Laurel Leeds

About Laurel Leeds

I\'m a passionate HR professional with 4+ years of experience and a proven track record of success in companies of all sizes, from startups of 200 to established organizations with over employees. I thrive in collaborative environments, where I can work across teams to create innovative solutions that improve employee experience, streamline HR systems, and ensure all employee relations are handled efficiently.

Experience

1. Human Resources Associate (Generalist)

   Ednovate Inc

   Aug 2023 — Present · Los Angeles, CA, US

   Lead payroll administration: Own HR-related payroll functions necessary to complete semi-monthly payroll preparation, including timesheet completion and approval, paid time off, stipend requests, garnishments, payroll notes, and other information during each payment cycle, ensuring accuracy and holding stakeholders accountable.Oversee onboarding and offboarding compliance: Lead onboarding for all new teammates, ensuring a smooth, values-aligned experience that reflects our commitment to excellence and belonging. This includes managing all logistics prior to a new hire’s first day, ensuring timely setup across ADP and other internal systems, collecting and tracking required documentation for compliance, and supporting managers in ensuring every new hire feels supported and set up for success from day one. Manage the off boarding process by providing exiting staff with the necessary checklists and resources.Support HRIS administration: Support the management of ADP to ensure data and reports are accurate and meet the needs of staff and the organization. Ensure accurate tracking of compliance requirements, including those related to Safe Schools, ESSA grids, and wage and hour laws, proactively identifying and flagging issues as appropriate. Evaluate opportunities to build more efficient and effective processes that enhance the employee experience and support organizational growth.Contribute to a positive employee experience: Conduct office hours at each school site to foster a sense of belonging and build trust and rapport with staff. Regularly review staff experience data, including 7- and 90-day new hire feedback surveys, to identify opportunities for improvement. Support help desk requests, addressing both sensitive and nonsensitive questions, and resolving issues related to payroll, benefits, and organizational policies. Deliver excellent customer service to staff throughout their time at Ednovate.

Education

• California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Business Administration