Sarah Brettschneider

Senior People Partner at Purpose
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Brooklyn, New York, United States, US

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Credentials

  • Notary Public
    New York State
    Apr, 2017
    - Nov, 2024
  • Human Resources Generalist
    Pace University

Experience

  • Purpose
    • United States
    • Civic and Social Organizations
    • 100 - 200 Employee
    • Senior People Partner
      • Apr 2022 - Present

      Provide strategic business/thought partnership to all levels of the organization with ability to create sustainable solutions that drive business performance. Lead day-to-day HR initiatives; support and guide managers through the process of performance management, employee development, employee relations, legal compliance. Proactively assess team, manager, organizational development needs, make recommendations, and implement appropriate solutions. Coach & support managers to ensure… Show more Provide strategic business/thought partnership to all levels of the organization with ability to create sustainable solutions that drive business performance. Lead day-to-day HR initiatives; support and guide managers through the process of performance management, employee development, employee relations, legal compliance. Proactively assess team, manager, organizational development needs, make recommendations, and implement appropriate solutions. Coach & support managers to ensure they understand the importance of identifying, attracting, and selecting the best talent for Purpose while championing finding the ‘hidden opportunities’ for career and performance development. Analyze data to gain insights and create recommendations. Use data beyond informing, to persuade, influence, challenge and gain buy-in to decision making and evaluate solutions. Support implementation of the people plan, engaging with cross functional peers and broader HR team. Champion organizational change and advocate for employees. Support cultural initiatives such as hybrid work, employee recognition Co-Lead Equity Task Force and participate in Global EDI Council Partner with PEO (Trinet) to manage benefits administration, payroll including claims resolution and communicating benefits information to employees. Maintains expert knowledge and compliance with global, federal, state and local employment and benefits laws and regulations. Update local handbooks Review and recommend benefit and wellness strategies Visa and immigration support and Internal mobility from other offices to/from US Reviews HR systems and Processes to identify gaps and areas for improvement HRIS and employee data integrity LMS - creating and developing system for recorded trainings including compliance Surveys Global Policies - leading approach to identify cross-geo policies and ensure equity Compensation analysis - search for vendors to lead market research and recommendation for new transparent compensation philosophy Show less Provide strategic business/thought partnership to all levels of the organization with ability to create sustainable solutions that drive business performance. Lead day-to-day HR initiatives; support and guide managers through the process of performance management, employee development, employee relations, legal compliance. Proactively assess team, manager, organizational development needs, make recommendations, and implement appropriate solutions. Coach & support managers to ensure… Show more Provide strategic business/thought partnership to all levels of the organization with ability to create sustainable solutions that drive business performance. Lead day-to-day HR initiatives; support and guide managers through the process of performance management, employee development, employee relations, legal compliance. Proactively assess team, manager, organizational development needs, make recommendations, and implement appropriate solutions. Coach & support managers to ensure they understand the importance of identifying, attracting, and selecting the best talent for Purpose while championing finding the ‘hidden opportunities’ for career and performance development. Analyze data to gain insights and create recommendations. Use data beyond informing, to persuade, influence, challenge and gain buy-in to decision making and evaluate solutions. Support implementation of the people plan, engaging with cross functional peers and broader HR team. Champion organizational change and advocate for employees. Support cultural initiatives such as hybrid work, employee recognition Co-Lead Equity Task Force and participate in Global EDI Council Partner with PEO (Trinet) to manage benefits administration, payroll including claims resolution and communicating benefits information to employees. Maintains expert knowledge and compliance with global, federal, state and local employment and benefits laws and regulations. Update local handbooks Review and recommend benefit and wellness strategies Visa and immigration support and Internal mobility from other offices to/from US Reviews HR systems and Processes to identify gaps and areas for improvement HRIS and employee data integrity LMS - creating and developing system for recorded trainings including compliance Surveys Global Policies - leading approach to identify cross-geo policies and ensure equity Compensation analysis - search for vendors to lead market research and recommendation for new transparent compensation philosophy Show less

  • BSR
    • United States
    • Business Consulting and Services
    • 200 - 300 Employee
    • People Operations Manager
      • Jul 2021 - Apr 2022

      Global Oversight of: HR Systems management and HRIS - employee data and metrics, Global Policy Manual, Workforce Mobility, Professional Employer Organization Relationship and Administration, Chief of Staff for People Council, and Rewards and Recognition. Regional (US and Asia Teams) oversight of: Benefits, Handbooks and Compliance, Employee Relations and Separations, Employee Experience and Culture, Internal Communications. Manage New York Office Coordinator.

