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Michael K.

Dallas, Texas

$75/hr
5.0
155 jobs

✯✯✯ EXPERT-VETTED FREELANCER ✯✯✯ With over 20 years of professional experience, I help businesses, entrepreneurs, attorneys, and law firms navigate Human Resources compliance, contract matters, and litigation support with practical, business-focused solutions. I am an Expert-Vetted freelancer with a 100% Job Success Score, 130+ successfully completed projects, and more than $80,000 earned on Upwork. My unique combination of Human Resources and legal experience allows me to provide practical, compliant, and business-focused solutions that help clients save time, reduce risk, and focus on growing their organizations. SERVICES I PROVIDE HUMAN RESOURCES CONSULTING • Employee Handbook Development • HR Compliance Audits • Multi-State Employment Compliance • Recruiting and Talent Acquisition • Job Descriptions • Onboarding and Offboarding • Employee Relations • Performance Management • Workplace Investigations • Manager and Employee Training • Policy Development • Full-Service Payroll Support PARALEGAL SERVICES • Federal and State Court Litigation Support • Federal and State Court E-Filing • ADA Title III Litigation Support • Legal Research • Legal Writing • Discovery Drafting and Responses • Motions and Pleadings • Case Management • Trial Preparation • Probate Support • Business Litigation Support CONTRACT DRAFTING AND REVIEW • Independent Contractor Agreements • Employment Agreements • Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) • Service Agreements • Vendor Agreements • Consulting Agreements • Business Contracts • Contract Review and Redlining • Contract Negotiation Support WHAT SETS ME APART Unlike most HR consultants, I understand the legal risks that businesses face. Unlike most paralegals, I understand the practical HR and operational challenges businesses encounter every day. This combination allows me to provide solutions that are not only effective but also legally compliant, helping clients avoid costly mistakes and make informed decisions. PUBLISHED AUTHOR I am the author of: • HR REMOTELY: How to Motivate A Remote Workforce • Top HR Practices for Startups My work has been featured through major retailers and professional platforms, including Amazon, Apple Books, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Million, Walmart, and LinkedIn. WHY CLIENTS HIRE ME • 20+ Years of Professional Experience • Expert-Vetted Upwork Freelancer • 100% Job Success Score • Responsive Communication • Detail-Oriented and Reliable • Business-Focused Solutions • Practical, Compliance-Driven Advice Whether you need an experienced HR consultant, a skilled contract specialist, or a dependable senior paralegal, I am ready to help. Let's discuss your project.

  • Performance Management
  • Legal Research
  • Legal Writing
  • Human Resource Management
  • Policy Development
  • Employee Relations
  • Contract Drafting
  • Employment Handbook
  • Human Resources Consulting
  • Human Resources Strategy
  • Company Policy
  • Human Resources
  • People Management
  • Payroll Accounting
  • SurePayroll
Dorothy W.

Waco, Texas

$90/hr
5.0
92 jobs

SENIOR HR CONSULTANT, who specializes in working with US clients who are scaling up their business model . With 17+ years of corporate HR leadership experience and 10 years as a Senior HR Consultant, my significant business acumen sets me apart from most HR professionals, with ability to be a good strategic & tactical business partner to leadership teams & management teams. Extensive experience in: -Culture creation and establishment -Handbook and policy development -System creations (performance appraisal, performance management, attendance tracking) -Payroll administration and HRIS system integration -Organizational development -Employee engagement -Strong Employment Law background/compliance Organizational planning HR technology, analytics & data planning Employee retention programs AND I have an amazing work ethic! You won't have to micromanage me- I'm a self starter, I know what needs to be done and work very hard to allow my clients to focus on building a successful business without fretting over Human Resources.

  • Human Resource Information System
  • Business Coaching
  • Compliance
  • Job Description Writing
  • Training
  • Organizational Development
  • Human Resource Management
  • Employee Engagement
Joshua M.

