Nicolas Buendia

About Nicolas Buendia

I am a Human Resources professional focused on supporting operational teams through…

Experience

1. Talent Acquisition Manager

   The Pfister Hotel

   Oct 2024 — Present · Milwaukee, WI, US

   Talent Acquisition & Recruitment• Manage full-cycle recruitment, from job posting to onboarding, ensuring a seamless candidate experience.• Develop and maintain job lists for open positions, distributing them to internal and external partners.• Foster relationships with local agencies, career offices, and educational institutions to build strong talent pipelines.• Coordinate and participate in career fairs, job fairs, and community outreach programs to attract top talent.• Screen, interview, and assess candidates to match them with the right opportunities.• Conduct background checks, reference checks, and ensure compliance with hiring policies.Candidate & Employee Experience• Schedule and facilitate new hire orientation sessions, ensuring a smooth transition for new employees.• Verify employment eligibility, process paperwork, and maintain personnel files.• Conduct follow-ups with new hires to ensure job satisfaction and proper integration into teams.HR Operations & Compliance• Maintain recruitment records, application logs, and track hiring metrics.• Ensure compliance with company policies, union contracts, and employment laws.• Handle confidential employee information with professionalism and discretion.Administrative & Support Functions• Assist with HR office operations, including answering inquiries, maintaining records, and supporting internal HR initiatives.• Collaborate with department managers to align hiring needs with business objectives.• Manage HR-related communications and assist with employee engagement efforts.

Education

• University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

  Teacher certificate

• University of Wisconsin-Whitewater

  Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.)

• Cornell University

  Certification

  2017

Skills

• Teaching
• Public Speaking
• Event Management
• Music Education
• Music
• Composition
• Customer Service
• Music Theory
• Social Media
• Microsoft Office