    • Human Resources Generalist
      • Aug 2019 - Jul 2021

      The HR Generalist provides HR support to 140+ staff in our 8 offices across the US, Asia, and EU US Benefits Administration including vendor management, enrollment, and Medical/Parental leave Developed a Global Policy Manual as well as maintained local handbooks for the US Manage all HR systems including account access, integrations, and vetting & implementing new tools Oversee Onboarding and Offboarding processes including new hire paperwork, onboarding schedules, and exit… Show more The HR Generalist provides HR support to 140+ staff in our 8 offices across the US, Asia, and EU US Benefits Administration including vendor management, enrollment, and Medical/Parental leave Developed a Global Policy Manual as well as maintained local handbooks for the US Manage all HR systems including account access, integrations, and vetting & implementing new tools Oversee Onboarding and Offboarding processes including new hire paperwork, onboarding schedules, and exit interviews Manage all employee data and provide analysis to senior leadership to inform business decisions Support Employee Relations and assist with investigations

  • Omnicom Health Group
    • United States
    • Marketing Services
    • 200 - 300 Employee
    • Human Resources Specialist
      • Oct 2018 - Jul 2019

      Providing day to day Human Resources support for 250+ employees in New York, Chicago, Boston, Jersey City, San Francisco, and Irvine Managing the onboarding and exit process Assisting with employee relations issues Supporting recruitment efforts Providing day to day Human Resources support for 250+ employees in New York, Chicago, Boston, Jersey City, San Francisco, and Irvine Managing the onboarding and exit process Assisting with employee relations issues Supporting recruitment efforts

  • NYC Social
    • United States
    • Spectator Sports
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Host
      • Jan 2017 - Jul 2019

      Overseeing league play and set up Sending weekly emails to league participants Promote events and upcoming leagues via social media Update League Scores in user interface Be a representative for NYC Social at facilities and bars. Overseeing league play and set up Sending weekly emails to league participants Promote events and upcoming leagues via social media Update League Scores in user interface Be a representative for NYC Social at facilities and bars.

  • Hydrogen
    • United States
    • Technology, Information and Internet
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Human Resources Manager
      • Jan 2018 - Oct 2018

      Hydrogen is a spinout of Hedgeable. All work and responsibilities carried over from there. Office Management: •Oversee maintenance of office space including cleaning, decorating and greeting visitors •Conduct new office scouting •Manage tech purchases & setup with IT •Vendor Management Employee Engagement: • Plan and run team building events including, professional networking, conferences, and company retreats, happy hours, and holiday parties • Plan… Show more Hydrogen is a spinout of Hedgeable. All work and responsibilities carried over from there. Office Management: •Oversee maintenance of office space including cleaning, decorating and greeting visitors •Conduct new office scouting •Manage tech purchases & setup with IT •Vendor Management Employee Engagement: • Plan and run team building events including, professional networking, conferences, and company retreats, happy hours, and holiday parties • Plan acknowledgment of anniversaries and birthdays • Write and distribute internal communication through the weekly newsletter Human Resources Administration:: • Implement and run quarterly check-ins and mid-year reviews • Oversee payroll, benefits administration, and expense reporting • Coordinate sick leave, vacation, and work from home. • Manage violations, terminations, and promotions • Work with outside counsel to process H-1B visa applications Recruiting • Manage full life cycle recruiting • Manage and write job postings • Update and enter data on ATS and HRIS • Conduct initial phone screens, coordinate projects, tests, and interviews • Create and run onboarding and orientation procedures Show less Hydrogen is a spinout of Hedgeable. All work and responsibilities carried over from there. Office Management: •Oversee maintenance of office space including cleaning, decorating and greeting visitors •Conduct new office scouting •Manage tech purchases & setup with IT •Vendor Management Employee Engagement: • Plan and run team building events including, professional networking, conferences, and company retreats, happy hours, and holiday parties • Plan… Show more Hydrogen is a spinout of Hedgeable. All work and responsibilities carried over from there. Office Management: •Oversee maintenance of office space including cleaning, decorating and greeting visitors •Conduct new office scouting •Manage tech purchases & setup with IT •Vendor Management Employee Engagement: • Plan and run team building events including, professional networking, conferences, and company retreats, happy hours, and holiday parties • Plan acknowledgment of anniversaries and birthdays • Write and distribute internal communication through the weekly newsletter Human Resources Administration:: • Implement and run quarterly check-ins and mid-year reviews • Oversee payroll, benefits administration, and expense reporting • Coordinate sick leave, vacation, and work from home. • Manage violations, terminations, and promotions • Work with outside counsel to process H-1B visa applications Recruiting • Manage full life cycle recruiting • Manage and write job postings • Update and enter data on ATS and HRIS • Conduct initial phone screens, coordinate projects, tests, and interviews • Create and run onboarding and orientation procedures Show less

