Candice Thomas

CANDICE PAULA THOMAS DIR HUMAN RESOURCES PROFESSIONAL, B.A.- HOW I CAN BE A GAMECHANGER FOR YOUR BUSINESS As an HR Professional it is my objective to continuously develop my knowledge, skills and competencies to initiate and foster positive change as it relates to strategic management, premium internal customer service and maximum potential. My combination of experience, expanding knowledge and foundation of genuine passion for HRM translates to an Effective change agent, Strategic adviser and Growth motivator. WORK SKILLS & APPLICATIONS HR COORDINATOR , ASCO GROUP - TRINIDAD 2016-NOW Promoted to HR Coordinator in 2017 from the position of HR Administrator. Acted as HR Team Lead from December 2017 to May 2018. HR & ADMINISTRATION COORDINATOR, TRINRE EXPERIENCED RECRUITER TRAINING ANALYSIS & EXECUTION - Promoted to HR & Administration Coordinator in July 2017 from the position of HR Assistant. BUSINESS PLANNING & TENDER STRATEGIST HR ASSISTANT & RECRUITM ENT COORDINATOR, PRESTIGE HOLDINGS LTD. INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS & TRADE UNION EXPERIENCE - Promoted to HR Assistant & Recruitment Coordinator in January 2013 from the position of Recruiter. PAYROLL ADMINISTRATOR HR PEOPLESOFT, VISIO, MS SUITE (FOCUS IN MS EXCEL) EDUCATION B.A. HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT - CIPRIANI COLLEGE OF LABOUR & COOPERATIVE STUDIES- 8 O'LEVEL & 4 A'LEVEL PASSES HOLY NAME CONVENT P.O.S PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION OF TRINIDAD AND TOBA GO SOCIETY FOR HUMAN RE SOURCE MANAGEMENT 22 New Road St. James, Port of Spain SINCE 2017 SINCE 2018 CALL +1 - (Mobile) REFERENCES Mrs. Tara Allen HR Team Lead (ASCO Group - Trinidad) T+1 - E-Ms. Melissa Bridgewater Dean of HRM & Senior Lecturer (Cipriani College of Labour and Cooperative Studies) T +1 - (mobile) E-Mrs. Josanne DeSouza Customer Service Manager - HR Department (Prestige Holdings Ltd.) T +1 - (mobile) E- EMAIL- CANDICE PAULA THOMAS HUMAN RESOURCES PROFESSIONAL, B.A.- CORPORATE ACCOMPLISHMENTS, CONTRIBUTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES At every organization that I've been employed, I was able to fully undertake every responsibility and transform them into significant contributions to the business development and professional accomplishments and additions to my portfolio. ASCO GROUP - TRINIDA D I entered ASCO Group when there were a series of external audits scheduled within the Company. I was able to organize and rectify gaps in HR processes, systems, policies and records to contribute to the attainment of STOW and ISO certifications, with the first report of zero HR non-conformances. I have been instrumental in the preparation and submission of more than five (5) tenders and the subsequent award of various business contracts. In June of 2017 the company underwent a drastic reduction in manpower. I was involved in the administration of this change and the restructuring of the HR department which would have reduced by 60%. Overview of Responsibilities ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ Review, develop and implement policies and procedures in compliance with ASCO Group guidelines, local and international legislation. Develop training and succession plans, operational training matrix, associated budgets and competency evaluations. Spearhead and advise the disciplinary process i.e. written notifications, warnings, investigations, hearings etc. Manage the Recruitment and Selection process for all departments. Administer internal payroll and group employee benefit programs. Generate and maintain databases to track HR metrics and activities and preparing monthly and quarterly local, international and client reports. REINSURANCE COMPANY OF TRINIDAD & TOBAGO - TRINRE I was initially hired at TRINRE as a temporary HR Assistant to conduct an audit of TRINRE's HR processes and systems, provide recommendations for realignment and conduct a company-wide update and re-recording of employee data i.e. personal information, skills, certifications etc. My success in this venture provided the encouragement for the offer of the HR & Administrator Coordinator position. Operating as one of only two HR professionals, I was able to jumpstart the process for increased employee engagement through the planning, creation and implementation of various initiatives, team, builders and training programs. Bolstered by a policy and procedural overhaul and gradual redevelopment of the HR factor and role in the business, these efforts generated tangible results in the form of reduced absenteeism and turnover rates, increased attendance at Company events and a greater level of employee participation and productivity which was evidenced in the achievement of monthly targets. 22 New Road St. James, Port of Spain CALL +1 - (Mobile) EMAIL-m CANDICE PAULA THOMAS HUMAN RESOURCES PROFESSIONAL, B.A.- CORPORATE ACCOMPLISHMENTS, CONTRIBUTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES At every organization that I've been employed, I was able to fully undertake every responsibility and transform them into significant contributions to the business' development and professional accomplishments and additions to my portfolio. REINSURANCE COMPANY OF TRINIDAD & TOBAGO - TRINRE Overview of Responsibilities ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ Coordinate Recruitment and selection for all departments and locations. Coordination of group employee benefit plans, payroll as well as department and associated invoices, expenses and budgets. Planning and execution of employee training and development programs. Supervision of Administrative staff i.e. kitchen, reception, facilities, Company couriers. Procurement and inventory administration, facilities and building maintenance for all locations. PRESTIGE HOLDINGS LIMITED My experience at Prestige Holdings Limited formed the foundation for my career in Human Resource Management. I was first hired as a Recruiter, but in a few short months, out of twelve (12) other Recruiters, I was able to increase the number of staff in my assigned cluster of stores to 100%. I was reassigned to other clusters where I produced comparable results using innovative and unique techniques. I was promoted to Recruitment Coordinator where I managed a team of 10 - 15 Recruiters across Trinidad and Tobago and the existing PHL Brands i.e. KFC, Pizza Hut and later Subway. Under my leadership KFC recruitment percentages climbed from just below 60% to more than 80% in 2014- the highest it had been in more than ten years. My position then amalgamated to include more HR related functions such as Training, in addition to increased Recruitment and Turnover Analysis for each brand and the Corporate arm of the business. I later introduced and developed the exit interview process which was engineered to promote change at the storefront level through thorough investigation, rectification and where necessary, disciplinary action. Overview of Responsibilities ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ Spearhead all recruitment initiatives and events, coordinating and processing the selection of all employees. Coordinating and administering weekly employee assessments and assessment reports. Addressing employee grievances. Conduct weekly training and orientation sessions with all new employees. Preparing monthly recruitment and turnover reports, data analysis and recommendations. 22 New Road St. James, Port of Spain CALL +1 - (Mobile) EMAIL-