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April 7, 2012

Dear CEO, Hire Me

By Recruiterpoet - Professionalism With Flare

Two years ago I attended the Annual Carolinas Payroll Conference in Myrtle Beach, SC. As a vendor my role was to raise awareness for my organization and discussion potential career opportunities we had for a client implementation. The next morning at 9:45 AM, I was approached by the conference coordinator and asked if I could step in and do a 45 minute presentation given that one of the presenters was running short. I didn’t know payroll but I was very affluent in career planning and personal brand strategy. I asked how long I had? I was informed I had about one minute to prepare.

Yes, I had one minute to prepare for a 45 minute presentation. No slides, no real topic, no agenda and no time. It went incredibly well. Almost inspirational. During the discussion, I told the audience of 170 payroll professionals that it was ok to reach out to an executive or even a CEO if you presented yourself in a unique way that showed how your skills were ideal for the organization.

The next day, an attendee approached me to thank me for the advice. I wasn’t sure which advice but how can I say no to a nice compliment. She informed me that her husband’s former employer that develops large commercial planes lost their largest client to a local competitor. He was an operations line manager with twelve years under his belt and had applied over three weeks earlier to move over to the new company without receiving a single acknowledgment. They went online, found a contact email for the CEO and sent over a cover letter explaining his background and resume. One hour later, the Director of Recruitment called him up to schedule a phone interview.

The bottom line lesson from that tidbit I presented was that if a recruiter receives a referral from an executive, there is almost a 100% chance you will get an interview or an informational call. Many organizations have an executive team that is focused purely on executive referrals.

The key is not necessarily to know the executive or even be the best candidate; the key is to have the best presentation. If you can sell yourself to an executive in paragraph, you can impress anyone. They just need to see one thing only to draw their attention and they will forward it on. It can be the same college, similar hobbies, a specific skill set or a unique fact about the organization that you are trying to get your foot in the door.

Social networking has allowed all of us to become amateur background checkers. We have the capability through Jigsaw, Facebook, LinkedIn, MyLife and Pinterest to learn about our target. Once you learn what you need to know, you are set. It is like finding a person in a bar you are interested in and having an instant profile on your IPhone prior to even approaching that person.

Recently, a close friend had an interview with Random House, her dream company given her career focus in the publishing/media industry. She had a second interview for a Junior Executive Marketing/Sales role. She felt she was too junior but really wanted this role. We did a little background checking and found out her interviewer was a huge fan of the Marx Brothers, Ella Fitzgerald and the New York Mets. We found a first edition of a book from the early 70′s called The Groucho Marx Letters to present to her during the interview along with a business plan for the next year at Random House. That was the edge I felt she needed to make the connection, show her passion for the publishing industry, demonstrate her research skills and show her business strategy capability.

Stand Tall
Stand Out
Let our your true Wow Factor

Here is how to impress an executive in 60 seconds

1. Do your research. Learn as much as you can about the executive you are reaching out to and make a personal connection immediately in your initial letter or email.

2. Be confident. Everything is about personal branding and marketing yourself. An executive is one of the highest levels in any organization. You need to be at the top of your game to sell yourself to a top leader.

3. Use the power of your network and friends to sharper the outreach. Before you send any communication, make sure it is proofed and re-proofed. You may get 30 seconds to 1 minute on a desk of an executive before it is either read or dismissed. Make it bold, make it confident and make it memorable.

4. Think outside the box. Don’t make it a traditional outreach. Be unique. Find an approach that is completely you and make it your own.

5. Move forward with a yes attitude. If you have a defeated attitude prior to engaging in this exercise, that will show in your writing and your ability to follow through if you get the chance to prove yourself.

If you follow these simple instructions, know this is the right organization and culture for you, have the ideal skill sets and can develop a personal brand that has a “wow” factor then you are ready to go.

Take that bold step and get your dream job.

Watch out CEO’s, you may want to check your inbox. The next great leader maybe waiting.

