Allison Carter

Senior Human Resources Leader, Private Equity and F200 | Global Talent Management Leader | Strategic People Leadership Professional

Role
Senior Director, Human Resources at Cognizant
Location
Atlanta, GA, US
LinkedIn followers
500 followers
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About Allison Carter

Global HR Leadership Professional | Strategic People Initiatives | Organizational DevelopmentAs a trusted HR leader with global expertise across 23 countries, I specialize in aligning people strategies with business goals to drive engagement and performance. With experience spanning Fortune 500 companies, startups, and turnaround environments, I deliver impactful solutions in Talent Strategy, Change Management, and Leadership Development.Key achievements include:Designing global HR strategies that enhance agility and organizational success.Leading large-scale change initiatives and ensuring seamless transitions.Coaching leaders to build high-performing teams and future-ready talent pipelines.Driving DEI programs with measurable impact.Skilled in fostering employee-driven cultures, managing complex challenges, and building strong relationships, I am passionate about helping people and organizations thrive. Let’s connect if you’re looking for a strategic HR partner who inspires change and delivers results.

Experience

  1. Senior Director, Human Resources

    Cognizant

    Dec 2025 — Present · Atlanta, GA, US

Education

  • Georgia Southern University

    Bachelor's degree, Spanish

    1990 — 1994

  • Georgia Southern University

    BA, Cultural Anthropology

    1990 — 1994

Skills

  • Deferred Compensation
  • Recruiting
  • Staff Development
  • Employee Handbooks
  • Competency Based Interviewing
  • Employee Surveys
  • Global Human Resources Management
  • HR Transformation
  • South African Human Resources
  • Organizational Development
  • Employer Branding
  • 360 Feedback
  • Executive Coaching
  • International Mergers and Acquisitions
  • Employment-Based Immigration
  • Australian Human Resources
  • Personnel Management
  • Canadian Human Resources
  • Employee Engagement
  • Strategic HR
  • Learning Management Systems
  • Employee Relations
  • Employee Grievance
  • Onboarding
  • Strategic Human Resources Leadership
  • Compensation & Benefit
  • Organizational Effectiveness
  • Employee Relations Investigations
  • Workforce Planning
  • Competency Assessments
  • Employee Wellness
  • Organizational Design
  • Employee Benefits
  • Hris
  • HR Policies
  • UK Human Resources
  • Team Leadership
  • Human Resources
  • Mergers and Acquisitions
  • Global Compensation

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