Austin, Texas

$55/hr
5.0
2 jobs

I design executive KPI dashboards and operational performance systems in Excel, Google Sheets, and Apple Numbers. My focus is simple: turn messy, fragmented data into clean, decision-ready reporting that leaders can use immediately. With 15+ years leading multi-site operations, I have built real-world performance systems for teams responsible for revenue, labor, margin, and productivity across multiple locations. I understand not just how to build dashboards, but how to structure the right KPIs so they drive behavior and accountability. I specialize in: • Executive summary dashboards • Multi-location performance reporting • Weekly operational scorecards • Automated KPI tracking • Financial forecasting models • Spreadsheet optimization and rebuilds • Excel ↔ Google Sheets conversions My work is built for clarity, usability, and long-term scalability. Clean formulas. Logical structure. Dynamic filtering. No unnecessary complexity. Clients typically come to me when: Their reporting is manual or inconsistent Leadership lacks clear visibility into performance Spreadsheets have become cluttered and unreliable They need an executive-ready dashboard for decision-making They want KPI systems that actually reflect business drivers I combine operational experience with advanced spreadsheet architecture to deliver tools that are practical, reliable, and easy for teams to maintain. If you need a clean, professional dashboard or performance tracking system that improves visibility and accountability, I can help.

  • Performance Management
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Google Sheets
  • Data Visualization
  • Analytics Dashboard
  • KPI Metric Development
  • Financial Modeling
  • Data Analysis
  • Process Improvement
  • Business Intelligence
  • Internal Reporting
  • Forecasting
  • Operations Analytics
Chandy T.

Garland, Texas

$65/hr
5.0
50 jobs

Hello! I collaborate with CEOs, founders, executives, and leadership teams so they hire better people, build practical HR infrastructure, and solve the people problems that are slowing them down. My work is especially useful for mid-sized companies, enterprise teams, and growing organizations that need HR-related AI advice and implementation, better talent acquisition, compliant HR operations, Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) audits, advice, and support, improved candidate experiences, stronger executive and team alignment, and practical people systems that can scale and improve the company's brand recognition. With 20+ years of experience in HR consulting, recruiting, leadership coaching, people operations, and organizational development I bring a practical, business-minded approach to solving workforce challenges. I have supported C-suite leaders, founders, executives, high-growth teams, and client organizations across recruiting strategy, HR operations, employee development, compliance support, retention, performance management, and team effectiveness. Enterprise, Mid-Market, and Growth Support * Talent acquisition strategy and recruiting process improvement * Executive recruiting support and leadership hiring * Candidate sourcing, screening, interviewing, and evaluation * Job descriptions, interview questions, hiring scorecards, and selection processes * Workforce planning, recruiting analytics, and hiring workflow optimization * ATS implementation, ATS optimization, and remote-first recruiting strategy * New hire orientation, onboarding workflows, and employee integration * HR operations, people operations, and HR infrastructure development * Employee retention strategy and performance management support * Leadership development, executive coaching, and manager training * Team communication, workplace conflict, and culture improvement * Organizational development, change management, and team effectiveness * Learning and development materials for employees, managers, and leadership teams * PEO, EOR, AOR, payroll, benefits, and compliance vendor support * Policy development, HR documentation, employee handbooks, and process creation * HR consulting for startups, small businesses, and growing companies Clients hire me when they need someone who can quickly identify the real issue, organize the moving pieces, and create a practical path forward. This Is Why You Want to Hire Me: * 20+ years of experience in HR, recruiting, coaching, and organizational development * Top 1% Expert-Vetted Consultant status on Upwork * 400+ business leaders coached and consulted * 200+ organizations supported * 1,000+ personality and behavioral assessments completed * Experience supporting C-suite leaders, founders, executives, and high-growth teams * Strong pattern recognition in hiring, leadership, communication, and team dynamics * Practical HR, recruiting, and people operations systems * Clear communication, fast response times, and organized deliverables * Direct, honest feedback with useful next steps Accomplishments * Helped win and support a $22M DFW Airport staffing contract * Recruited 100+ professionals for IT, tech security, engineering, airport operations, administration, HR, and niche roles * Helped a Texas restaurant group grow from $6M to $33M in revenue * Supported growth from 5 to 14 business entities * Helped hire 600+ employees across multiple restaurant concepts * Kept new location openings fully staffed and under recruiting budget * Helped a Texas energy company grow from 8 to 110+ employees in less than one year * Built recruiting, HR, payroll, benefits, PTO, and people operations systems My Working Style Clients hire me when they need someone who is honest, quick to respond, and can easily understand the people side of a business or career problem. This Is Just Part of the Package Deal When You Hire Me: You get... * Clear, direct, and timely communication * Honest recommendations and feedback * Reliable and thorough research to back up my advice, work, and suggestions * Future-focused practical solutions * Organized deliverables with obvious benefits and results * A stellar sense of humor :) * Fast understanding of your needs and workplace patterns * Strong intuition * Ethically grounded * Open to working across various time zones What a steal, right? So please, stop searching the masses on Upwork, all across God's green globe and the depths of the internet to find someone to help you with whatever your HR, recruiting, AI, or people-related needs are! Let's talk! If I can't help you get the clarity, answers, direction, and the results you want, I'll point you in the direction of someone who can. I promise. Let's talk today. Thanks for checking out my profile and reading this far! I look forward to connecting with you soon! Chandy

