Keller University

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Human Resource Management

DeVry University
Sara Espinosa