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August 25, 2011

The Throw it and See What Sticks Approach will not work in your job search!

By Recruiterpoet - Professionalism With Flare

“You never change things by fighting the existing reality. To change something, build a new model that makes the existing model obsolete.” – Buckminster Fuller

“Hey Mark-

Thank you for accepting my invitation to connect on LinkedIn.

Please let me know how I can help you.

I am a Purchasing Professional in transition. Any suggestions?”

Shortly after sending a LinkedIn request from this gentleman, I received this email. I am certain I am one of many recruiters this individual reached out to. Naturally, this person had no idea what my industry, role support or leverage/networking capability was. He was hoping that someone could link up with him and provide him with the next career opportunity. Without further information about what specific area of purchasing he was involved in (vendor relations, supply chain, operations, inventory, etc.) it was impossible to provide an educated response so I did reach out for further information and at the the time of publication have yet to hear back (Four days later).

It got me thinking that with all the emphasis on the high unemployment rate and the slowing job creation growth rate, maybe the slowing growth rate is not the only concern. My experiences have indicated that for many, we don’t know how to be “unemployed”. The art of the career search is a delicate process of focus, research, marketing, communications and sales. It is a precise and patient process that in the end, if done correctly, could yield you a career move that is far better than your previous role. So why are so many cheating or being just lazy with their approach?

Because they believe they can solve their unemployment dilemma with volume and numbers.

I am here to tell you that the “Throw it and see what sticks approach” rarely works.

Before I committed to my theory, I decided to try a little experiment. Thank you to my physics and chemistry teachers in high school for providing me with the precise know how to effectively conduct the experience, examine my findings and draw efficient conclusions. I took marshmallows, gummi bears and Swedish fish and began. I will say the sample sizes were equal before I began, but the Swedish fish are so yummy. One by one I threw them against the white wall of the house to see if in fact they would stick. My results were conclusive. One hundred percent of the test samples did not stick. Thus, the practice of “throw it and see what sticks” does in fact not work.

Then I decided to extend my social experiment to Facebook. I have a number of Facebook “friends” in the Charleston area. Predominately, they are businesses and the reason behind my many local business connections is for the social calendar it presents. It is an opportunity for me to see what music, theater, and dining options are available to me on any given day or week. Since I have a high number of “mutual friends” I have gotten a number of requests for connecting with people I have never spoken a word to nor do I expect to. I am trying to figure out why. I am not a local business, I am not offering a service. I am just ME! So why? Maybe they just feel like they need to since we have many mutual friends or because of the large numbers of connections they feel they should know more for some reason unknown to themselves. I even see this as a sub-set to the “throw it and see what sticks” approach.

Now what is wrong with this approach? Beyond the obvious that it lacks focus, innovation and research, it is a flawed approach. Given the increasing population and the limited job growth concerns that we will be dealing with for several years to come, organizations are becoming leaner and relying on specialized talent to fill the limited needs. Having industry knowledge, cultural experience, soft skills and technical skills are going to be the key to success in this job market.

Companies are becoming more in tune with the “complete candidate” The complete candidate is a package deal. That is the resume, the career flow, the soft skills, the specific technical capabilities and the social interaction. Social Interaction: What does that mean?

That means:

1. The behaviors and actions on social networking channels?
2. How aggressive and focused is your behavior in your job search process (How many roles do you apply to, how often do you call recruiters, how much effort are you putting into your search.)
3. How well do you know yourself (What are your strengths, what are your areas of improvement? Are you leveraging your strengths?)
4. Are you showing personal and professional growth?
5. What other areas of your life are completing your personality (Volunteer work, community service, communities)

We are no longer summed up by a resume/CV. We are now part of the growing cloud of life; the sum of all our actions. Each choice we make in our careers, training, community and social life is a permanent tattoo on our image or personal brand.

