Ivan Leon

About Ivan Leon

As a Senior HR Business Partner at UT Health East Texas, I bring over three years of experience in communications management to deliver strategic, timely, and effective HR support. I serve as a trusted advisor and coach to leaders at the management and director levels, providing guidance across a broad range of human resources disciplines.In my role, I act as the primary point of contact for non-administrative HR matters across multiple locations and large client groups, while also serving as a subject matter expert for designated facilities. I offer practical, forward-thinking leadership to department heads, helping them identify and implement solutions that address organizational needs and drive performance.My responsibilities include overseeing employee relations, engagement initiatives, and onboarding processes. I collaborate closely with the broader HR team to align local efforts with enterprise-wide strategies and initiatives. I am deeply committed to fostering an inclusive workplace culture and empowering employees to reach their full potential.

Experience

1. Sr HR Business Partner

   UT Health East Texas

   Mar 2022 — Present · Tyler, TX, US

   As a Senior HR Business Partner at UT Health East Texas, I serve as the strategic HR lead for multiple locations and large client groups, providing expert guidance on a wide range of HR functions. I partner with leadership to drive talent planning, employee development, performance management, and engagement initiatives. My role includes resolving complex people and change-related challenges, leveraging data to inform decisions, and aligning HR strategies with business objectives.I lead key processes such as performance calibration, succession planning, and annual talent reviews, while collaborating with Centers of Excellence to deliver impactful learning and development programs. Through continuous improvement of HR systems and policies, I help foster an inclusive, high-performing culture that empowers employees and supports organizational success.

Education

• Columbia Southern University

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business Administration and Management, General

  2016 — 2019

• Columbia Southern University

  Associates of Science in Business, Business Administration and Management, General

  2016 — 2017

• Temple High School

  High School Diploma, General Studies

  1999 — 2003