  • Hedgeable
    • United States
    • Financial Services
    • Office Operations and Human Resources Manager
      • May 2017 - Dec 2017

      Office Management: •Oversee maintenance of office space including cleaning, decorating and greeting visitors •Conduct new office scouting •Manage tech purchases & setup with IT •Vendor Management Employee Engagement: • Plan and run team building events including, professional networking, conferences, and company retreats, happy hours, and holiday parties • Plan acknowledgment of anniversaries and birthdays • Write and distribute internal communication through the… Show more Office Management: •Oversee maintenance of office space including cleaning, decorating and greeting visitors •Conduct new office scouting •Manage tech purchases & setup with IT •Vendor Management Employee Engagement: • Plan and run team building events including, professional networking, conferences, and company retreats, happy hours, and holiday parties • Plan acknowledgment of anniversaries and birthdays • Write and distribute internal communication through the weekly newsletter Human Resources Administration:: • Implement and run quarterly check-ins and mid-year reviews • Oversee payroll, benefits administration, and expense reporting • Coordinate sick leave, vacation, and work from home. • Manage violations, terminations, and promotions • Work with outside counsel to process H-1B visa applications Recruiting • Manage full life cycle recruiting • Manage and write job postings • Update and enter data on ATS and HRIS • Conduct initial phone screens, coordinate projects, tests, and interviews. • Create and run onboarding and orientation procedures Show less Office Management: •Oversee maintenance of office space including cleaning, decorating and greeting visitors •Conduct new office scouting •Manage tech purchases & setup with IT •Vendor Management Employee Engagement: • Plan and run team building events including, professional networking, conferences, and company retreats, happy hours, and holiday parties • Plan acknowledgment of anniversaries and birthdays • Write and distribute internal communication through the… Show more Office Management: •Oversee maintenance of office space including cleaning, decorating and greeting visitors •Conduct new office scouting •Manage tech purchases & setup with IT •Vendor Management Employee Engagement: • Plan and run team building events including, professional networking, conferences, and company retreats, happy hours, and holiday parties • Plan acknowledgment of anniversaries and birthdays • Write and distribute internal communication through the weekly newsletter Human Resources Administration:: • Implement and run quarterly check-ins and mid-year reviews • Oversee payroll, benefits administration, and expense reporting • Coordinate sick leave, vacation, and work from home. • Manage violations, terminations, and promotions • Work with outside counsel to process H-1B visa applications Recruiting • Manage full life cycle recruiting • Manage and write job postings • Update and enter data on ATS and HRIS • Conduct initial phone screens, coordinate projects, tests, and interviews. • Create and run onboarding and orientation procedures Show less

  • The American Jewish Historical Society
    • United States
    • Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Director of Operations
      • Jan 2016 - May 2017