The key to a successful career transition is a clear focus on what has made you who you are and then take that mirror image of yourself to the next level and think different. In a market that is more competitive now than it has ever been before, the critical need to stand out from the crowd and re-invent may be the most important aspect of your search. Your skills will provide your with the tool kit to succeed once you have the job, but your unique approach will get your foot in the door.

When you wake up and sit down in front of your IPad, PC or laptop, think about how you will approach your career search, determine if your current marketing plan is working and then re-invent yourself.

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May 17, 2010

25 best-paying jobs for women – Research by Careerbuilder

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Provided by: Kate Lorenz, CareerBuilder.com

When you look at Forbes magazine’s most recent list of highest-paid CEO’s (chief executives of the 500 biggest companies in the United States), you won’t see a woman until No. 48: Irene B Rosenfeld, CEO of Kraft Foods.

In a country where women make up 47 percent of the workforce, women make up just 3 percent of Fortune 500 CEO’s. In addition, women who worked full time earned an average of just 80 percent of what men earned in the same positions in 2008, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

But is salary disparity between genders the issue or is it something deeper?

In the Harvard Business Review blog, Avivah Wittenberg-Cox wrote: “Women represent one of the world’s biggest and most under-reported opportunities. The business world has been so focused on stories like the rise of China that it has not been invited to see that, much closer to home, business could be reaping the benefits of the rise of women. Companies — and their business school feeders — have been slow in adapting and profiting from this shift, and part of the reason is that media too often focus on small, sensational and misleading parts of the story, including aspects like the wage gap.”

Catalyst’s February 2010 Pipeline’s Broken Promise report examining high potential graduates from top business schools around the world found that, even after taking into account experience, industry and region, women start at lower levels than men, make on average $4,600 less in their initial jobs, and continue to be outpaced by men in rank and salary growth.

Only when women begin their post-MBA career at mid-management or above do they achieve parity in position with men — a situation that accounted for only 10 percent of the women and 19 percent of the men surveyed.

Whatever the cause, the BLS reports there are only a handful of occupations where women’s earnings are equal to or exceed men’s including construction and extraction occupations; special education teachers; installation, maintenance and repair occupations; life, physical and social science technicians; and counselors.
We wanted to know, what jobs pay women the most money? Here are 25 jobs where women earn $1000 a week or more, according to the BLS. One thing to note is that they all earn a fraction of their male counterparts.

Pharmacists
Women – Median weekly earnings: $1,647
Men – Median weekly earnings: $1,914
Women’s earnings as percent of men’s in same occupation: 86.1%

Chief executives
Women – Median weekly earnings: $1,603
Men – Median weekly earnings: $1,999
Women’s earnings as percent of men’s in same occupation: 80.2%

Lawyers
Women – Median weekly earnings: $1,509
Men – Median weekly earnings: $1,875
Women’s earnings as percent of men’s in same occupation: 80.5%

Computer software engineers
Women – Median weekly earnings: $1,351
Men – Median weekly earnings: $1,555
Women’s earnings as percent of men’s in same occupation: 86.9%

Computer and information systems managers
Women – Median weekly earnings: $1,260
Men – Median weekly earnings: $1,641
Women’s earnings as percent of men’s in same occupation: 76.8%

Physicians and surgeons
Women – Median weekly earnings: $1,230
Men – Median weekly earnings: $1,911
Women’s earnings as percent of men’s in same occupation: 64.4%

Management analysts
Women – Median weekly earnings: $1,139
Men – Median weekly earnings: $1,391
Women’s earnings as percent of men’s in same occupation: 81.9%

Human resources managers
Women – Median weekly earnings: $1,137
Men – Median weekly earnings: $1,433
Women’s earnings as percent of men’s in same occupation: 79.3%

Speech-language pathologists
Women – Median weekly earnings: $1,124
Men – Median weekly earnings: *
Women’s earnings as percent of men’s in same occupation: **

