Jenny Stanley

About Jenny Stanley

Dedicated and results-driven Human Resources professional with over 20 years of success…

Experience

1. Director of Human Resources, North America

   Jellycat

   Nov 2022 — Present · Minneapolis, MN, US

   Partner with Global and North America Leadership Teams to align company-wide goals with local initiatives, ensuring all employees have clear and actionable objectives•Design and implement a comprehensive, competitive benefits package•Develop and implement scalable HR processes and policies with an emphasis on automation, efficiency, and compliance•Establish a robust compensation structure to enhance market competitiveness and improve employee retention•Create and roll out a companywide merit budget process using interactive, user-friendly spreadsheets•Conduct full audit of employment law compliance; proactively address areas of risk and implement compliance programs to support growth at a state, province, and federal levels•Engage with 401k provider and investment group to ensure compliance and the integrity of the plan •Champion clear, consistent employee communication, fostering transparency and trust across the organization •Lead collaboration with legal counsel to develop compliant employment contracts in Canada, and designed separation, retention, and non-disclosure agreements•Foster a strong, positive culture by engaging employees daily and building authentic relationships through regular in-person check-ins.•Build cross-functional and international relationships to import best practices and align global initiatives with local execution•Transition of payroll systems to support scalability, including changes to payroll cycles, timekeeping for non-exempt staff, and integration with key platforms (HRIS, HSA, 401k, COBRA, etc.)•Implement and manage multi-state payroll processes with zero defects and ensured seamless operations through rapid growth phases

Education

• Minnesota State University, Mankato

  Bachelor of Science (BS)

• Concordia University-St. Paul

  Master of Arts (MA)

• Santa Clara University - Leavey School of Business

  Cypress Performance Academy

Skills

• Employee Relations