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- $120 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (4 jobs)
Is your startup growing faster than your HR can keep up? That’s where I come in. With 10+ years in hyper-growth environments, I’ve built People Operations functions from scratch—guiding companies from pre-seed to IPO and through 5 successful mergers and acquisitions. I partner with visionary founders and executives to create scalable, compliant, and culture-forward HR strategies that unlock growth and employee loyalty. ✅ What I Bring to the Table: - Built entire HR infrastructures across the U.S. and globally - Designed talent strategies that doubled retention and accelerated hiring - Created and implemented compliant handbooks, policies & compensation programs - Spearheaded org-wide DEI, L&D, and leadership coaching initiatives - Expertise in both U.S. and international HR laws and practices 🎯 Popular Projects Include: - Fractional HR setup or leadership - Compensation benchmarking & pay equity audits - Talent acquisition & employer branding strategy - HR compliance audits and documentation - Executive coaching & leadership enablement - Employee experience, culture, and onboarding design I don’t do fluff. I offer high-impact, strategic, and human-first HR solutions. Whether you’re just getting started or scaling fast—I’m your partner for building the people infrastructure that fuels sustainable growth. 🕒 Based in the U.S. | Flexible time zones | Available for consultations & short/long-term support 📩 Let’s connect if you’re looking for HR that’s built to scale—with empathy and efficiency.
Performance Management
Startup CompanyArtificial IntelligenceHR & Business ServicesStartup ConsultingHuman Resources ConsultingHuman Resources StrategyProcess DocumentationProcess DevelopmentHuman Resources ComplianceEmployee RelationsEmployee OnboardingEmployee EngagementHR & Recruiting SoftwareHuman Resources - $65 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (6 jobs)
I have extensive experience elevating employee life cycle processes for small to medium-sized companies in a multitude of industries. This includes managing business operations, leadership coaching, employee performance and development, talent acquisition, and compliance. Some highlights include: - Recruitment and building talent processes - Initiated over 30 company-wide handbook audits -Managed benefits, including a healthcare and 401k revamp that led to positive benefit feedback, increasing 20% internally and increasing 60% from applicants - Review of HR databases, payroll systems, and benefits platforms and launching of new systems -Proficient in Gusto, Workday, ADP, Paycom, Employment Hero, ClickUp, Atlassian Suite, G-Suite, Namely, OfficeVibe, and Microsoft Office Suite I am currently pursuing my MBA at USC and have completed an HR Management certificate from UCLA. As an empathetic and strategic leader, all process improvements are data-driven and people-focused.
Performance Management
Growth StrategyHiring StrategyEmployee OnboardingProject ManagementPayroll AccountingTraining MaterialsCandidate InterviewingAdministrative SupportStaff Recruitment & ManagementHR & Business ServicesTraining & Development - $95 hourly
- 4.8/5
- (3 jobs)
I am an experienced Human Resources Director over 9 years of expertise in the state of California. I hold certifications as a Human Resources Professional through HRCI, including PHRca and aPHR. My skills encompass a wide range of HR management areas, such as full cycle recruitment, on-boarding/off-boarding, employee relations, benefits and compensation, investigations, compliance, employment law, HR audits, representing employers in labor board hearings , HR start-up, HRIS & ATS implementation and configuration, 401k administration, employee handbooks, policy manuals, retirement plans, leaves of absence, worker's compensation, and document translation. In addition to my HR expertise, I am bilingual in Spanish and proficient in reading, writing, and speaking the language. Furthermore, my background and work experience in public safety and law enforcement operations have provided me with a unique perspective and a deep understanding of organizational dynamics and regulatory requirements. Throughout my career, I have successfully completed various projects and achieved notable accomplishments. With my skills and track record, I am confident that I can effectively contribute to your organization's HR needs.
Performance Management
Human Resources ComplianceResume WritingBusiness ManagementManagement SkillsWorkplace Safety & HealthResume DesignCompensation & BenefitsEmployee RelationsTrainingCV/Resume TranslationHuman Resources ConsultingEmployment LawCompany PolicyHR & Business ServicesHuman Resource ManagementCandidate Interviewing - $80 hourly
- 5.0/5
- (13 jobs)
Seasoned HR professional with extensive experience in Diversity & Inclusion, talent management, onboarding, benefits & compensation, training & development, and full-cycle recruitment. She has a strong background in HR software systems and integrating them. where she has demonstrated success in driving best practices, internal HR process development and meeting accelerated hiring needs. Her accomplishments include migrating to a new HRIS system, creating and implementing Diversity & Inclusion programs, revamping onboarding and training processes, and facilitating COVID-19 emergency response plans. She holds a Master of Science in Organizational Leadership & Human Resource Management from Regis University and a Bachelor of Arts in Behavioral Science from Metropolitan State University of Denver.
