Lala Soltanli
@lalasoltanli
HR professional driving people programs, performance, and engagement using data-informed HRIS insights.
What I'm looking for
I am an HR professional with seven years of experience partnering with people managers to improve employee performance, engagement, and team effectiveness across fast-paced organizations. I specialize in employee relations, performance management, coaching support, and end-to-end people-program execution, using HRIS and Workday insights to deliver practical, data-driven solutions.
I have led workforce analyses, standardized HR processes, and implemented protocols that reduced onboarding errors by 40% and improved retention and engagement metrics through targeted training and recognition programs. I am a trusted, hands-on partner who navigates ambiguity, supports change initiatives, and reinforces a respectful, inclusive culture while producing executive-ready deliverables and repeatable operational documentation.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
HR Generalist
Seven Hills Foundation
May 2023 - Dec 2025 (2 years 7 months)
Conducted workforce and compliance analysis for a 500+ employee organization and standardized HR processes, reducing onboarding errors by 40% while improving data integrity and operational consistency.
People Operations & Development Lead
State EmploymentAgency
Jul 2021 - Jan 2023 (1 year 6 months)
Led people operations and development programs, improving retention by 20% and raising engagement survey results by 28% through training, recognition programs, and streamlined HR workflows that cut request turnaround to 16 hours.
People Operations Senior Specialist
Pasha Group
Jan 2019 - Jul 2021 (2 years 6 months)
Authored 36 process guides, led full-cycle talent acquisition for 115 roles, managed onboarding for 129 hires, and handled 75+ employee relations matters quarterly to improve HR consistency and hiring outcomes.
L&D Specialist
LIB Language School
Nov 2011 - Jan 2019 (7 years 2 months)
Conducted quarterly needs assessments and closed 95% of skill gaps within 6 months via targeted learning programs, digitized records, and managed training partnerships to improve participation and performance outcomes.
HR Learning and Development Specialist
LIB Language School
Nov 2011 - Jan 2019 (7 years 2 months)
Conducted needs assessments and gap analyses, addressing 95% of skill gaps within six months via targeted learning programs and digitized training records to improve participation and KPI achievement.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
The George Washington University
Master of Arts, Human Development & Education
2020 - 2022
Grade: 3.8
Completed an M.A. in Human Development & Education with focus on applied research methods, organizational behavior, and evidence-based decision-making; developed qualitative and quantitative analysis skills to inform leadership and organizational strategy.
George Washington University
Master of Arts, Human Development & Education
2020 - 2022
Grade: 3.8
Completed M.A. in Human Development & Education with emphasis on applied research methods, organizational behavior, and translating complex findings into actionable insights for leadership and strategy.
Georgia State University
Master of Business Administration, Operations Management
2014 - 2016
Grade: 3.9
Completed an M.B.A. with emphasis in Operations Management, focusing on data-driven operations, process optimization, and performance measurement to support strategic planning and continuous improvement.
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