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Jessa Jane E.

Angono, Philippines

$22/hr
4.8
19 jobs

Are you seeking an accomplished professional with a proven track record in talent acquisition, HR operations, and social media management? Look no further! With over 8 years of experience across diverse industries, I bring a unique blend of expertise in recruitment, employee lifecycle management, and digital marketing strategies. Here's a snapshot of what I offer: 🔍 Talent Acquisition & Recruitment Expertise: From end-to-end recruitment for multinational clients to proactive sourcing and shortlisting, I excel in identifying top talent that aligns with organizational objectives. My experience spans coordinating with hiring managers, conducting initial screenings, and managing the entire recruitment lifecycle. 💼 HR Operations & Employee Engagement: I have a solid background in HR operations, including onboarding/offboarding processes, access management, and employee benefits administration. I specialize in enhancing employee experiences through innovative initiatives and fostering a positive workplace culture. 📊 Data-Driven Insights & Reporting: Proficient in generating comprehensive reports and conducting data analysis to drive informed decision-making. I have a proven track record of providing actionable insights to senior management, enabling them to optimize recruitment strategies and improve operational efficiency. 🚀 Social Media Management & Content Creation: As a skilled social media manager and content creator, I have successfully crafted engaging campaigns, managed social media calendars, and coordinated marketing activities. My strategic approach ensures cohesive brand messaging and increased online visibility. 🤝 Client Relationship Management: With a focus on building strong client relationships, I have effectively collaborated with stakeholders at all levels to understand their requirements and deliver tailored solutions. My proactive communication style and commitment to excellence ensure client satisfaction and project success. Let's collaborate to elevate your talent acquisition efforts, streamline HR operations, and amplify your brand presence across digital platforms. Whether you need assistance with recruitment, HR strategy development, or social media management, I'm here to help you achieve your goals.

  • Employee Onboarding
  • Staff Recruitment & Management
  • HR & Business Services
  • SAP SuccessFactors
  • Recruiting
  • Payroll Accounting
  • HR Policy
  • Event Planning
  • Oracle Taleo
  • Team Management
  • Notion
  • Client Management
  • Project Management
  • Human Resource Information System
Cessna Jean H.

Mandaue City, Philippines

$8/hr
5.0
13 jobs

𝐈𝐬 𝐇𝐑 𝐚𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐮𝐩 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞? I help startups and growing companies build people systems that actually work — so you can focus on scaling. With 9+ years of hands-on HR and administrative experience across IT/Tech, Real Estate, and global markets (UK, North America, APAC), I've supported founders and teams by building solid HR foundations, recruiting great people, and keeping day-to-day operations running smoothly. What I've actually delivered: 🎯 Reduced time-to-hire by 30% through smarter recruitment workflows 💰 Achieved 15% cost savings through vendor negotiations ⚙️ Built complete HR systems for 2 companies from the ground up 👥 Managed payroll & HR compliance for 100+ employees 🌍 Supported a UK-based company 100% remotely — seamlessly 🥇 How I Can Help You: 👉 HR Administration — policies, handbooks, compliance, benefits, employee records 👉 Full-Cycle Recruitment — sourcing, screening, interviews, offers, onboarding/offboarding 👉 Performance Management — evaluation systems, KPIs, employee development 👉 Employee Relations — engagement, disciplinary processes, retention 👉 Payroll & Benefits Support — processing, administration, benchmarking 👉 Billing & Invoicing — client billing, accuracy, cost tracking 👉 Operations Support — process improvement, SOP creation, vendor management 👉 Virtual Assistance — email & calendar management, data entry, scheduling 👉 Admin Support — document management, reporting, office coordination 💎 Tools I Work With: HR: SuccessFactors · GreytHR · BrightHR · Lever · Checkr · Culture Amp · Justworks PM: Asana · Notion · Trello · Monday-com · Basecamp · ClickUp Finance: Xero · Chargebee · Tradeshift · ADP · Bill-com Comms: Slack · Zoom · Lark · Google Workspace · Microsoft 365 Docs: PandaDoc · DocuSign · Canva ✅ I work best with: — Startups and small businesses that need reliable HR and admin support — Founders and managers who need a proactive right-hand person — Remote-first teams that need someone dependable and self-sufficient 📩 Interested in working together? Send me a message and let's chat about what you need. I'll be straightforward about whether I'm the right fit — and if I am, we can hit the ground running. 📝 Available for: Hourly · Part-Time · Full-Time · Project-Based · Retainer

  • Invoicing
  • Recruiting
  • Human Resource Management
  • Human Resource Information System
  • Administrative Support
  • Applicant Tracking Systems
  • Xero
  • HR & Recruiting Software
  • Staff Recruitment & Management
  • HR & Business Services
  • Startup Company
  • CRM Software
  • Candidate Sourcing
  • Human Resources
  • Business Operations
Karina A.

