Solange Melaas
Elmont,NY
Summary
Strategic Talent and Performance Management Analyst focused on designing, implementing, and optimizing talent management and performance processes. Partners with leadership to drive employee development, performance effectiveness, and organizational growth through data-driven insights and best practices. I deliver actionable insights that inform decision-making and improve workforce planning.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Talent and Performance Management Analyst
Wells Fargo
09.2021 - 05.2026
- Owned and continuously improved the end-to-end performance management lifecycle, including goal setting, mid-year and annual review processes ensuring alignment with business priorities
- Partnered with Line of Business HRBP’s and leadership to advance talent strategy, including talent reviews, succession planning, and Hi-Potential identification
- Managed data of over 900 employees of various organizational and job levels.
- Participated in the planning and support of talent-related programs and low complexity initiatives by executing project plans, communications, racking, sharing and recording progress, and ensuring smooth execution of timelines
- Received directions from supervisor and exercised independent judgement while developing understanding of projects, policies, best practices, and Talent & Performance Management for low complexity initiatives
- Helped document, assess, evolve, and improve upon processes and tools to enable and measure talent outcomes
- Developed and maintained dashboards and reporting (e.g. Performance ratings, retention, engagement) improving visibility into talent outcomes
- Analyzed talent and performance data to identify trends and deliver actionable insights that inform workforce planning and leadership decision making
- Supported and optimized HR systems (e.g. Workday) ensuring data integrity, reporting accuracy, and streamlined processes
Recruiter
Cristina Herrera Consulting
05.2020 - 06.2021
- End-to-end recruitment strategie to attract top talent for diverse client needs (sourcing, screening, interviewing)
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with company manager
- Utilized excel system to manage data
- Advised on job offers, potential salary ranges, benefits etc.
- Collaborated with external B2B to streamline recruitment processes for efficiency and effectiveness for specific client project
Recruiting Intern
Vanguard Staffing
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Coordinated recruitment efforts, streamlining candidate screening processes to enhance efficiency.
- Developed training materials for new hires, improving onboarding experience and knowledge retention.
- Assisted in managing client relationships, ensuring timely communication and satisfaction with services provided.
- Conducted market research to identify potential candidates, leveraging databases and social media platforms effectively.
Ammunition Specialist
Unites States Army
02.2015 - 08.2017
- Managed ammunition inventory, ensuring accuracy and compliance with safety protocols.
- Conducted inspections of munitions to maintain operational readiness and reliability.
- Oversaw storage operations, implementing best practices for safety and accessibility.
- Developed training programs for personnel on ammunition handling and safety procedures.
- Coordinated logistics for ammunition distribution to support mission objectives effectively.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration between departments to streamline ammunition-related tasks.
Education
MBA - Human Resources Management
Touro College
New York, NY12-2020
Bachelor of Science - Pschology
SUNY College At Oswego
Oswego, NY12-2011
Skills
- Talent Development
- CEO Talent Planning
- Workday
- Team collaboration
- Analytical Thinking
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Data Analysis
- Risk Analysis
- Consulting
- Succession Planning
- HR Policies and Procedures
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Monthly Deliverables
- Executive Onboarding
- Client relationship management
- Business process improvement
Timeline
Talent and Performance Management Analyst
Wells Fargo
09.2021 - 05.2026
Recruiter
Cristina Herrera Consulting
05.2020 - 06.2021
Recruiting Intern
Vanguard Staffing
08.2019 - 12.2019
Ammunition Specialist
Unites States Army
02.2015 - 08.2017
MBA - Human Resources Management
Touro College
Bachelor of Science - Pschology
SUNY College At Oswego