April Schirmer

Experienced HR Manager with experience in driving organizational success through strategic HR initiatives. Skilled in developing and implementing HR policies and programs to enhance employee engagement, retention, and productivity. Adept at recruitment, employee relations, training, and organizational development. Experienced in building and leading high-performing HR team to foster a positive workplace culture and drive employee satisfaction. Passionate about driving organizational excellence and creating a supportive environment for employees to thrive. Key Skills: - HR Strategy and Planning - Talent Acquisition, Recruitment, and Onboarding - Employee Relations - Training and Development Programs - Compliance and Policy Development - Employment Law

- Developed applicant sources by conducting research through multiple channels, such as job posting websites, headhunting, and referrals. Interview candidates, perform reference checks, assess candidates with line managers, and negotiate salaries - In close collaboration with line managers to identify training needs and gaps. Planned training sessions and courses, managed and tracked training budget. Assisted employees in honing and expanding their talents Key achievements: - Generated approximately 90 percent savings on permanent contract placement - Maintained recruitment process within a dedicated timeframe - Established a rapport with the outsourcing agency and reduced hiring gaps - Increased staff participation in external and internal training from less than 20 percent to 90 percent - From the first year to today remained a top performer and was chosen as one of the company's talents

- Built long-term relationships with clients - Recognized and strived to meet clients' hiring needs - Searched for potential candidates, including active and passive candidates, using hiring databases, social media, headhunting, and referrals - Assessed applications and resumes. Screened, interviewed, and matched applicants to job positions

- Assisted with all internal and external HR-related inquiries or requests - Maintained and managed of employees' records - Performed orientations and updated records of new staffs - Coordinated training sessions and seminars - Created and submitted reports on general HR activities