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MELANIA PHITSKHELAURI

MELANIA PHITSKHELAURI

Remote

Summary

Internationally educated, Experienced Human Resources Generalist with 5 years in managing hiring and onboarding, employee benefits and payroll, performance tracking methods, and HR records. Developed organizational guidelines and procedures from the scratch for the newly opened offices. Proven track record in resolving complex employee relations issues and fostering a positive work culture. Highly skilled in compliance with employment laws and regulations. I am profoundly motivated by the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives and careers of the people I have the privilege to work with, and I am dedicated to continuing this mission at the highest level.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

HR Manager

MLsoft Technology
11.2023 - Current
  • Offered guidance and counseling to managers and employees regarding recruitment, employee performance and complaint investigation.
  • Developed organizational guidelines and procedures from the scratch for the newly opened Georgian office.
  • IT recruitment full cycle
  • Coordinated and led new hire orientations and benefits meetings.
  • Promoted diversity and inclusivity in line with organizational mission and applicable mandates.
  • Developed, enforced and documented full human resources policies for staff.
  • Helped departments with development and delivery of strategic HR plans to fit with overall business direction.
  • Worked closely with employees in adjusting payroll deductions and updating personal information records.
  • Assessed training needs to develop programs addressing skills gaps.
  • Established and maintained contact with external recruitment agencies to source candidates for current or future openings.

HR Generalist

WhiteBIT
07.2022 - 11.2023
  • Developed HR strategy.
  • Managed whole process of recruiting and onboarding (Tech talents)
  • Prepared & maintained employee files/agreements and records in electronic and paper form.
  • Enhanced job satisfaction by resolving issues promptly, applied new perks and benefits and organizing team building activities.
  • Developed organizational guidelines and procedures from the scratch for the newly opened Georgian office.
  • Provided support to employees in various HR-related topics such as leaves and compensation etc.
  • Assisted in development and implementation of human resource policies.
  • Gathered and analyzed data with useful HR metrics, like time to hire and employee turnover rate.
  • Oversees employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, investigations, evaluation and 1;1 meetings.
  • Maintained human resources activities in full compliance with Georgian employment law.
  • Resolved conflicts through positive and professional mediation.

HR Generalist (Intern)

Nestle
01.2022 - 07.2022
  • Guided department managers on hiring practices, salary ranges and position request forms
  • Helped build, maintain and revise HR policies, standards and documentation.
  • Maintained and updated employee records to reflect changes in employment, compensation and withholdings.
  • Maintained detailed and thorough HRIS database with exhaustive employment information.
  • Interviewed applicants and administered pre-employment evaluations.
  • Organized and conducted orientation sessions, job skills training and employee development initiatives.
  • Monitored employees through regular assessments and performance evaluations.
  • Administered cost-effective, well-structured benefits to employees, setting up contracts, and managing paperwork.

HR Consultant

LTD Wood Art
09.2017 - 10.2019
  • Filled open positions and met workforce needs by researching, recruiting and hiring top-quality candidates.
  • Identified most qualified and desirable candidates with extensive research.
  • Sourced, vetted and ranked 50+ job candidates per week.
  • Met organizational goals and needs with well-aligned and executed recruiting strategies.
  • Improved employee retention by increasing job satisfaction and enhancing communication.
  • Built HR consulting capabilities focused on clients undergoing organizational change and development.
  • Liaised between multiple business divisions to improve communications.

Education

MBA: MSc - Human Resources Management

Georgan Institute of Public Affairs - GIPA
05.2019

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Ilia State University
09.2016

Skills

  • Georgian: First Language
  • English: C1
  • Russian: B1
  • HR Processes
  • Recruitment Strategies
  • Compensation and Benefits
  • Performance Management
  • HR Legal Compliance
  • New Employee Orientation
  • Payroll Oversight
  • Training Programs
  • Organizational Development
  • Talent Acquisition
  • Workforce Planning

Timeline

HR Manager

MLsoft Technology
11.2023 - Current

HR Generalist

WhiteBIT
07.2022 - 11.2023

HR Generalist (Intern)

Nestle
01.2022 - 07.2022

HR Consultant

LTD Wood Art
09.2017 - 10.2019

MBA: MSc - Human Resources Management

Georgan Institute of Public Affairs - GIPA

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Ilia State University
MELANIA PHITSKHELAURI