Amare Levoné
Human Resource
Antrim
Summary
A seasoned HR professional with a robust track record across multiple sectors, specializing in employee relations, talent acquisition, And strategic HR management. Demonstrated expertise in enhancing organizational culture, implementing innovative HR strategies, And driving employee engagement. Proficient in managing complex HR operations And building high-performing teams that align with business objectives. And CIPD Level 5 qualified HR Business Partner with over 20 years of global experience in driving strategic initiatives, designing and implementing talent acquisition strategies, and aligning HR practices with business objectives. Proven success in managing diverse HR disciplines, including Reward, HR Operations, Payroll, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), and Employee Engagement across EMEA, APAC, and North America.
Skilled in developing and executing comprehensive HR policies and streamlined operational procedures, fostering inclusive workplace cultures, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Experienced in scaling HR functions for both large enterprises and high-growth start-ups, successfully building and managing international teams of over 100 employees while driving cultural and organizational transformation.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Senior HR Consultant & HRIS Data Analyst
Journey HR
London
11.2023 - Current
- Consulted for 5 companies on retainer, creating HR strategies aligned with business objectives.
- Conducted engagement surveys and focus groups, delivering actionable insights.
- Led succession planning and coached managers on team development.
- Reported to senior leadership, enhancing company culture and employee engagement.
- Assessed employee engagement levels through surveys and focus groups, implementing actionable feedback for continuous improvement.
- Improved workplace culture by initiating diversity and inclusion initiatives, resulting in higher employee satisfaction levels
Standalone Head of HR Operations
MPCH Labs
London
12.2021 - Current
- Established HR functions, focusing on hiring, retention, and development.
- Designed risk and controls frameworks, reducing losses in HR operations.
- Onboarded 80 employees, achieving significant cost savings compared to agency spend.
- Oversaw benefits administration, providing competitive offerings while maintaining cost-effectiveness for the organization.
- Designed and implemented succession planning initiatives, preparing the organization for future leadership transitions.
HR Director EMEA
Keysight Technologies Inc.
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Oversaw recruitment processes for 630+ new roles, developing talent acquisition strategies aligned with business objectives.
- Led a recruitment team across three countries, utilizing data to improve recruitment efforts.
- Directed benefits administration process, leading to increased employee understanding and utilization of available offerings.
- Reduced time spent on administrative tasks, allowing HR team members to focus on strategic initiatives.
Senior Global HR Manager
Cult Wines International
12.2021 - 01.2023
- Managed HR processes globally, supporting career planning and performance management.
- Developed HR policies ensuring compliance with employment law and regulations.
- Guided leaders and employees on company policies, programs, benefits and salary administration.
- Led decision-making and implementation of HR policies, procedures, programs and functions.
- Managed employee relations, investigating and resolving conflicts to maintain a positive work environment.
Global HR Director (Americas, Europe, APAC)
SGS & Co and Marks
06.2021 - 09.2022
- Recruited for 1,400+ new roles globally, leading a team of 12 recruiters across multiple regions.
- Developed and executed recruiting strategies, recognized for KPI tracking and reporting.
- Streamlined recruitment processes for increased efficiency and reduced timetohire.
- Fostered strong relationships between HR departments worldwide enabling effective communication channels among team members.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to define long-term workforce planning strategies and identify emerging skill gaps within the organization.
Career Development and Employee Engagement Special
Various Organizations
08.2019 - 02.2022
- Supervised HR functions from onboarding to payroll, ensuring high-performing business operations.
- Led initiatives during the COVID-19 pandemic, creating online schools for key workers and vulnerable children.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Global Recruitment Lead
New York Times
04.2001 - 06.2021
- Managed recruitment for T-Brand, enhancing workforce data strategy and establishing new recruitment frameworks.
- Led diversity-focused recruitment campaigns, increasing the diversity of the candidate pipeline by 25%.
- Organized recruiting events such as career fairs and networking sessions, fostering connections with potential candidates while promoting company culture.
- Reduced recruitment costs by negotiating favorable contracts with vendors, job boards, and other service providers.
- Championed diversity initiatives within the organization, driving inclusive hiring practices that resulted in a more diverse workforce.
- Managed high-volume requisitions across multiple departments while maintaining an organized workflow and consistently meeting deadlines.
HR Manager / Multisite Manager
Cirata Ltd
01.2020 - 03.2021
- Accountable for HR operations across UK and EMEA, leading transformational projects.
- Improved employee engagement and retention through individualized career progression plans.
- Managed employee relations issues professionally, resolving conflicts efficiently while maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Monitored and handled employee claims involving performance-based and harassment incidents.