San Juan, Philippines

$20/hr
5.0
41 jobs

I have eight years of experience in all facets of Human Resources - End to end recruitment, onboarding, offboarding, timekeeping, payroll, employee relations, employee engagements and grievances. I also do back office tasks like admin, research and data entry. I am now working remotely as an HR Specialist and I've already worked with different clients and businesses. I am knowledgeable with different web applications used and also with HIPAA and ADP. I handle the most tedious tasks of being an HR while you do what you do best.

  • Microsoft Office
  • Email Communication
  • Administrative Support
  • Recruiting
  • Email Etiquette
  • Compensation & Benefits
  • Human Resource Management
  • Payroll Accounting
  • Human Resource Information System
  • Filing
  • Staffing Needs
Rasel L.

Calamba City, Philippines

$14/hr
5.0
8 jobs

Empowering Your Talent Strategy and Cultivating a Thriving Workforce ✨✨✨✨ I am a dedicated HR professional with a proven track record of driving impactful results across the entire employee lifecycle. My expertise lies in attracting top-tier talent, cultivating strong employee relationships, and optimizing performance management to build a thriving and productive workforce. Here's how I can contribute to your organization's success: 🏋️Strategic Talent Acquisition: I excel in full-cycle recruitment, particularly within the competitive IT landscape. My approach includes proactive passive sourcing, engaging content creation, and effective use of digital platforms to identify and secure the best candidates. I'm adept at building strong partnerships with hiring managers and have a proven history of successfully filling critical roles. 🫶Global Employee Engagement & Relations: I am skilled in fostering positive employee relations across diverse global teams. By implementing effective communication strategies and engaging remote activities, I build trust and ensure alignment. I also leverage data from exit interviews and engagement surveys to provide actionable insights for continuous improvement. 📊Performance Optimization & Development: I drive performance enhancement through targeted feedback, personalized development plans, and the establishment of clear career progression frameworks. My experience includes analyzing performance data to identify areas for growth and streamlining performance review processes for maximum impact. 📝Efficient HR Operations & Compliance: I am committed to creating streamlined and compliant HR processes across various functions, including recruitment, onboarding, offboarding, and leave management. My focus on accuracy and efficiency ensures smooth HR operations. 💪Executive Assistance: Providing reliable administrative support, including managing logistics, inventories, flight & hotel bookings and schedules. I am eager to discuss how my comprehensive HR skill set can contribute to your organization's specific goals and help you build a high-performing, engaged, and successful team.🌟

  • Employee Feedback
  • Employee Communications
  • Performance Management
  • HR & Business Services
  • Counseling Psychology
  • Administrative Support
  • Human Resource Management
  • Data Entry
  • Sourcing
  • Resume Screening
  • Candidate Interviewing
  • Employee Relations
  • Benchmarking
  • Calendar Management
Mia Joy S.

Bacoor, Philippines

$25/hr
4.9
39 jobs

Top-Rated Plus on Upwork Since 2018 | HR Manager | People Operations | Training & Development | Executive Support With over 14 years of experience, I build and scale high-performing HR functions for global teams and global clients. I specialize in structuring HR operations, improving workflows, and driving performance, accountability, and team development across fast-growing businesses. I work closely with CEOs, founders, and operations leaders to ensure HR is not just administrative, but a core driver of business growth. I have supported companies across the US, Australia, UK, and globally distributed teams, managing employees, contractors, casuals, and freelance staff across industries including law firms, CPA firms, fintech, construction, staffing, and digital businesses. Clients & Industries Supported Atom Modular (Australia – modular construction)
 Ethen Ostroff Law (US law firm – personal injury)
 Attorney Assistant and Turn Key Ops (US staffing firms)
 Gelt (CPA firm – US, UK, Israel)
 Halo Labs (Australian FinTech)
 Tax Goddess (US CPA firm)
 PlantSwitch (US manufacturing)
 Venture Beyond (UK agency)
 Integral Associate (US training and development)
 LeClaire Enterprises (US real estate) Core areas of expertise: * Building HR departments from the ground up * Designing SOPs, onboarding systems, and scalable processes * Developing KPI frameworks and performance management systems * Leading full-cycle recruitment and talent strategy * Managing global teams across offshore and onshore operations * Driving training and development programs across departments * Supporting compliance across multiple countries * Overseeing contractor and employee lifecycle management Training and Development Leadership I have led and managed training departments, including overseeing trainers and building structured learning programs across teams. I have also developed training materials and onboarding systems specifically for law firms, including personal injury and workers’ compensation practices, ensuring teams are equipped with both technical and client-facing skills. Proven Talent Placement I have successfully placed top-tier talent across multiple industries, from entry-level to executive roles, including customer service, sales, IT, engineering, healthcare, finance, marketing, and legal roles such as workers’ compensation, personal injury, and paralegals. Executive Support Experience With 6 years of experience supporting CEOs, I bring a strong business and operational mindset into HR. I have worked as a strategic partner, supporting decision-making and execution across business operations. Tools & Systems HRIS, Payroll & Workforce Management: Rippling, Deel, BambooHR, Workday, Employment Hero, Zelt, Freshteam, ADP Recruitment & Talent Acquisition: LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, ZipRecruiter, JazzHR, Toptal AI & Automation Tools: ChatGPT, ClaudeAI, HireVue, VideoAsk, Miro, MURAL Project & Workflow Management: Monday, ClickUp, Asana, Trello, Jira, Notion, Zapier CRM Systems: Salesforce, HubSpot, Zoho, Pipedrive Payroll & Finance (including AU payroll): Xero, Odoo, Airwallex, Ramp Training & Learning Platforms: Moodle, LearnDash Communication & Collaboration: Slack, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Google Meet One thing I’ve learned over the years is that great teams and strong systems drive great results. Thank you for reviewing my profile. I would welcome the opportunity to connect.

