Kyla Wills

- Lead end-to-end recruiting, from role definition and sourcing to candidate experience and close. - Build and manage People Operations including onboarding, performance, and benefits programs to support a growing, high-caliber team. - Own complex event logistics for international conferences, workshops, and seminars advancing global dialogue on mirror biology risks. - Provide operational and project management support to science and policy teams on critical initiatives. - Develop and scale people and program functions from the ground up.

- Led a high-performing team of 20 Senior HRBPs and Advisors, delivering strategic people operations for a 6,000-employee organization - Drove a 25% increase in the team’s employee engagement within the first six months. - Orchestrated the delivery of critical organizational programs, including Performance Management, Employee Experience, Succession Planning, Strategic Workforce Development and Leadership Development, ensuring alignment with business objectives - Served as a strategic advisor to executive leadership, providing counsel on a full suite of complex HR matters. - Championed data-driven decision making, create new reports and dashboards to solve data-deficits. - Transformed legacy workflows by identifying inefficiencies and deploying automation technology to streamline daily operations.

- Serve as a member of the executive leadership team, leading all aspects of People & Culture and Business Operations along with wearing many other hats - Joined as employee #3 and played a pivotal role in scaling the company and building a high-performing team of over 40 employees. - Recognized as one of Canada's Best Startup Employers by Forbes, highlighting the company's strong company culture and commitment to employee satisfaction.

- Served as a strategic consultant to local tech companies, providing expert guidance across a diverse spectrum of business functions, including business development, human resources, fundraising strategies, and government relations. - Successfully facilitated large-scale recruitment events both domestically and internationally, expanding talent pools and contributing to organizational growth. - Advocated effectively for the priorities of the tech sector at all levels of government, influencing policy decisions and fostering a supportive business environment.

- Spearheaded and executed impactful employee engagement initiatives, fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture for a team of over 2500 employees through engaging in-person events and activities. - Led and coordinated large-scale strategic talent acquisition initiatives, including large-scale international recruitment events, attracting top talent from diverse global markets and expanding the company's talent pool from 700 to 2500 employees within two years. - Provided expert guidance and counsel on all aspects of employee relations, ensuring strict adherence to all relevant government laws and regulations while minimizing organizational risk. - Served as a key liaison with all levels of government on matters related to work permits & immigration, workforce planning and employer concerns, building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders. - Provided mentorship and coaching to direct reports and junior staff members, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance. - Developed and successfully implemented a comprehensive employee lifecycle program, encompassing onboarding, development, and retention strategies, with a specific focus on optimizing the experience for overseas hires.

- Demonstrated strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills, achieving mutually beneficial outcomes - Exhibited meticulous attention to detail and accuracy while drafting and reviewing contracts, court documents, regulations and policies. - Built strong client relationships and provided empathetic support to those facing challenging personal and professional situations. - Exercised strong analytical and problem-solving skills, identifying and mitigating potential risks and challenges to ensure the best possible outcomes for all stakeholders. - Actively contributed to successful recruitment campaigns, employer branding initiatives, and employee engagement programs.

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