Rhea Ocares
@rheaocares
HR Manager and HR operations leader with 17+ years improving hiring, compliance, and workforce workflows.
What I'm looking for
I’m a results-driven HR and Administrative professional with 17+ years supporting multi-entity organizations and distributed teams. I’ve led end-to-end HR across five companies (500+ employees), supervised HR/Admin staff, and strengthened HR policies, SOPs, and internal controls to improve clarity and operational efficiency.
I also bring deep compensation and benefits expertise, managing 1,200+ employees nationwide and leading the transition from manual to automated payroll systems. In remote environments, I currently support business operations by managing client communication and digital tools, maintaining accurate records, and coordinating administrative logistics with a focus on accuracy, confidentiality, and high-priority execution.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Admin & Digital Operations Support
RRCS OBD Scanner and Auto Accessories Shop
Jan 2024 - Present (2 years 5 months)
Managed Facebook Ads campaigns by analyzing performance data and optimizing audience targeting. Coordinated daily remote operations, client inquiries, purchasing, inventory tracking, logistics, and quotations to support sales and lead generation.
HR Supervisor / Acting HR Manager
Unison Group of Companies
Aug 2020 - Feb 2026 (5 years 6 months)
Led HR operations across five companies with 500+ employees and supervised six HR/Admin staff, owning end-to-end recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and offboarding. Developed HR policies and SOPs, handled disciplinary cases for labor compliance, and improved HR workflows to increase operational efficiency.
HR & Administration Supervisor
Travellers Insurance and Surety Corp.
Jul 2019 - May 2020 (10 months)
Supervised HR and administrative operations for ~200 employees and managed 10 team members. Streamlined HR processes, implemented HR/admin policies and procedures, and handled employee relations and disciplinary cases.
Compensation & Benefits Supervisor
Inspira Group of Companies
Feb 2017 - Jul 2019 (2 years 5 months)
Managed compensation and benefits for 1,200+ employees nationwide, implementing structured compensation programs and improving HR processes. Led the transition from manual to automated payroll while strengthening compliance, reporting, and documentation.
HR Specialist (Supervisory Level)
United Asia Automotive Group, Inc.
Jan 2015 - Jan 2017 (2 years)
Supported HR operations for ~800 employees across multiple business units and supervised HR/Admin staff to ensure timely resolution of HR concerns. Managed recruitment, onboarding, and employee discipline and recommended process improvements.
Recruitment & Employee Relations
Meatworld International, Inc.
Oct 2012 - Nov 2014 (2 years 1 month)
Managed recruitment and employee relations for 600 employees nationwide with ownership of end-to-end hiring and disciplinary processes. Supported employee engagement initiatives and strengthened internal coordination for HR outcomes.
HR Assistant
Puregold Junior Supermarket, Inc.
Dec 2009 - Sep 2012 (2 years 9 months)
Managed full HR operations for ~150 employees at branch level, including recruitment, timekeeping, employee relations, and HR documentation. Maintained HR records and supported compliance requirements for daily HR execution.
HR Assistant (Project-Based)
Sevilla Candle Factory, Inc.
Apr 2009 - Sep 2009 (5 months)
Supported recruitment activities and assisted with psychological testing administration. Helped source candidates through partnership and provided administrative support to HR operations.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Eulogio 'Amang' Rodriguez Institute of Science and Technology
Bachelor of Science, Industrial Psychology
Earned a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Psychology from EARIST.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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