      -Programs/Events • Coordinate all logistics for public programs including vendor relations, marketing materials, and volunteer management • Manage in house special events • Work with outside organizations who wish to hold events at AJHS • Track event budget Social Media • Curate posts for official AJHS social media accounts (Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram) • Interacting with other accounts and responding to direct messages on social media on the behalf of… Show more -Programs/Events • Coordinate all logistics for public programs including vendor relations, marketing materials, and volunteer management • Manage in house special events • Work with outside organizations who wish to hold events at AJHS • Track event budget Social Media • Curate posts for official AJHS social media accounts (Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram) • Interacting with other accounts and responding to direct messages on social media on the behalf of AJHS • Provide Public Relations firm with materials as requested • Create and schedule mass emails to constituents • Manage constant contact lists Academic Council • Coordinate with chair of the academic council to track membership • Facilitate and distribute entries for prize/awards to committee members • Oversee journal distribution with JHUP • Update journal back matter • Organize logistics for biennial scholars conference Office Management/Development • Assist with financial reconciliation • Database management • Manage office calendar including closures and conference room usage Exhibits • Organize installation/de-installation of exhibits • Make posters and other marketing materials advertise current exhibit • Check exhibit regularly for needed maintenance Human Resources • Create and manage job postings, phone interviews, and reference checks for new hires • Track PTO for all staff and sign off on Executive Assistant daily time in and out • Update employee handbook and office policies • Manage internal communication

    • Executive Assistant/Office Manager
      • Feb 2015 - Jan 2016

      Office Manager responsibilities: -Vendor relations -Keeping inventory and ordering office supplies -Managing email list -Creating and managing attendance of employees and providing information to HR -Answering the phones, answering and directing inquiries to the correct party -Processing authorizations to pay -Coordinating with researchers and other third parties regarding their work with AJHS Executive Assistant responsibilitites: -Calendar management for… Show more Office Manager responsibilities: -Vendor relations -Keeping inventory and ordering office supplies -Managing email list -Creating and managing attendance of employees and providing information to HR -Answering the phones, answering and directing inquiries to the correct party -Processing authorizations to pay -Coordinating with researchers and other third parties regarding their work with AJHS Executive Assistant responsibilitites: -Calendar management for Executive Director -Creating expense reports -Travel management Development Assistant responsibilities: -Entering donations into Raisers Edge -Sending receipt of donation to patrons -Coordinating with Direct Mail third party organization to send out mass mailing Public Program Assistant responsibilities: -Creating emails notifying patrons of events using Constant Contact -Managing RSVP's -Ordering and setting up catering for receptions -Assisting Director of Public Programs in creation and development of programs -Working with facilities management to ensure proper set up and clean up of events.

  • Training Institute for Mental Health
    • United States
    • Mental Health Care
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Office Manager, Registrar, and Executive Assistant
      • Mar 2014 - Dec 2014

      Office Manager Responsibilities: -Ordering and keeping inventory of office supplies. -Creating and distributing memorandum. -Scheduling events and updating website and google calendar with event information. -Printing, copying, emailing, faxing, and keeping a stock of all forms. -Maintaining office facilities and ensuring cleanliness and appropriate appearance. -Creating and sending emails through MailChimp with notifications of upcoming events. -Answering the phone to… Show more Office Manager Responsibilities: -Ordering and keeping inventory of office supplies. -Creating and distributing memorandum. -Scheduling events and updating website and google calendar with event information. -Printing, copying, emailing, faxing, and keeping a stock of all forms. -Maintaining office facilities and ensuring cleanliness and appropriate appearance. -Creating and sending emails through MailChimp with notifications of upcoming events. -Answering the phone to schedule intake appointments. -Acting as HIPAA Security Advisor Registrar Responsibilities: -Creating and distributing applications to candidates. -Writing acceptance, rejection, and wait list letters. -Maintaining files on the students including copies of their up to date malpractice insurance and licensure. -Creating the academic calendar for the year. -Writing and tracking teacher contracts, student manuals and attendance sheets. -Providing training and support for students regarding the phone system, forms, and office procedures. Show less Office Manager Responsibilities: -Ordering and keeping inventory of office supplies. -Creating and distributing memorandum. -Scheduling events and updating website and google calendar with event information. -Printing, copying, emailing, faxing, and keeping a stock of all forms. -Maintaining office facilities and ensuring cleanliness and appropriate appearance. -Creating and sending emails through MailChimp with notifications of upcoming events. -Answering the phone to… Show more Office Manager Responsibilities: -Ordering and keeping inventory of office supplies. -Creating and distributing memorandum. -Scheduling events and updating website and google calendar with event information. -Printing, copying, emailing, faxing, and keeping a stock of all forms. -Maintaining office facilities and ensuring cleanliness and appropriate appearance. -Creating and sending emails through MailChimp with notifications of upcoming events. -Answering the phone to schedule intake appointments. -Acting as HIPAA Security Advisor Registrar Responsibilities: -Creating and distributing applications to candidates. -Writing acceptance, rejection, and wait list letters. -Maintaining files on the students including copies of their up to date malpractice insurance and licensure. -Creating the academic calendar for the year. -Writing and tracking teacher contracts, student manuals and attendance sheets. -Providing training and support for students regarding the phone system, forms, and office procedures. Show less

