Dejana Grozdanovski (Jokic) , MBA, SHRM-CP
Director Global HR Operations and EMEA HRBP at HYCU, Inc.- Claim this Profile
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Erin Grant
I had the pleasure of working with Dejana at Haley & Aldrich from 2014 to 2015. Dejana possesses excellent organizational skills and to say she is eager to take on new challenges is an understatement. She was hired at a time of growth to work under me as Human Potential Generalist and as my back up.She had very little supervision, and her ability to absorb so many different HR policies, procedures, and benefits plans for 20+ different offices across the US, quickly and accurately was just astounding. She is a strong, reliable team player that would be a valued asset to any organization.
Lidia Vargas
Dejana is detail oriented and produced great results for the company. She provided great customer service. She always had a smile. Great person to work with.
Erin Grant
I had the pleasure of working with Dejana at Haley & Aldrich from 2014 to 2015. Dejana possesses excellent organizational skills and to say she is eager to take on new challenges is an understatement. She was hired at a time of growth to work under me as Human Potential Generalist and as my back up.She had very little supervision, and her ability to absorb so many different HR policies, procedures, and benefits plans for 20+ different offices across the US, quickly and accurately was just astounding. She is a strong, reliable team player that would be a valued asset to any organization.
Lidia Vargas
Dejana is detail oriented and produced great results for the company. She provided great customer service. She always had a smile. Great person to work with.
Erin Grant
I had the pleasure of working with Dejana at Haley & Aldrich from 2014 to 2015. Dejana possesses excellent organizational skills and to say she is eager to take on new challenges is an understatement. She was hired at a time of growth to work under me as Human Potential Generalist and as my back up.She had very little supervision, and her ability to absorb so many different HR policies, procedures, and benefits plans for 20+ different offices across the US, quickly and accurately was just astounding. She is a strong, reliable team player that would be a valued asset to any organization.
Lidia Vargas
Dejana is detail oriented and produced great results for the company. She provided great customer service. She always had a smile. Great person to work with.
Erin Grant
I had the pleasure of working with Dejana at Haley & Aldrich from 2014 to 2015. Dejana possesses excellent organizational skills and to say she is eager to take on new challenges is an understatement. She was hired at a time of growth to work under me as Human Potential Generalist and as my back up.She had very little supervision, and her ability to absorb so many different HR policies, procedures, and benefits plans for 20+ different offices across the US, quickly and accurately was just astounding. She is a strong, reliable team player that would be a valued asset to any organization.
Lidia Vargas
Dejana is detail oriented and produced great results for the company. She provided great customer service. She always had a smile. Great person to work with.
Credentials
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Letting an Employee Go
LinkedInNov, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
Building Accountability into Your Culture
LinkedInOct, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
Leading Productive One-on-One Meetings
LinkedInSep, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
Succession Planning
LinkedInSep, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
SHRM - Certified Professional (SHRM-CP)
SHRM CertificationDec, 2015- Nov, 2024 -
Predictive Index
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SHRM-CP
SHRM
Experience
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HYCU, Inc.
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United States
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Software Development
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200 - 300 Employee
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Director Global HR Operations and EMEA HRBP
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Jun 2021 - Present
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IBM Turbonomic
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United States
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Software Development
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200 - 300 Employee
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Director, Global People Operations
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Feb 2021 - Jun 2021
Launched and scaled HR programs related to onboarding/offboarding, benefits, and compensation to meet the needs of 300 to 500+ employees. Led the setup and opening of the France and Israel offices. Directed pre- and post-acquisition integration activities for 200 global staff (US, Canada, and EMEA) from SevOne and supported the acquisition of Turbonomic by IBM in early 2021. Led and managed numerous change management projects to support global business expansion.• Introduced a global onboarding process to acclimate, engage, and retain new hires.• Implemented compensation and benefits programs focused on motivating and rewarding high performers and valued team members.• Developed and implemented standardized job titles/descriptions, profiles, and career development paths (including identified training needs and succession strategies) for staff in collaboration with people managers.• Oversaw PEO relationship, transition, and introduction of a new HRIS and other systems.• Managed daily operations of the Company's equity program.• Spearheaded internal DevelopHer D&I initiatives. Show less
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Global People Operations Manager
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May 2018 - Feb 2021
Identified and evaluated legal requirements and confirmed policies, procedures, and reporting adhere with these guidelines. Regularly consulted with executive leadership to discuss HR initiatives and associated benefits communication and wellness strategies. Completed annual tax reporting (Europe) and strategically administered company equity program. Led yearly open enrollment benefits renewals and advisory group meetings. Conducted an audit on global compliance of tax filings, policies, and handbooks.● Developed and launched Global Wellness initiatives.● Directed the launch of new hire onboarding, termination programs, and background check screening.● Introduced a managed compensation tool. Show less
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Senior Global HR & Benefits Specialist
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Mar 2017 - May 2018
Oversaw, coordinated, and communicated benefit information to new and former employees through one-on-one meetings and coordinated group benefits orientations. Administered employee leaves of absence (FMLA/STD) to confirm adherence with federal and state leave regulations. Completed compensation and benefits market research and analyzed findings to ensure competitiveness. Audited the benefits system to ensure employee eligibility and benefit information.● Designed and completed annual benefits open enrollment meetings for 27 US office locations, as well as open enrollment system preparation. Show less
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Haley & Aldrich
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United States
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Environmental Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior Human Potential Generalist - Benefits & Compensation
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Jan 2016 - Mar 2017
Oversaw, coordinated, and communicated benefit information to new and former employees through one-on-one meetings and coordinated group benefits orientations. Administered employee leaves of absence (FMLA/STD) to confirm adherence with federal and state leave regulations. Completed compensation and benefits market research and analyzed findings to ensure competitiveness. Audited the benefits system to ensure employee eligibility and benefit information.● Designed and completed annual benefits open enrollment meetings for 27 US office locations, as well as open enrollment system preparation. Show less
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Human Resource Generalist
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Nov 2014 - Jan 2016
Consistently tracked, monitored, and analyzed health claims and benefit plan costs and trends, as well as responded to/resolved escalated benefit issues. Organized pre-selection activities including background checks and reference checks to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures. Verified I-9 documents with new hires and delivered feedback to candidates and hiring managers. Coordinated benefits activities for the office including new hire enrollment processing, qualified status changes, and terminations.● Launched an internal SharePoint HR site for the entire organization Show less
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The TJX Companies, Inc.
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Operations Manager
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Sep 2012 - Jun 2014
Assisted with new store opening – massive hiring process, onboarding, training and development. Evaluated Associate’s performance, and recognized associates through reward and discipline. led recruitment and staffing logistics - planned and conducted new employee orientations. Recommended career development and termination of associates. Evaluated strategic scheduling and made recommendations to store manager regarding exceptions to store payroll budget
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Administrative HR coordinator
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Feb 2010 - Aug 2012
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Customer service coordinator
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Oct 2008 - Feb 2010
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Education
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Franklin Pierce University New Hampshire
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Human Resource Management -
Megatrend University
Bachelor's degree, Economics/ International Business