Lauren Schoonmaker
Alexandria
Summary
Strategic and results-oriented HR professional with over five years of progressive experience in human resources and operational management. Proven expertise in compensation analysis, job evaluation, and talent acquisition. Adept at using data-driven strategies to inform decision-making, enhance workforce planning, and align HR initiatives with organizational goals. Skilled communicator and collaborator with a passion for optimizing processes and fostering equitable workplace environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Real Estate Transaction Coordinator
William Close Group
09.2024 - Current
- Managed scheduled meetings to maintain satisfaction of both buyers and sellers and facilitate smooth purchases.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to maximize sales and attract new clients.
- Established positive flow of communication with agents, clients, attorneys and personnel involved in closing transactions.
- Followed-up escrow process, coordinated contingency removal of property inspection and maintained timely closing of escrow.
Human Resource Generalist | Talent Acquisition
All's Well Healthcare
01.2018 - 09.2024
- Conducted job evaluations and developed job descriptions to align roles with organizational needs.
- Advised hiring managers on compensation structures and market trends to promote equitable pay practices.
- Supported employee relations initiatives, including conflict resolution, policy interpretation, and performance management.
- Facilitated training sessions to promote understanding of HR policies and employee development programs.
- Designed and implemented talent acquisition strategies to attract and retain high-caliber candidates.
- Partnered with hiring managers to assess role requirements and identify competitive compensation benchmarks.
- Led candidate sourcing efforts, leveraging HRIS and ATS systems to track and analyze recruitment metrics.
- Supported compensation analysis, ensuring alignment with market rates and internal equity.
Corporate Operations Manager
The Eye Center of Optometry
07.2013 - 03.2018
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to obtain best pricing and terms.
- Increased profit by streamlining operations.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Developed and implemented strategies to maximize customer satisfaction.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
Education
BBA -
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH06-2021
Skills
- Compensation Tools & Technology: Job evaluation, pay equity analysis, salary benchmarking
- Data Analytics: HR metrics tracking and reporting
- Talent Acquisition: Candidate sourcing, pipeline development, and ATS management
- Communication & Collaboration: Training, employee relations, and team engagement
- Project Management: Streamlining HR processes and implementing new initiatives
Certification
- Certified Virginia Notary Public
- Certified Compensation Professional - plan to pursue
Timeline
Real Estate Transaction Coordinator
William Close Group
09.2024 - Current
Human Resource Generalist | Talent Acquisition
All's Well Healthcare
01.2018 - 09.2024
Corporate Operations Manager
The Eye Center of Optometry
07.2013 - 03.2018
- Certified Virginia Notary Public
- Certified Compensation Professional - plan to pursue
BBA -
Southern New Hampshire University
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