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Template DesignHuman Resources ComplianceHuman Resource Information SystemOrganizational Design & EffectivenessBusiness ManagementHuman Resources ConsultingRecruiting Process ConsultingHuman Resource ManagementManagement SkillsProcess DesignHuman Resources StrategyLearning Management SystemHR & Business Services - $60 hourly
- 3.4/5
- (1 job)
I am an operations expert with specialized experience in working alongside founders of early stage companies in strategy development to sustainably grow both headcount and revenue. I'm seeking consulting opportunities to work with innovative leaders to help create an amazing workplace culture and experience. I am passionate about creating a balanced work experience for employees to thrive without overworking or underpaying them. My viewpoint: culture is more than a feeling- it's impacted by every experience a person has at work, from their first interview to their final day on the job. I excel at creating workplace efficiency and empathy in order to support effective operations internally and externally.
Performance Management
Candidate Interview ConsultingEmployee CommunicationsEmployee LevelingEmployee EngagementPresentationsEmployee OnboardingNotionProcess ImprovementProcess DevelopmentCultureHuman Resources StrategyRecruiting Process ConsultingInternal CommunicationsAsana - $95 hourly
- 0.0/5
- (0 jobs)
💡 How We Work Together 🔎 ✅ Develop a Six to Seven-Figure Organic Customer Acquisition Channel ⚡️ ✅ Provide Exponential Growth through Technical SEO, On-Page SEO, and Off-Page SEO 🚀 ✅ Execute a Custom SEO Strategy to Boost Awareness, Attract Qualified Leads, & Reduce Customer Acquisition Cost 🪄✨ Areas of Focus 🧲 Holistic SEO 🏛 Technical SEO ⚙️ On-Page SEO 📄 Off-Page SEO 🔗 Blended Search SEO/SEM 🔀 Future-Proof SEO 🌐 Conversion Rate Optimization 🅰️/🅱️ Reporting & Performance Monitoring 📈 Tools & Platform Partners 🧰 Semrush • Ahrefs • Looker Studio • Agency Analytics • Google Ads • Meta • Google Search Console • Google Analytics • Search Atlas • Surfer SEO 🛠 About Me & My 17+ Years of SEO Experience 👤 Hi, I’m Tony 👋, I started my SEO career in 2006 as an intern for a real estate brokerage. In 2008, I interned for an SEO start-up incubator where I contributed to the start-up growth stage of a search reputation management agency and online legal service provider. In 2010, I was hired as an SEO strategist, and later was promoted to Training Manager, for an award-winning SEO agency specializing in enterprise link-building and content marketing. Our client roster included Fortune 500 brands such as Best Buy, Verizon, PetSmart, 1-800-Flowers, and Cole Haan. In 2012, I was recruited to join a media group of super-affiliate marketers in the highly competitive, education niche, where I managed a website portfolio of 102 higher education affiliate websites as Director of SEO, my impact resulted in a boost of 978% in organic traffic and 8,397 qualified leads per month, ultimately resulting in revenue generation of $14.2M annual. In addition, I was a key stakeholder in higher education affiliate website exits NurseJournal.org and CyberDegrees.org with notable website properties acquired by Red Ventures and Wiley (NYSE: WLY). In 2020, I transitioned to SEO consulting for local businesses and digital brands in SaaS & eCommerce on Google’s EEAT principles, Google Business Profiles, and algorithm changes including Search Generative Experience (SGE) & AI Overviews (AIO). My most recent contract as, Director of Digital Performance, was for skilled trade school, Universal Technical Institute (NYSE: UTI), where I was responsible for driving 417,022 qualified leads through paid and organic search channels, content strategy, customer journey analysis, and conversion enhancements resulting in an incredible boost of multiple seven-figure revenue generation of $90M for FY24 and improved student enrollments & starts. 🗣 I am now accepting clients who are interested in transforming their paid and organic search channels into a six to seven-figure revenue generation source. 📞💬 Message me to schedule a free search-intent growth marketing strategy call. Ask about my limited-time Upwork promotional rates. Talk soon.