Computer and mathematical occupations
Women – Median weekly earnings: $1,088
Men – Median weekly earnings: $1,320
Women’s earnings as percent of men’s in same occupation: 82.4%

Computer scientists and systems analysts
Women – Median weekly earnings: $1,082
Men – Median weekly earnings: $1,240Women’s earnings as percent of men’s in same occupation: 87.3%

Physician assistants
Women – Median weekly earnings: $1,077
Men – Median weekly earnings: **
Women’s earnings as percent of men’s in same occupation: **

Medical and health services managers
Women – Median weekly earnings: $1,066
Men – Median weekly earnings: $1,504
Women’s earnings as percent of men’s in same occupation: 70.9%

Physical scientists, all other
Women – Median weekly earnings: $1,061
Men – Median weekly earnings: $1,535
Women’s earnings as percent of men’s in same occupation: 69.1%

Postsecondary teachers
Women – Median weekly earnings: $1,056
Men – Median weekly earnings: $1,245
Women’s earnings as percent of men’s in same occupation: 84.8%

Marketing and sales managers
Women – Median weekly earnings: $1,024
Men – Median weekly earnings: $1,601
Women’s earnings as percent of men’s in same occupation: 64%

Physical therapists
Women – Median weekly earnings: $1,019
Men – Median weekly earnings: $1,329
Women’s earnings as percent of men’s in same occupation: 76.7%

Occupational therapists
Women – Median weekly earnings: $1,016
Men – Median weekly earnings: **
Women’s earnings as percent of men’s in same occupation: **

Registered nurses
Women – Median weekly earnings: $1,011
Men – Median weekly earnings: $1,168
Women’s earnings as percent of men’s in same occupation: 86.6%

Managers, all other
Women – Median weekly earnings: $1,010
Men – Median weekly earnings: $1,359
Women’s earnings as percent of men’s in same occupation: 74.3%

Psychologists
Women – Median weekly earnings: $1,004
Men – Median weekly earnings: **
Women’s earnings as percent of men’s in same occupation: **

Computer programmers
Women – Median weekly earnings: $1,003
Men – Median weekly earnings: $1,261
Women’s earnings as percent of men’s in same occupation: 79.5%

Architecture and engineering occupations
Women – Median weekly earnings: $1,001
Men – Median weekly earnings: $1,286
Women’s earnings as percent of men’s in same occupation: 77.8%

Advertising and promotions managers
Women – Median weekly earnings: $1,000
Men – Median weekly earnings: **
Women’s earnings as percent of men’s in same occupation: **

Education administrators
Women – Median weekly earnings: $1,000
Men – Median weekly earnings: $1,398
Women’s earnings as percent of men’s in same occupation: 71.5%

*No data or data that do not meet publication criteria.
** Data not shown where the male employment base is less than 50,000.

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May 14, 2010

Here is your chance – Top Recession Proof Jobs (Apply Here!)

By Recruiterpoet - Professionalism With Flare

Provided by Tim King

1. Headhunter One company’s layoff is another’s splash in the potential employee pool. Because of downsizing there are qualified people out there without jobs, and now is a great time to find them, pick them up and place them somewhere. Both sides win.

2. Bartender While the restaurant business may be floundering, bars won’t exactly boom, but they will be the first place people stop after getting the boot. Hey, people drink more when times are tough.

3. Software/Networking Development As new companies grow, here and overseas, they will need people to develop software for them to use and networks for them to communicate with. Companies need quality communication systems and programs to help them run as or more efficiently than competing companies.

4. Personal/Professional Finance Advisor After unprecedented amounts of financial scandals and poor fiscal management blunders surface, people and professionals alike will crack down on bookkeeping.

5. Repo Man Sadly, as more and more people fall on hard times, they will have to start giving up their possessions in order to make ends meet. The repossession industry will reap the benefits.

6. Collection Agents Companies are going belly-up left and right. The ones that don’t want to will try as hard as they can to keep their books clean, both legally and financially. Collection agencies will have no shortage of clients as more and more companies try to clean up.