  • Wilson Elser
    • United States
    • Law Practice
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Litigation Paralegal
      • Oct 2013 - Mar 2014

      -Responsible for: preparing trial packets, supporting that associates and partners, actively pursuing records on plaintiffs, keeping an organized and detailed account of all assigned cases, acting as liaison to the third party record retrieval service, investigating the identity of expert witnesses. -Responsible for: preparing trial packets, supporting that associates and partners, actively pursuing records on plaintiffs, keeping an organized and detailed account of all assigned cases, acting as liaison to the third party record retrieval service, investigating the identity of expert witnesses.

  • Record Access
    • New York, NY
    • Data Processor
      • Jun 2012 - Oct 2013

      -Responsible for: keeping an organized and detailed account of all assigned cases, meeting deadlines, answering phones, taking messages, actively pursuing the required information needed to complete a case, keeping a pleasant demeanor while speaking on the phone with various professional offices, data entry and management, staying current with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act and its policies, and supporting executive level staff. -November 2012, became claims coordinator… Show more -Responsible for: keeping an organized and detailed account of all assigned cases, meeting deadlines, answering phones, taking messages, actively pursuing the required information needed to complete a case, keeping a pleasant demeanor while speaking on the phone with various professional offices, data entry and management, staying current with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act and its policies, and supporting executive level staff. -November 2012, became claims coordinator for CIGNA Health Insurance and Medicare Secondary Payer Recovery Contractor Show less -Responsible for: keeping an organized and detailed account of all assigned cases, meeting deadlines, answering phones, taking messages, actively pursuing the required information needed to complete a case, keeping a pleasant demeanor while speaking on the phone with various professional offices, data entry and management, staying current with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act and its policies, and supporting executive level staff. -November 2012, became claims coordinator… Show more -Responsible for: keeping an organized and detailed account of all assigned cases, meeting deadlines, answering phones, taking messages, actively pursuing the required information needed to complete a case, keeping a pleasant demeanor while speaking on the phone with various professional offices, data entry and management, staying current with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act and its policies, and supporting executive level staff. -November 2012, became claims coordinator for CIGNA Health Insurance and Medicare Secondary Payer Recovery Contractor Show less

  • Certified Medical Consultants, inc.
    • Bedford Hills, NY
    • Medical Consultant
      • Jul 2011 - Jun 2012

      -Responsible for: supervising the preparation and sending of medical reports in order to meet a deadline, corresponding with doctors and other professionals, providing customer service, sending records through UPS, fax, and email, answering phones, taking messages, training new employees -Responsible for: supervising the preparation and sending of medical reports in order to meet a deadline, corresponding with doctors and other professionals, providing customer service, sending records through UPS, fax, and email, answering phones, taking messages, training new employees

  • Oasis Peer Counseling Center
    • Staff
      • Jan 2010 - Aug 2011

      -Responsible for: giving and receiving training to support other students in person and on the phone who are dealing with a range of issues and promoting events to raise awareness. -Responsible for: giving and receiving training to support other students in person and on the phone who are dealing with a range of issues and promoting events to raise awareness.

  • Surprise Lake Camp
    • United States
    • Individual and Family Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Counselor
      • Jun 2006 - Aug 2010

      -Canteen Aide, June-August 2006: Responsible for inventory, maintaining facilities, and customer service. -Journeys Way and Boulder Hill counselor. 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010: Responsible for creative programming, time management, and supervision of campers. -2009: Cornerstone leadership fellow and Jewish Leadership Committee member -Canteen Aide, June-August 2006: Responsible for inventory, maintaining facilities, and customer service. -Journeys Way and Boulder Hill counselor. 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010: Responsible for creative programming, time management, and supervision of campers. -2009: Cornerstone leadership fellow and Jewish Leadership Committee member

Education

  • SUNY New Paltz
    Bachelors of Arts, Psychology, Minor in History
    2008 - 2011
  • University of Dundee
    2010 - 2010

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