Amy A. Byrne
8 Glen Gery Road, Shrewsbury
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented Human Resources Professional with a strong background as an HR Business Partner, adept at managing full employee life cycles across diverse global functions. Specializing in Employee Relations, Compensation & Benefits, Training & Development, Performance Management, and Recruitment, I thrive in fast-paced environments, leveraging excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Certified Performance Coach and UC Berkeley program graduate, I bring expertise in fostering high-performing teams and implementing organizational development strategies. With a proven track record at Abbott (formerly Alere Inc.), from Human Resources Generalist to Senior HR Manager, I drive strategic initiatives, talent development, compensation management, and culture promotion.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Sr. HR Manager
Human Resources Business Partner
04.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented strategic HR initiatives aligned with organizational objectives, resulting in enhanced employee engagement and retention.
- Led a team in executing comprehensive talent acquisition strategies, resulting in reduced time-to-fill and increased quality of hires.
- Implemented robust performance management systems and processes, driving a culture of continuous feedback and improvement across the organization.
- Spearheaded the design and delivery of leadership development programs, equipping managers with the skills needed to foster high-performing teams.
HR Manager
Abbott
01.2021 - 04.2023
- Directed and optimized end-to-end recruitment strategies, resulting in a reduction of time-to-hire by 20% and a 15% increase in qualified candidate pool.
- Implemented comprehensive training programs for managers and staff, enhancing workforce productivity and ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations.
- Spearheaded the development and implementation of employee engagement initiatives, resulting in a measurable increase in employee satisfaction scores by 25% within one year.
- Successfully managed complex employee relations issues, resolving conflicts and promoting a positive work environment through effective communication and conflict resolution strategies.
Human Resources Generalist
Abbott
08.2006 - Current
- Enhanced employee satisfaction by implementing effective communication strategies and open-door policies.
- Streamlined HR processes for increased operational efficiency through the development of standard operating procedures.
- Managed talent acquisition process, resulting in improved candidate quality and faster time-to-fill ratios.
- Reduced employee turnover by creating a comprehensive onboarding program for new hires.
HR Employee Services Representative
Big Y Foods, Inc.
02.2004 - 08.2006
- Spearheaded the comprehensive oversight of the full cycle recruitment and selection processes for both exempt and non-exempt employees.
- Led and facilitated engaging management development workshops, focusing on crucial topics such as Sexual Harassment and Performance Evaluation.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless communication and consistent service delivery.
- Coordinated with various departments to resolve complex issues effectively and in a timely manner.
- Offered personalized career counseling, adept conflict resolution, and invaluable support on a spectrum of employee relations matters
Education
Bachelor - Double Major in Psychology & Communications
University of Massachusetts-Amherst
United StateSkills
- Employee Onboarding
- Executive Support
- Benefits Administration
- Talent Acquisition
- HR Metrics Analysis
- HR management
- Recruitment Strategies
- HR Policies Implementation
- Human Resources
- Talent management
- Coaching
- Human Resource Systems/Technology
Certification
- Certified Performance Coach through the University of Strathclyde Glasgow
- Accelerating Change Readiness & Agility - University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business
- Strategic HR Business Partner - Human Capital Institute
- Performance Coaching - University of Strathclyde
- Professional in Human Resources (PHR) - Human Capital Institute
Timeline
Sr. HR Manager
Human Resources Business Partner
04.2023 - Current
HR Manager
Abbott
01.2021 - 04.2023
Human Resources Generalist
Abbott
08.2006 - Current
HR Employee Services Representative
Big Y Foods, Inc.
02.2004 - 08.2006
Bachelor - Double Major in Psychology & Communications
University of Massachusetts-Amherst
- Certified Performance Coach through the University of Strathclyde Glasgow
- Accelerating Change Readiness & Agility - University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business
- Strategic HR Business Partner - Human Capital Institute
- Performance Coaching - University of Strathclyde
- Professional in Human Resources (PHR) - Human Capital Institute
Accomplishments
- Successfully finished the Accelerating Change Readiness and Agility Program at UC Berkeley Executive Education.
- Empowers high-performing teams by implementing organizational development resources and tools, particularly in performance management.
- Proficient in identifying client training needs and delivering tailored solutions, either through internal resources or external vendors.
- Serves as a trusted business advisor to leaders and managers, offering valuable insights on key organizational and management matters, with a focus on employee relations.
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