Jen McGonigle

About Jen McGonigle

I am a Human Resource Strategist skilled in the observation and evaluation of workforce capability and capacity. I bring extensive experience in driving change management and talent strategy on a global scale for Fortune 250 companies, and on an individual, project basis at the local level. As a maximizer, I am always focused on taking something strong—nurturing it, refining it, and stretching it toward excellence. My 25+ years’ experience as a trusted advisor allows me to listen, observe, and evaluate the workforce, serving as a thought partner to field operations. Together, we work to enable organizational profitability and growth through talent management, ensuring the right person is ready for the right position at the right time. I MAXIMIZE TALENT BYBuilding People Capability & Fostering Long-Term Learning and DevelopmentDemonstrating Strategic Agility by Challenging the Status QuoExhibiting Visionary Leadership through Adaptability & Influence Encouraging Organizational Collaboration with Disciplined ExecutionMY SPECIFIC AREAS OF EXPERTISE INCLUDESuccession PlanningOrganizational DesignIndividual & Team CoachingTalent ManagementLearning & DevelopmentChange ManagementEmployee Engagement Performance ManagementTransition & OnboardingGenerational DynamicsWorkforce ReadinessStrategy & ImplementationI THRIVE WITHINDynamic, fast-paced environments wherein I can enable profitability and growth through proven talent management and organizational development practices. If you share my energy for HR strategy and execution, I invite you to connect with me here on LinkedIn or via email at j••••••••@gmail.com.

Experience

1. Sr Director, People and Talent Development

   PJW Restaurant Group

   Mar 2017 — Present · Haddon Township, NJ, US

   I was recruited as the company\'s first HR professional into the Director role of this growing enterprise to establish the HR platform within the group. I report directly to the CEO. With plans for accelerating growth to double its current size, I\'ve focused on foundational HR practices to include but not limited to, talent sourcing, training, organizational design, development, retention and benefits administration. Overall, I\'m focusing my human resource expertise where needed, to poise the team for growth.MAXIMIZING TALENT> Partner with executive leadership team to bring a solid, sustainable talent strategy to the group.> Build upon the positive, family-oriented culture of the individual stores and at the group level.> Serve as a thought leader in supporting and enhancing the vision of the

Education

• Penn State University

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Marketing

  1985

Skills

• Talent Management
• Succession Planning
• Employee Engagement
• Organizational Effectiveness
• Workforce Planning
• Onboarding
• Leadership
• Benefits Administration
• Organizational Development
• Human Resources
• Talent Acquisition
• Performance Management
• Employee Relations
• Performance Improvement
• Team Building
• Training
• Personnel Management
• Change Management
• Leadership Development
• Employee Training
• Hiring
• HR Policies
• Organizational Design
• Coaching
• Labor Relations
• Recruiting
• Executive Coaching
• Fmla
• Applicant Tracking Systems
• Interviews
• Career Development
• HR Consulting
• Mbti
• Hris
• College Recruiting
• New Hire Orientations
• Employee Benefits
• Employment Law
• Conflict Resolution
• Employer Branding