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Marlena Ervin

@marlenaervin

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Strategic HR Business Partner with international experience and results-driven approach.

United Kingdom

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role in a dynamic organization that values collaboration, innovation, and professional growth.

I am a strategic and results-driven HR Business Partner with extensive international experience across the UK, EMEA, and beyond. My proven track record includes delivering HR consultancy services and leading complex projects, such as TUPE transfers, while aligning HR strategies with overarching business goals. I am passionate about fostering a positive and supportive work environment, utilizing my skills in relationship building, talent management, and strategic HR initiatives to make a meaningful impact.

Throughout my career, I have cultivated partnerships with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to drive business-aligned HR strategies. My expertise in navigating diverse employment legislation and managing global mobility has enabled me to deliver expert people services to international stakeholders. I have successfully led change management initiatives and designed HR policies that adhere to global best practices, ensuring compliance and operational excellence.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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HR Business Partner

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HH Global

Oct 2021 - Present (3 years 9 months)

Delivered expert HR consultancy to global stakeholders, ensuring compliance with local laws and internal policies across performance management, absence, maternity, and employee relations. Advised on employment legislation globally in multiple jurisdictions including the Netherlands, Belgium, Turkey, South Africa, UAE, UK, and Saudi Arabia.

HR Consulting HR Compliance Employee Relations Change Management HR Policies Performance Management Global Mobility Due Diligence

HR Advisor

The AA

May 2017 - Oct 2021 (4 years 5 months)

Worked within the financial services industry, facilitating a wide range of HR processes and developing collaborative relationships with stakeholders. Provided support and coaching to management on employee relations issues and HR policies, including absence, redundancy, disciplinary, grievance, and performance management.

Employee Relations HR Policies Data Analysis Contract Review Project Management Recruitment Workforce Planning Stakeholder Management

Recruitment Resourcer

Merit Recruitment

Jan 2017 - Mar 2017 (2 months)

Executed proactive sourcing and headhunting of high-potential candidates for niche and hard-to-fill roles. Led end-to-end candidate screening and assessment, ensuring alignment with role requirements and conducting reference checks.

Candidate Sourcing Head Hunting Job Advertisements Interview Coordination Employer Branding Candidate Assessments

Delivery Consultant

Q People Solutions

Jul 2016 - Jan 2017 (6 months)

Maintained candidate engagement and communication, enhancing the candidate experience and collaborating cross-functionally to deliver tailored recruitment solutions. Owned end-to-end candidate lifecycle management, from application tracking to onboarding, ensuring a seamless and efficient process.

Professional Networking Talent Acquisition Onboarding

Trainee Delivery Consultant

Advantage Resourcing

Jul 2015 - Jul 2016 (1 year)

Recruited top-tier talent across critical disciplines for high-profile Public Sector and Government organisations. Managed full cycle recruitment operations, including candidate sourcing, vacancy management, and client engagement.

Recruitment Candidate Sourcing Vacancy Management Client Engagement CV Submissions Interview Coordination Payroll Operations

Central Operations Group Administrator

Advantage Resourcing

Mar 2014 - Jun 2015 (1 year 3 months)

Managed key client accounts, ensuring seamless service delivery and stakeholder satisfaction. Processed high volume payroll and invoicing operations with precision, supporting approximately 1,500 contractors weekly.

Payroll Processing Invoicing System Administration Query Resolution GDPR Compliance