  • Administrative Support
  • Online Chat Support
  • Customer Service
  • Staff Recruitment & Management
  • Social Media Management
  • IT Recruiting
  • LinkedIn Recruiting
Maria Isabel L.

Talisay City, Philippines

$30/hr
5.0
19 jobs

⭐ Top 1% Upwork Expert-Vetted Professional ⭐ 100% Job Success Score ⭐ Trusted by clients for 17+ years on Upwork (formerly Elance & oDesk) ⭐ $200K+ in Career Earnings Across Long-Term Client Partnerships ⭐ Over 13,000 Hours Supporting Founders, Executives, and Growth-Oriented Organizations Worldwide Most business challenges are people, process, or execution challenges in disguise. For more than two decades, I have helped startups, growth-stage companies, and established organizations build high-performing teams, optimize operations, solve complex workforce challenges, and scale sustainably. My expertise extends beyond traditional Human Resources and Recruiting. I partner with founders, business owners, executives, and leadership teams to develop the people strategies, operational systems, and organizational structures that enable growth. My experience spans startups to Fortune 500 organizations across Immigration Law, Technology, Real Estate, Hospitality, E-Commerce, Supply Chain, Professional Services, Events, and Blockchain. Throughout my career, I have built HR functions from the ground up, led global recruiting initiatives, streamlined operations, managed strategic projects, and served as a trusted advisor to organizations navigating growth, transformation, and change. One of my proudest accomplishments was helping scale a startup from 5 employees to more than 80 employees within its first year while contributing to a 4x increase in revenue within two years. I have also partnered with organizations across Asia, North America, Europe, Australia, and the Middle East, helping them strengthen leadership capability, improve organizational effectiveness, and build scalable foundations for long-term success. 𝗔𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗲 🎯 Strategic Human Resources Leadership 🔎 Talent Acquisition & Executive Search 📈 Scaling Startups & Growth-Stage Organizations 🏗️ Organizational Development 💰 Compensation & Benefits Strategy 🌟 Leadership Development 📊 Performance Management 🤝 Culture Building & Employee Engagement 🔄 Change Management ⚙️ Operations Management 📋 Project Management 🚀 Process Improvement & Automation 📖 Policy & Procedure Development 🏢 Organizational Design 🔹 Business Transformation 💼 Client Relationship Management 🎯 Stakeholder Engagement 🌐 Cross-Functional Leadership 🧠 Business Consulting & Advisory 🏠 Remote Workforce Management ⚖️ Risk Mitigation & Conflict Resolution 🎓 Training & Capability Development Whether you need a strategic recruiting partner, an experienced HR leader, an operations consultant, a project manager, or a trusted advisor to help bring structure and scalability to your organization, I bring both the strategic perspective and hands-on execution needed to deliver results. If you're looking for someone who understands both the people side and the business side of growth, let's connect.

  • Employee Communications
  • Candidate Evaluation
  • Candidate Interviewing
  • HR & Business Services
  • Human Resource Management
  • Recruiting
  • Employee Relations
  • Email Communication
  • Administrative Support
  • Customer Service
  • Human Resources Consulting
  • Office 365
  • Applicant Tracking Systems
  • Human Resource Information System

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