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Anna Suszycka-Wyjatek

Anna Suszycka-Wyjatek

Warsaw

Summary

Experienced HR professional with over 10 years of success in multinational companies. Proven track record of enhancing organizational performance through strategic HR management. Possessing a diverse range of skills, knowledge, and insight that can greatly contribute to the growth and success of any organization. Senior HR professional consistently driving organizational success through strategic human capital management. Skilled in talent acquisition, employee relations, and performance management with a strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Adept at navigating dynamic environments and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Recognized for reliability, adaptability, and a results-driven approach.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior HR Manager

Marsh McLennan - MMC Group Services
03.2019 - Current
  • Over the past 4 years, I have successfully led the HR activities for the transformation of an 80-person unit into a Shared Service Center with 500+ employees, which is one of my greatest professional achievements to date
  • I am the first point of contact for 115 managers of a legal entity with a headcount of over 800+ employees
  • In the current HR role, my responsibilities include:
  • Partnering with senior management to understand business needs and proactively identify HR solutions to drive organizational priorities;
  • Implementing global and European HR strategies and projects and adapting to local needs and requirements;
  • Contributing to process improvements, and providing local business insights
  • Proactively partnering with internal clients to enhance employee engagement
  • Ensuring compliance with labor regulations and global policies
  • Managing colleague performance and development
  • Overseeing compensation and benefits
  • Promoting inclusion and diversity
  • Coordinating global mobility activities
  • Managing employee relations/ER matters
  • Processed employee claims involving performance issues and harassment.
  • Instructed senior leaders on appropriate employee corrective steps.
  • Evaluated employee onboarding programs and presented strategic improvement recommendations to upper management.
  • Ensured compliance with employment laws, mitigating potential risks to the organization.
  • Implemented succession planning processes, preparing the organization for future leadership transitions.
  • Managed complex HR projects, leading to increased organizational effectiveness and collaboration.
  • Facilitated successful policy implementation and enforcement to maintain legal and operational compliance.
  • Evaluated HR policies and procedures regularly, making recommendations for continuous improvement opportunities.
  • Collaborated with legal and compliance teams to review paperwork, obtain feedback, and procure available information for new training processes.
  • Mentored junior HR professionals on best practices within the field, contributing to their professional development journey as future leaders in the industry.
  • Helped department leaders devise ways to fairly assess employee performance and develop improvement plans.

HR BUSINESS PARTNER

PANDORA CEE
05.2018 - 09.2018
  • Provided HR support to managers and employees;
  • Conducted internal and external recruitment activities as required by business needs
  • Was responsible for developing and implementing a new onboarding program to successfully introduce and integrate new joiners
  • Provided advice and guidance on individual employee-related cases
  • Implemented and maintained HR policies and procedures
  • Devised hiring and recruitment policies for a 100-employee company.
  • Identified HR training needs and conducted training for employees and leadership while recommending approaches to effect continual improvements in business objectives, productivity, and within the company to reach business goals.
  • Partnered with legal counsel to ensure compliance with employment regulations, reducing potential liability risks for the organization.
  • Investigated and liaised with the legal department to respond to complaints of harassment, discrimination, employee grievances, and other sensitive issues.

HR Project Coordinator/ Country Champion

DHL Parcel Polska
01.2016 - 04.2018
  • Was in charge of implementing an international development program for a workforce of approximately 3,500 employees
  • Created a new onboarding program that utilized e-learning, micro-learning formats, and Yammer to effectively introduce and integrate new hires
  • Coordinated the company Talent Development Program for 120 people (led project communication; coordinated the e-learning area; administrated the platform with access to learning resources that supported career development for over 5,000 courses in more than 20 languages/ Cornerstone On Demand)
  • Acted as the intermediary between the country/region and the Program's global project team
  • Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
  • Liaised between departments to facilitate communication and keep appropriate parties updated on project developments.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing favorable terms for cost-effective procurement of resources needed for each project's success.

Employee Benefits Specialist

DHL Parcel Polska
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Performed daily service operations connected with benefits (medical care, life insurance, and others)
  • Counseled employees on a full range of benefits matters
  • Was responsible for ZFŚS (the Company's Social Benefits Fund)
  • Ensured effective and consistent administration including adherence to policies and procedures and meeting service levels
  • Cooperated with benefits providers
  • Proactively spotted areas of improvement and suggested necessary changes and appropriate solutions
  • Assisted employees with complex benefits issues, resolving concerns professionally.
  • Coordinated with the payroll department to ensure accurate deductions related to employee benefit elections.
  • Collaborated with the HR team to onboard new employees, providing thorough orientation on available benefits options.

Employee Benefits Specialist

District Court in Warsaw
01.2012 - 01.2015
  • Organized and implemented training and development activities (e.g
  • Logistics for training events, training venue bookings, negotiating terms, etc.)
  • Selected suppliers of training, conference, and hotel services;
  • Internal communication: administration of the Intranet (in the field of HR/ Training & Development area);
  • Cooperated with various university career offices to organize student exchange programs
  • Assisted employees with complex benefits issues, resolving concerns in a professional manner.
  • Maximized employee understanding of benefits offerings through effective communication initiatives.

Language School Manager

School of Foreign Languages "Fiesta"
01.2005 - 01.2011
  • Managed the language center;
  • Freelance translator and foreign language instructor
  • Developed strong relationships with parents and the community through effective communication and involvement in local events.
  • Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure cost-effective services for the s needs.

Education

Post-graduate program - HR Management

University of Warsaw
Warsaw
01.2011

Master of Arts (M.A.) - English Language and Literature

Adam Mickiewicz University
Poznan
01.2001

Skills

  • Relationship building
  • Analytical thinking
  • Results-driven mindset
  • Strategic thinking
  • Aligning HR initiatives
  • HR policies and procedures
  • Employee Relations
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Labor Relations
  • Labor law compliance
  • Equal employment laws
  • Policy optimization

Timeline

Senior HR Manager

Marsh McLennan - MMC Group Services
03.2019 - Current

HR BUSINESS PARTNER

PANDORA CEE
05.2018 - 09.2018

HR Project Coordinator/ Country Champion

DHL Parcel Polska
01.2016 - 04.2018

Employee Benefits Specialist

DHL Parcel Polska
01.2015 - 01.2016

Employee Benefits Specialist

District Court in Warsaw
01.2012 - 01.2015

Language School Manager

School of Foreign Languages "Fiesta"
01.2005 - 01.2011

Post-graduate program - HR Management

University of Warsaw

Master of Arts (M.A.) - English Language and Literature

Adam Mickiewicz University
Anna Suszycka-Wyjatek