Sarah Esau

OW SARAH ESAU CHRL, MHRM SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES PROFESSIONAL CONTACT--https://www.linkedin.com/in/sar ah-esau-mhrm-h-bsc-chrl6b0b4110/ EDUCATION YORK UNIVERSITY Master of Human Resources Management SHERIDAN COLLEGE Post Graduate Human Resource Management Program UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO Honours Bachelor of Science, Business Management & Psychology SKILLS HR Strategy & Business Partnering Talent Acquisition Change Management Labour and Employee Relations Employment Law and Compliance Employee Engagement Policy Development Workforce Planning Leadership coaching and mentoring Workplace Investigations Ability to relocate anywhere in Canada References available upon request PROFILE SUMMARY Results-driven HR leader with 10+ years of experience driving talent management, employee engagement, and HR strategy. Proven expertise in leadership development, labor relations, and fostering inclusive workplace cultures in fast paced growth oriented environment. A trusted advisor to senior leadership, dedicated to aligning people strategies with business success. WORK EXPERIENCE Ascend Fundraising Solutions VP, Human Resources (Director Level) - Key accomplishments: Involved in scaling of the organization by 33% to support company growth and new product launches Supported strategy in recruitment of key talent within the areas of Marketing, Technology, Business Development, Program Management, and Customer Success Developed hiring and retention strategies to attract and keep talented employees Developed and implemented HR programs in consultation with senior leadership and in alignment with the company’s strategic goals Created and implemented recruitment strategies and processes, including workforce planning, draft job descriptions, and work with senior leaders to fill roles in their departments. Created compensation program, philosophy, benchmarking, conducted salary reviews on an annual basis Created and implemented performance review process in consultation with senior leadership Formalized and implemented our performance management and employee development program, worked with and coached managers on the establishment of employee goals and preparation for review meetings Worked with senior management on creating a thoughtful and effective diversity and inclusion program Kept up to date with occupational health and safety regulations as it pertains to the company and implemented a JHSC. Disability and leave management Lead the creation of an employee engagement and recognition program Developed HR policies and procedures handbook, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws. Involved in workplace investigations and resolving employee relations issues OW S A R A H E S A U CHRL, MHRM SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES PPROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE One Toronto Gaming- Director Human Resources (Pickering Casino Resort) Key Accomplishments Developed and spearheaded the HR strategy and project plan for the opening of the Pickering Casino Resort Lead talent management programs, and recruitment strategies for high volume recruitment for the opening of Pickering Casino Resort Manage HR Budget Prepared and developed training courses on Progressive Discipline, Performance Reviews, Labour Relations, Recruitment and Selection for leadership Involved in developing and implementing COVID-19 health and safety measures and protocols Provided knowledge and guidance on labour relations including: collective bargaining, grievance arbitration, discipline and discharge, performance management, attendance management etc. Provided leadership, direction and mentoring to the Human Resources team at the resort; develops KPI’s, performance objectives and delivers performance partnership discussions for direct reports Provided HR leadership & mentoring to departmental managers and team members; including guidance on employee engagement, conflict resolution, performance management, career development and succession planning Provided HR leadership & mentoring to departmental managers on collective agreement interpretation, grievances Ensured compliance with licensing laws, health and safety and other statutory regulations. Managed, coached and mentored a team of up to 18 team members Managed two sites, Casino Ajax and Pickering Casino Resort Human Resources Manager (Casino Ajax) - Key accomplishments A strategic and hands on business partner to the business; Provide leadership, direction and guidance on all Human Resource matters including: policies and procedures, recruitment, performance management workforce planning, employment standards, health, safety and wellness attendance management, employee Provide knowledge and guidance on labour relations including: collective bargaining, grievance arbitration, discipline and discharge, performance management, attendance management etc Drive employee engagement and retention through recognition and rewards programs, organizational development and training Implement continuous change management tools and processes to manage change Managed coached and mentored a team of two OW S A R A H E S A U CHRL, MHRM SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE SCI Group (A Canada Post Company) Human Resources Manager - Key Accomplishments Conduct training programs related to recruitment and other HR topics and retention issues Provide strategic Business Partner support and advice to managers and employees on employee relations, performance management, compensation, progressive discipline, rewards and recognition, talent management, and other HR policies and programs Develop, build, and maintain strong partnerships with key client groups (Engineering, Finance, IT, Business Development/Sales and Human Resources) Facilitate talent reviews for succession planning with Department Managers Build, lead and implement companywide HR and Talent Acquisition Strategies and initiatives Engaged change management tools to facilitate the implementation of new programs and policies Leads full cycle recruitment for client groups (Engineering, Finance, IT, Business Development/Sales and Human Resources) Implements employee engagement programs i.e. rewards and recognition program, employee engagement surveys, focus groups Lead the planning, designing, implementation and maintenance of HR policies and practices ensuring consistent application across the HR network