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Human Resources Officer and Senior Vice President Human Resources and HRD Information Technology Always Seems Impossible

Schiff Hardin LLP is a general practice law firm representing clients across the United States and around the world. We have offices located in Ann Arbor, Chicago, Lake Forest, New York, San Francisco and Washington, D.C. Our attorneys are strong advocates and trusted advisers roles that contribute to many lasting client relationships.

Known for, and thrive in high-expectation change environments. Building a strong culture and tying it to a compelling vision and mission is a recipe for success when aligning human capital with the business strategy. Curated a reputation for being a trusted advisor to leadership - coaching and developing executives and managers, designing and deploying global programs at the local level, and driving enterprise wide HR change initiatives. Exceptional presenting, interpersonal and communication skills. Adept at assessing needs, generating options, and implementing solutions in collaboration with stakeholders. Well-versed in all aspects of HR from Recruit to Retire and all the complicated people "stuff" in-between! Notable Accomplishments • Directed significant 5-year HR service delivery/change management initiative & implementation of new HR system (Workday 26/27) • Successfully directed various international immigration processes (EMEA, North America, APAC). • SME for HR M&A integrations and divestitures • Orchestrated strategic delivery of RIF/right sizing due to unexpected partner exodus Resulted in meeting adjusted talent budget to maintain per partner profits • Driven performance management and talent assessment initiatives (HIPO identification, mentoring etc.) • Led organizational design & change management processes required to implement a regional recruitment strategy which resulted in increased awareness for the organization as a destination employer across APAC • Consulted with Executive team to effect change within professional performance management program resulting in $3M savings to the organization • Directed organization through comprehensive review of benefits offerings, including service delivery improvement, review of brokerage services and off site third party administration resulting in $3.5 M savings •Developed core culture/retention strategies in an industry notorious for high employee turnover (reduction of turnover from 70% to 20%)