Mariana Matthews

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ABOUT MARIANA MATTHEWS

I am a results-driven Human Resources professional with 9 years of progressive experience supporting fast-paced, multi-site organizations. I specialize in building strong partnerships with leaders and employees at all levels while ensuring compliance, operational excellence, and a positive employee experience.My background includes talent acquisition, benefits administration, sales compliance, onboarding, employee relations, and workforce data management. I have hands-on experience navigating regulated HR areas including FMLA, Short-Term Disability (STD), Workers’ Compensation, and compliance-driven processes. I am known for handling sensitive and complex situations with discretion, professionalism, and sound judgment.Beyond day-to-day HR operations, I focus on strengthening infrastructure and driving long-term impact. I am passionate about improving systems, increasing data integrity, enhancing manager tools, and supporting scalable growth initiatives. I thrive in environments where HR plays a strategic role in shaping culture, engagement, and organizational development.My strengths include:• Building productive relationships across all levels of the organization• Supporting leaders through smart hiring and workforce planning• Managing compliance in regulated HR functions• Streamlining processes to improve efficiency and accuracy• Handling confidential matters with integrity and professionalism• Creating employee engagement initiatives that strengthen cultureAs I continue growing in my career, my goal is to evolve into a senior-level HR leader and strategic business partner who helps organizations scale thoughtfully while maintaining strong employee foundations.