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Jessica Alvarez

@jessicaalvarez2

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Executive operations leader optimizing HR, payroll, and C-suite decision-making.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek senior-level operational roles supporting executives where I can optimize HR/payroll systems, streamline processes, and drive cross-functional initiatives in collaborative, growth-oriented organizations.

I am an executive operations and administrative leader with 10+ years supporting C-suite executives, managing HR and payroll operations, and driving organizational efficiency across complex, fast-paced environments. I have a track record of streamlining workflows, strengthening internal communications, and enabling leadership decision-making through structured processes and data accuracy.

I have partnered with Presidents, CEOs, and senior VPs across healthcare, corporate, and academic settings to improve onboarding efficiency, reduce scheduling conflicts, and increase engagement. I bring hands-on HRIS and payroll experience with Workday, ADP, UKG (Kronos), and Paychex, plus project management certification and proven results in cross-functional program delivery.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Chief of Staff / HR Generalist

Current

Excel Health Plans

Jan 2017 - Present (9 years 1 month)

Partnered with the President and CEO on daily operations and strategic initiatives, led HR operations including onboarding and workforce planning, and implemented onboarding plans that improved hiring efficiency by 20%.

Chief of Staff HR Operations Onboarding Workforce Planning ADP Workday Employee Engagement Stakeholder Management

Executive Business Partner

Covetrus

Jan 2024 - Jan 2025 (1 year)

Managed complex executive calendars, global travel, and confidential communications for CCO and senior VPs, led company town halls and leadership events, and streamlined C-suite scheduling conflicts by ~30%.

Executive Support Calendar Management Global Event Planning Confidentiality Town Halls Scheduling

Executive Administrator

Origin Review

Jan 2023 - Jan 2024 (1 year)

Developed structured onboarding workflows to improve team alignment, created executive training materials, managed stakeholder updates, and supported HRIS and payroll processes using Workday and ADP.

Onboarding Workday ADP Payroll Processing HRIS

Executive Assistant

Hach (Danaher Corporation)

Jan 2021 - Jan 2024 (3 years)

Supported global R&D leadership with scheduling, travel, and event planning, coordinated innovation summits and Kaizen events, and acted as project manager overseeing timelines and executive briefs.

Executive Support Travel Coordination Event Planning Project Management Summit Coordination Kaizen Events Scheduling Documentation

Senior Project Manager / Senior Executive Assistant

University of Miami

Jan 2019 - Jan 2021 (2 years)

Directed planning and execution of university programs and partnerships, provided high-level executive support to the Dean, and coordinated cross-department projects to ensure smooth execution of operational priorities.

Program Management Executive Support Stakeholder Management Event Coordination Scheduling Reporting

Processor & Executive Assistant

Giannell Title

Jan 2016 - Jan 2019 (3 years)

Provided executive support to the CEO and managed real estate closings from contract through completion, drafted and negotiated vendor contracts, and maintained detailed records supporting audits and compliance.

Executive Support Contract Drafting & Compliance Records Management Administrative Operations