Carina Antonini

About Carina Antonini

I’m a human resources professional driven by impact—pairing sharp strategy with compassionate execution to build people-first cultures that actually work. With a Master of Science in Human Resource Management and Development and a Bachelor of Science in Public Affairs with a concentration in Human Resource Management, I bring both academic rigor and real-world application to every role I take on.My experience spans lean teams and fast-paced, high-growth environments where I’ve led onboarding programs, streamlined compliance operations, managed full-cycle recruiting processes, and redefined employee engagement initiatives. I am SHRM-CP certified and proficient in systems including Workday, ADP, Paycom, Insperity, Ashby, Zip, and Jira.Known for executing with precision and leading with empathy, I’ve built HR systems that scale, programs that retain, and strategies that align talent with business outcomes. I thrive in ambiguity, excel under pressure, and never lose sight of the people at the core of every process.Let’s connect if you’re looking to talk talent, transformation, or turning potential into performance.

Experience

1. HR Specialist

   Gallagher

   Jul 2025 — Present · New York, NY, US

   Deliver HR consulting support to multiple clients, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations, policies, and procedures- Process and approve bi-weekly payroll and 401(k) contributions, ensuring accuracy and timely execution- Administer all employer-paid and voluntary employee benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD & D, and supplemental coverage- Conduct I-9 and dependent care audits to maintain compliance and mitigate organizational risk- Oversee end-to-end leave management processes, serving as the primary point of contact for employees and vendors- Lead U.S. benefits orientations, events, and employee communications to promote understanding and utilization of available programs- Maintain and update plan documents, including Summary Plan Descriptions (SPDs)- Design and standardize core HR documents for startups and companies entering the U.S. market, including onboarding packets, compliance and policy materials, termination documents, leave documentation, and state-mandated notices- Manage end-to-end workers’ compensation processes by documenting employee injury reports, submitting claims to carriers, and coordinating with employees and managers to ensure timely resolution and compliance with company policies- Track and manage benefits-related escalations by maintaining detailed case logs, monitoring progress to ensure timely resolution, and producing biweekly IER summary reports analyzing trends, volume, and recurring issues to drive process improvements

Education

• DIS - Study Abroad

  Summer Abroad - Copenhagen, Denmark, Nonprofit Sector in Comparative Perspective

• New York University

  Master of Science - MS, Human Resource Management and Development

• The University of the West Indies Cave Hill Campus

  Summer Abroad - Bridgetown, Barbados, Global HR Management

• Indiana University Bloomington

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Public Affairs

• Carmel High School

  Academic Honors Diploma