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Search Engine OptimizationOrganic Traffic GrowthGrowth StrategySEO StrategySEO PerformanceSEO LocalizationSEO Keyword ResearchSEO ContentSEO Competitor AnalysisSEO BacklinkingSEO AuditTechnical SEOOff-Page SEOOn-Page SEO - $250 hourly
- 0.0/5
- (0 jobs)
Helping Businesses Scale Profitably | Organizational Development, Operations & M&A Advisory I’m a seasoned management consultant with deep expertise in organizational development, operations, and M&A advisory. I help high-growth technology, innovation, and professional service companies bridge the gap from vision to execution, align systems, processes, and people, and navigate inflection points with confidence. I work in partnership with a full-service M&A firm, where I specialize in financial analysis, due diligence, and post-acquisition integration, ensuring businesses can navigate M&A transitions successfully and scale with confidence. I work with small and mid-sized businesses (up to $50MM) in the technology, innovation, and professional services sectors. What I Do Best: • Organizational Development & Alignment – Connecting the dots between strategic vision and operational execution, improving decision-making across people, systems, and processes • Operational Excellence – Streamlining processes, cost reduction, and performance improvement to help businesses run efficiently and grow profitably • M&A Advisory – Specializing in financial analysis, due diligence, and post-acquisition integration for SMBs and lower middle-market companies (up to $50MM). Through our M&A team, I also provide buy-side and sell-side consulting, including deal structuring and ensuring a smooth integration post-merger. Why Work With Me? • Real-World Leadership Experience – Former CEO, CFO, and COO with hands-on expertise leading business transformation and scaling companies in high-growth environments • Results-Driven Approach – Practical, actionable strategies that deliver measurable business impact and sustainable growth • Growth Focused – Efficient execution and value delivery to help businesses scale organically or through acquisitions If you're ready to optimize organizational performance, streamline operations, or explore M&A opportunities, let's connect!
Performance Management
Change ManagementBusiness OperationsSystems DevelopmentGrowth StrategyMergers & AcquisitionsPost-Merger IntegrationRisk ManagementStrategic PlanningFinancial AnalysisOrganizational Design & EffectivenessOrganizational DevelopmentCross Functional Team LeadershipManagement Consulting - $65 hourly
- 4.5/5
- (15 jobs)
PLEASE NOTE: I do not reside in CA. I provide services remotely in all time zones in multiple states. I am a Human Resources Senior Certified Professional, certified by the Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM) and also by the Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI). I earned my MBA with a focus on Human Resources, and my undergraduate minor was in business and public law. I have been an effective leader for over 15 years. I have started HR Departments from scratch and have restructured under and non-performing HR Departments. I have worked in organizations as small as 10 people to as large as 7,000. I have worked in both the private and public sectors and have also worked in the world of federal contracting. Expertise in: Employee Relations, Affirmative Action Plans, Benefits Design, Compliance ( FLSA, EEO, ADA, FMLA, COBRA, etc.), Policy Design & Administration, Worker’s Compensation, Training & Development, Contract Negotiation , Complaint Resolution and Unemployment, Change Management, Affirmative Action, Relationship Management , Union Avoidance and Project Management. Technically proficient in: MS Office, Google Suite, ADP, Paychex, Paycor, Ceridian, Great Plains, and ACT
Performance Management
Human Resources ComplianceEmployee CommunicationsEmployee EngagementHuman Resources ConsultingEmployee Training - $90 hourly
- 0.0/5
- (0 jobs)
I’ve spent the last 15+ years helping small teams and scaling businesses make smart, human-centered decisions about the people they hire, support, and grow. My approach is calm, clear, and quietly strategic — the kind of behind-the-scenes presence that keeps things running smoothly while making space for people to thrive. I work best with founders and small business owners who want someone they can trust with the sensitive stuff — hiring, policies, team challenges — without turning their workplace into a corporate rulebook. Whether it's building systems from scratch or tightening up what already exists, I meet teams where they are and help them level up without losing what makes them special. That might mean: — Creating a branded onboarding experience that actually feels like your company — Building custom HR starter packs (handbooks, offer letters, policies — all styled to match your vibe) — Wrapping up your systems in a way that’s organized, compliant, and easy to hand off Acting as your part-time HR sounding board when things get a little sticky. Industries I’ve supported: → Hospitality, wellness, food & beverage → Coaching, retail, tech, startups and small businesses (my niche) → Agency and in-house teams alike The common thread? People. Culture. Growth. And figuring out how to get the right humans in the right roles — with the right structure to support them. Credentials: SPHR • SHRM-SCP • Strategic Thinking & Innovation • Generative AI I'd love to see how I can help you and your business grow. Thank you! ~Michelle
Performance Management
Employee EngagementDiversity & InclusionSalary & Benefits BenchmarkingPolicy DevelopmentApplicant Tracking SystemsEmployee OnboardingCultureHuman Resource Information SystemHuman Resources ComplianceHR & Recruiting SoftwareAI Content CreationHR PolicyRecruitingHR & Business Services - $55 hourly
- 0.0/5
- (1 job)
People Operations and HR leader in small to medium size startups. I create processes to scale, iterate on established as needed, and manage programming for the employee lifecycle. My special skills include HRIS implementation and integration into existing systems, and HR compliance.
Performance Management
Human Resources ComplianceRecruitingEmployment HandbookHR & Recruiting SoftwareHR System ManagementEmployee CommunicationsEmployee OnboardingHuman ResourcesHR & Business ServicesHuman Resource Information System Implementation Want to browse more freelancers?
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