Shavonne Harry

Shavonne Harry 283 Commonside East Mitcham Surrey CR4 1HD Mobile:- E-mail:-LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shavonne-harry-assoc-cipd-aa076351/ Personal Profile As a seasoned recruiter with a passion for attracting and selecting top talent, I have a proven track record of attracting and selecting top-tier candidates. With a solid background in full-cycle recruitment, I bring experience in developing and executing innovative strategies to meet company goals. My strength lies in communication; I excel at building strong partnerships with hiring managers and offering candidates a top-class service throughout the recruitment process. With a keen eye for talent and a dedication to excellence. I am ready to contribute my skills and expertise to drive success within your organisation. Employment History Career Travel Break July 2022 – Feb 2024 I took a career break to travel. In March 2024 I returned to London, and I am focusing on reestablishing my career in HR. Excellent Stores Ltd (Retail company in Trinidad and Tobago) Recruiter – July 2016 – June 2022 • Managed the full recruitment cycle to maintain staffing levels across the organisation. • Successfully recruited and onboarded 800 employees of all levels from entry level to senior management. • Managed high volume recruitment campaigns, consistently filling an average of 15 positions monthly, while maintaining a KPI target of filling positions within 1 month. • Hired roles in Tech, Marketing, Accounting & Finance, Operations and Sales. Including international recruitment, hiring 30 employees for the opening of a new store in St. Lucia. • Partnered with hiring managers to develop job descriptions and job postings, resulting in attracting top candidates. • Developed recruitment plans to source candidates from; online job boards, Facebook, LinkedIn, and educational institutions. • Worked with the Marketing department to create engaging social media posts to strengthen company branding and recruitment efforts. • Leveraged LinkedIn as a key sourcing tool to identify and engage with potential candidates. • Planned successful career fairs to connect with prospective talent and enhance the company's visibility. • Conducted thorough resume reviews and telephone pre-screening to identify and shortlist suitable candidates for interviews. • Conducted candidate interviews alongside hiring managers to assess alignment with behavioural, cultural, and technical requirements. • Developed talent pipelines of qualified candidates, resulting in a notable reduction in the time-to-fill for roles and an enhancement of the overall recruitment process. • Prepared analytical data to offer insights into current hiring trends, facilitating informed decision-making. • Developed and evaluated pre-employment tests and assessments, enhancing the selection process. • Completed referencing and pre-employment screening to ensure the quality and suitability of hires. • Coordinated and scheduled interviews, extending offers to candidates and managed salary negotiations. • Prepared employment contracts and onboarding materials, ensuring a seamless transition for new hires. • Updated organisational charts to reflect changes in staffing and organisational structure. • Conducted recruitment training sessions for hiring managers, enhancing their understanding in talent acquisition. • • • Supported company training initiatives, including an active involvement in customer service and recruitment training. Conducted exit interviews to gather valuable feedback and insights from departing employees. Compiled monthly HR metrics reports and actively contributed to various HR projects. Guidewire Software UK Ltd (Multinational insurance computer software company) Human Resources Administrator EMEA - January 2013 – July 2015 • Responded effectively to management and employee queries, maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction. • Successfully created and managed employment contracts and offer letters for new hires across EMEA, including the UK, Ireland, Germany, Italy, and Poland, ensuring compliance with regional regulations. • Coordinated recruitment efforts, arranging interviews for employees across Europe, resulting in streamlined and efficient hiring processes. • Managed the end-to-end onboarding process for new hires, ensuring a smooth transition into the organisation. • Facilitated internal notifications of promotions, role changes, salary adjustments, and local and international transfers. • Effectively managed the employee separation process, conducting exit interviews to gather valuable feedback for continuous improvement. • Administered employee benefits, collaborating with private health care and pension providers across Europe to ensure comprehensive coverage and support for employees. • Conducted referencing and pre-employment screening, ensuring the quality and suitability of hires. • Utilised the recruitment management system Jobvite to optimise recruitment processes. • Proficiently navigated HR databases ADP and Workday, leveraging technology for efficient record-keeping and data management. Liverpool Victoria (UK financial services and insurance company) Commercial Insurance Administrator - August 2010- January 2013 • Prepared reports and documents. • Delegated tasks in the team's inbox, resulting in an improvement in response time to customers. • Updated the Acturis Brokers insurance database, ensuring data integrity and compliance with industry standards. Education and Qualifications Merton Adult College, London CIPD Certificate in Human Resource Practice (Pass) During the course I covered recruitment and selection, performance and reward management, and employee relations. Kingston University, London BA Honours Business Management, Classification: Upper Second Class: 2:1 Coulsdon College, Surrey A-Levels: Sociology, Psychology and Law, AS Level: Photography Ursuline High School, London 9 GCSE’s Grades A-C, including English and Maths Skills Applicant Tracking System - Jobvite HRIS - Workday Google Drive and Microsoft Office; Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Calendars and scheduling applications. Hobbies and Interests I enjoy using my hands and creating things such as pottery, I am currently learning how to knit and crochet.