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Virginia Bray

Villa Rica,GA

Summary

Accomplished HR professional with over 20 years of leadership experience managing teams of 15-25 employees. Expertise in aligning HR strategies with business goals to enhance organizational performance and employee engagement while ensuring compliance with labor laws. Skilled in talent acquisition, workforce planning, and benefits administration, delivering innovative HR solutions that drive company growth and efficiency.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Tier III Travel Help Desk Supervisor

JP Morgan Chase
02.2024 - Current
  • Supervise and support a team of travel advisors, providing coaching on policies, compliance, and service best practices
  • Manage employee escalations and performance concerns, ensuring resolution through appropriate corrective actions
  • Negotiate with vendors and external stakeholders to optimize service efficiency and cost management

HR Benefits Specialist

United Parcel Service (UPS)
12.2018 - 02.2024
  • Provided HR leadership in benefits administration, ensuring compliance with labor laws and company policies
  • Led talent acquisition efforts, overseeing hiring, onboarding, and employee development programs
  • Conducted performance appraisals and implemented improvement plans to enhance workforce productivity
  • Managed compensation strategy and benefits negotiations to align with company objectives

HBS CN/GSN Centurion Account Specialist

American Express
12.2015 - 10.2017
  • Supported high-value client accounts, ensuring seamless HR services and compliance with company policies
  • Facilitated staffing evaluations and employee performance assessments
  • Collaborated with HR and risk management teams to ensure AML and KYC compliance

National and White Glove Account Supervisor

Verizon Wireless
11.2001 - 08.2015
  • Supervised a high-performance team, improving customer service ratings from 90% to 96.25% through effective training and leadership
  • Managed recruitment, training, and professional development initiatives to drive operational efficiency
  • Developed HR policies and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance and optimize workforce management

Education

Masters of Science - Human Resource Development

Strayer University

Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Administration And Management

Strayer University

Skills

  • Talent Acquisition
  • Workforce planning
  • Employee Relations
  • Conflict resolution
  • Compensation administration
  • Benefits Administration
  • HR Policy Development
  • Compliance
  • Performance Management
  • Talent Succession Planning
  • Organizational Development
  • Change Management
  • HRIS
  • Payroll Systems
  • Staff Skill Enhancement
  • Professional Development
  • Budget Oversight
  • Financial Auditing
  • Strategic Leadership
  • Business Partnering
  • Data Analytics
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Compliance Applications
  • Labor Law Applications

Affiliations And Leadership

President, Carrollton Chapter Foundation (501c3), Lead community development, scholarship funding, and organizational growth initiatives.

Timeline

Tier III Travel Help Desk Supervisor

JP Morgan Chase
02.2024 - Current

HR Benefits Specialist

United Parcel Service (UPS)
12.2018 - 02.2024

HBS CN/GSN Centurion Account Specialist

American Express
12.2015 - 10.2017

National and White Glove Account Supervisor

Verizon Wireless
11.2001 - 08.2015

Masters of Science - Human Resource Development

Strayer University

Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Administration And Management

Strayer University
Virginia Bray