  • Recruiting
  • ADP Workforce Now
  • Candidate Interviewing
  • HR & Business Services
  • Candidate Sourcing
  • Career Coaching
  • LinkedIn
  • Job Posting
  • Executive Coaching
  • Resume Writing
  • Human Resources Strategy
  • Human Resources Consulting
  • Employee Onboarding
  • HR & Recruiting Software
Elena M.

Rockwall, Texas

$40/hr
5.0
11 jobs

Experienced Virtual Assistant | LMS Management & Training Support I specialize in providing comprehensive support for Learning Management Systems (LMS) and training content creation. With expertise in managing and updating virtual trainings, developing training materials, and creating engaging resources, I ensure your team has the tools needed for success. LMS Management: Oversee the administration and maintenance of LMS platforms, ensuring seamless user experiences, course uploads, troubleshooting, and reporting. Training Content Development: Create, edit, and format training materials tailored to meet the specific needs of clients, ensuring alignment with educational goals and organizational standards. Tracking & Reporting: Managing training progress, tracking learner engagement, and providing detailed reports to monitor performance. Project Collaboration: Work closely with subject matter experts, instructional designers, and other stakeholders to develop comprehensive, high-quality training resources. Administrative Support: Provide a range of administrative services, including organizing content, scheduling, and managing communications, to keep projects on track and within scope. Whether you need assistance in training development or tracking company training metrics, I'm here to streamline the process and enhance your learning environment. Let's work together to elevate your training programs!

  • Performance Management
  • Management Skills
  • Training & Development
  • Employee Training
  • Leadership Skills
  • Training
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Administrative Support
  • Customer Service
  • Customer Service Training
Kristen R.

Leander, Texas

$20/hr
5.0
5 jobs

Detail oriented, well organized professional with over 8 years of Human Resource/ recruiting, customer service, clerical/ administrative, and management experience. Skilled at multi-tasking and time management. Effective communicator, self-motivated, and dependable. In search of a long-term position to grow with a reputable company. Authorized to work in the US for any employer Skills * Recruiting, Human Resources, Customer Service, Account Management (10+ years) * Human Resource * Interview * Workforce Development * ATS * Recruiting * Interviewing * Project Coordination * Time management * Negotiation * Microsoft Office * Workforce Development * Workers' Compensation * Financial Report Writing * Employee Orientation * Payroll * Talent Acquisition * Office Management * Conflict management * Customer service * Google Suite * HR Sourcing * Management * Purchasing * Human Resources Management * Databases * Performance Management * CRM Software

  • Data Entry
  • General Transcription
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Academic Research
  • Company Research
  • Market Research
  • Facebook Marketplace

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