Education
MBA - Master of Business Administration
University of Ulster
Antrim, UK 04.2001 -
BBA - Business And Human Resources Management
University of The West of Scotland
Scotland 04.2001 -
BBA - BA (Hons) in Psychology
Dublin Business School,
Dublin Business School 04.2001 -
GED -
Robert Gordon University
Aberdeen 04.2001 -
BBA - Business Studies And Human Resource Management, 2
London South Bank University
London 04.2001 -
Skills
Human Resources Management
- HR Business Partnering (CIPD Level 5)
- Talent Acquisition and Recruitment (10 years)
- Employee Relations and Case Handling (Grievance, Disciplinary)
- Compensation and Benefits Administration
- Performance Management and Employee Engagement
- Crisis Management and Dispute Resolution
- Change and Transformation Management
- Regulatory Compliance and Employment Law
- People Development and Leadership
- Proficient in HRIS (Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, Ceridian, ADP, PeopleSoft)
- Advanced Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams)
- Data Analysis and Reporting (Excel, Power BI, Tableau, Basic SQL)
- Project Management Tools (Jira, Confluence)
- ATS and RPO Expertise (Greenhouse, iCims, Workable)
- HR Data Analytics and Automation
Strategic Planning and Implementation
- Change Management and Organizational Restructuring
- Succession Planning and Talent Management
- Strategic Business Planning and Identifying Barriers
- Budget Management and Cost Saving Initiatives
- Process Improvement and Systems Optimization
Interpersonal and Communication Skills
- Strong Stakeholder Management and Relationship Building
- Excellent Communication and Negotiation Skills
- Team Leadership and Coaching/Mentoring
- Ability to Have Difficult Conversations
- Collaborative Attitude and "Can-Do" Spirit
Project and Data Management
- Multi-Project Balancing and Resource Management
- ETL: Data Cleansing, Auditing, and Reporting
- HR Project Management and Policy Development
- Designing and Delivering DEI Initiatives
- Commitment to Creating Inclusive Workplace Cultures
Accomplishments
- Policy Creation and Implementation: Responsible for the development and delivery of new HR and OD policies, enhancing organizational efficiency and compliance with employment laws.
- Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives: Led initiatives to foster an equitable and inclusive workplace culture across all staff levels.
- Crisis Management: Contributed to the creation of an online school infrastructure during the Coronavirus pandemic, ensuring continuity of education.
- Employee Training: Conducted Safeguarding and ‘Prevent’ programmes to increase staff awareness and knowledge on critical issues.
- Absence Management: Developed and implemented a new absence structure aimed at reducing absenteeism and associated costs over a five-year plan.
- Strategic HR Planning: Collaborated with senior management to align HR strategies with the overall company goals, ensuring strategic objectives were met.
- Performance Management: Oversaw performance management and talent acquisition processes to enhance organizational capability.
- Budget Management: Effectively managed the HR budget, optimizing resource allocation.
- Research and Analysis: Conducted thorough research and analysis of organizational trends to inform strategic decisions.
- Workplace Culture: Established a safe and inclusive work environment, promoting employee well-being.
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Certification
Student Member, Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD)
Timeline
Student Member, Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD)
06-2026
MCIPD Level 7
05-2024
Certificate in Data and SQL
01-2024
Certificate - Test User: Occupational Personality & Occupational Ability
12-2023
Senior HR Consultant & HRIS Data Analyst
Journey HR
11.2023 - Current
CIPD Diploma in Human Resource Management
02-2023
HR Director EMEA
Keysight Technologies Inc.
09.2022 - 04.2023
CIPD Level 5 Diploma
08-2022
Standalone Head of HR Operations
MPCH Labs
12.2021 - Current
Senior Global HR Manager
Cult Wines International
12.2021 - 01.2023
Global HR Director (Americas, Europe, APAC)
SGS & Co and Marks
06.2021 - 09.2022
HR Manager / Multisite Manager
Cirata Ltd
01.2020 - 03.2021
Career Development and Employee Engagement Special
Various Organizations
08.2019 - 02.2022
MBA - Master of Business Administration
University of Ulster
04.2001 -
BBA - Business And Human Resources Management
University of The West of Scotland
04.2001 -
BBA - BA (Hons) in Psychology
Dublin Business School,
04.2001 -
GED -
Robert Gordon University
04.2001 -
BBA - Business Studies And Human Resource Management, 2
London South Bank University
04.2001 -
Global Recruitment Lead
New York Times
04.2001 - 06.2021
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