Marj Favor - Resume

1. P R O F E S S I O N A L S U M M A R Y
A strategic and highly effective HR and Recruitment professional with 8 years of progressive experience in talent
acquisition, people operations, employee benefits and executive administration in Canada and overseas.
Experienced in both corporate and agency HR initiatives and recruitment procedures. Capable of developing and
managing diverse relationships by assisting organizations in translating goals into actionable strategies that
positively impact people and processes.
+1 778 885 3163
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Surrey, BC
Human Resources and Recruitment Associate
Spectrum Society for Community Living • Vancouver, BC
September 2023 - Present
A non-profit organization that supports individuals with mental and developmental disabilities by providing dedicated professionals, including
caregivers, community support workers, coordinators, and managers.
HR Administration: Efficiently support the HR team by maintaining employee records, organizing and
maintaining files, and handling documentation, such as employment contracts, requirements of employment,
terminations, letters, and forms.
Talent Acquisition: Play a pivotal role in the recruitment process, by posting job advertisements, screening
resumes, scheduling interviews, conducting casual interviews and completing reference checks. Actively
participates in onboarding activities for new hires ensuring seamless documentation.
HR Systems and Data Management: Contribute to the seamless operation of HR databases and systems,
ensuring accurate and up-to-date employee information. This entails managing system access, managing
attendance records, creating schedule rotations, seniority reports, payroll support, and employee benefits.
Scheduling Management: Oversees centralized scheduling for casual, part-time, and full-time employees.
Manages the seamless allocation of weekly rotations and shifts across 150 diverse programs, ensuring clients
receive consistent and reliable home support services.
Compliance and Policy: Work diligently to ensure compliance with labour laws and company policies. Participate
in the development and updating of HR policies and procedures and support employee training programs.
Employee Benefits and Payroll Entry: Assists and direct employees with questions related to benefits, leave
applications, and other related matters. Administer benefits programs and monitor leave balances and salaries.
HR Projects: Participate actively in various HR projects, such as employee engagement initiatives, hiring fairs,
performance management processes, or employee surveys.
Talent Acquisition Coordinator
Thrive Recruitment Inc • Vancouver, BC
April 2022 - September 2023
A recruitment consulting firm in Canada that provides customized recruitment and talent acquisition services to address business needs by
providing exceptional staffing solutions.
Achieved a remarkable 150% growth in hiring and streamlined processes by assisting full-cycle recruitment for
the entire hiring process across various roles and industries.
Works directly with the Founder and CEO of the company and collaborates with Executive Recruiters and Senior
Recruiters to make informed decisions regarding candidate selection and weekly reports.
Utilizes diverse sourcing strategies to attract a qualified and diverse pool of candidates, such as reviewing
resumes, screening applications, and direct sourcing techniques.
Conducts initial phone screenings to assess candidates' qualifications, experience, and cultural fit to further
evaluate candidates' skills, competencies, and potential for success.
Summarizes interview notes, client intake calls, assesses applicants' backgrounds and conducts reference checks
and assists with the recruitment administrative work by updating sourcing spreadsheets, talent pipeline and
maintaining workflow processes.
Develops job descriptions and post compelling job advertisements on various job boards like LinkedIn, Indeed
and other relevant channels.
W O R K E X P E R I E N C E
Talent Acquisition and HR Professional
M a r j F a v o r
C O R E C O M P E T E N C I E S
Headhunting and Talent Sourcing
Full Cycle Recruitment
Job Posting and Screening
Executive Administration
Client Relationship Management
Social Media Campaigns
T E C H N I C A L S K I L L S
LinkedIn Recruiter
Canva
Mailchimp
MS Office Suite
Google Suite
Boolean Search

2. HR Team Administrator and EA to the Head of Middle East
Holborn Assets • Dubai, UAE
March 2019 - November 2021
A leading, award-winning, global financial services company that provides quality financial advice and wealth management solutions to
international expatriates in Dubai.
Supported the Managing Partner, Head of the Middle East, his team of 14 Senior Partners, and a client portfolio of
200+ clients to maintain and implement administration processes to improve proper workflow and team efficiency.
Led the onboarding of new team members such as Senior Partners, Business Development Managers, and Executive
Assistants, which included coordinating with the onboarding team and assisting with recruitment activities such as
scheduling interviews, coordinating with candidates, and maintaining necessary documentation records.
Collaborated with the team to establish and improve administrative processes to enhance workflow efficiency, such
as identifying areas for improvement, implementing solutions, and ensuring adherence to established procedures.
Employee Benefits Executive
Gulf Resources Insurance Broker • Dubai, UAE
March 2018 - February 2019
An insurance broker company in Dubai since 1988 that offers a variety of employee benefits, and insurance policies, including life insurance,
health insurance, auto insurance, property insurance, and liability insurance.
Managed insurance claims submitted by employees with a 95% claim approval and ensured timely and efficient
handling that streamlined policy management. Led the execution of policy enrolment, renewal, and cancellation
processes for employees.
Designed and managed the company's employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans,
and other insurance-related benefits to enhance employee satisfaction, improved retention, and a comprehensive
benefits package tailored to employees' needs.
Strengthened client partnerships, increased employee satisfaction, and optimized benefits offerings by
collaborating with employees and partners to create personalized employee benefits strategies.
Employee Benefits Manager
Finsbury Associates • Dubai, UAE
April 2017 - March 2018
A highly regulated financial services group based in Dubai, which specializes in providing consultation, advice and bespoke solutions in all areas
of employee benefits and financial planning.
Increased renewal performances by 91.3% by formulating strategic recommendations to improve benefits programs,
aligning them with clients' and employees' needs, cost-effectiveness, compliance, and employee satisfaction.
Conducted in-depth analysis of benefits utilization data, claims records, and employee input to evaluate the
performance of benefits programs and pinpoint opportunities for enhancement.
Collaborated closely with insurance carriers, benefit providers, and other partners to assess and select the most
suitable options for employees' benefits programs.
HR Recruitment Specialist
Future Deal Real Estate Broker • Dubai, UAE
January 2016 - April 2017
A real estate company that specializes in buying, selling, renting, and managing residential and commercial properties in Dubai.
Managed HR operations improving 89.5% of the recruitment, employee relations, benefits administration,
compliance, and performance management process within the organization.
Led the HR team by screening new hires of Sales Managers, Real Estate Advisors and Business Development
Managers while conducting the onboarding process, handling full cycle recruitment, performance appraisal, and
terminations.
Oversaw the monthly payroll process using the Wage Protection System (WPS), ensuring accurate and timely
processing of employee salaries, deductions, and commissions for the sales team.
Coordinated with the company's Public Relations Officer (PRO) to facilitate visa processing for new hires, ensuring
compliance with immigration regulations.
E D U C A T I O N
Post Graduate Diploma in Human Resources Management
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Graduated with Distinction and Dean's Honour Roll - 2023
Bachelor of Science in Clinical Psychology
Polytechnic University of the Philippines
Graduated - 2014
WES Reference No. 5856585
C E R T I F I C A T I O N S
CPHR Candidate
Chartered Professionals in Human Resources
of BC & Yukon
Licensed Psychometrician
Professional Regulation Commission
License no. 3278