7. Military /Government Jobs More and more service members overseas are extending their tours so they don’t have to face the bleak job market back home. The government will always need people to keep it functioning. Plus, government jobs are harder to get fired from and the benefits can be sweet, especially for those with families.

8. Nursing and Pharmaceuticals I’m sure you’ve heard it before: the baby boomers are getting old. In the coming years there will be a seemingly endless realm of potential patients to treat, and the nursing career and pharmaceutical industry will ride the wave high.

9. Truck Driver It’s not for everyone, but it’s a time-tested and classic profession. People are always going to need stuff, and that stuff will need to get places. Most of the time you will get a certain amount of time off for a certain amount of miles completed, which can mean lots of down time for rest and personal projects, and the medical and retirement benefits are a plus as well.

10. Fundraiser Asking for money is an idea that makes many people shudder, especially when everyone seems so tight. But with green jobs on a possible brink of booming and city planning expanding, companies and contractors are going to need people to raise funds. Besides, if you’re a good fundraiser you will have a good enough relationships with your donors that asking for money shouldn’t be a big issue.

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May 4, 2010

Hook Um Horns! Today’s Hot Job Takes Us to Texas – Delivery Analyst – Compensation/Performance Management (The Woodlands, TX)

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Delivery Analyst – Compensation/Performance Management 020837

Texas-The Woodlands

Application URL:

https://hewitt.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=020837

With more than 65 years of experience, Hewitt Associates (NYSE: HEW) is the world’s foremost provider of human resources outsourcing and consulting services. The company consults with more than 2,300 organizations and administers human resources, health care, payroll and retirement programs on behalf of more than 340 companies to millions of employees and retirees worldwide. Located in 33 countries, Hewitt employs approximately 24,000 associates.

The Delivery Analyst (DA)is responsible for Talent Domain specific knowledge and ongoing operations support of Compensation, Performance Management, and Learning Administration systems and processes. The DA supports ongoing delivery through issue resolution, change requests (CRs), and standardized processes that contribute to achievement of Service Levels and Key Performance Indicators. This position involves heavy client interaction. The DA could lead projects and CRs. The DA will identify and resolve issues through root cause analysis and then implement solutions. This role will lead and sponsor process creation, improvement initiatives, and changes within the domain. Higher level positions may work across multiple areas of the domain.

Domain Knowledge
Educate others and serve as a subject matter expert.
Provide input and support on best practices.
Support, lead, or ensure the standardization of processes.
Identify and implement improvement ideas.

Client Relationship Management
Support client transitions, gaining an understanding of processes and documentation.
Communicate effectively internally and externally for analysis/resolution.
Participate in meetings to discuss issues identified and impact on service delivery.
Lead client interaction and facilitation on client touch-points.

Project Management
Create detailed functional business requirement specifications and ensure proper testing hand-offs and integration.
Conduct stakeholder interviews and workshops.
Monitor scope and ensure that changes requested are evaluated for impact.
Identify downstream processes and impacts.
Provide status reports and communicate changes for assignments.
Assist in post-project Quality Assurance and knowledge management.
Manage workload including ad-hoc project deliverables.
Responsible for estimating, scheduling and directing project work.
Lead complex inter-domain projects.

Ongoing Operations
Work with Hewitt and client third-party providers to ensure seamless process delivery.
Lead process improvements for existing processes and support creation of new processes with emphasis on up/down stream impacts.
Identify issues; drive change for related improvements.
Identify and resolve escalations or complex issues with strong emphasis to associated patterns, trends, and root cause analysis.
Responsible for meeting aligned SLAs.
Guide and support client delivery for new and existing associates.
Determine when inquiries are beyond the scope of team responsibilities and escalate as appropriate.
Support the CR process, including scoping and costing.
Responsible for team audits and training.
Assist with documentation and lead or support maintenance of release notes/training.
Support offshoring initiatives.
Support formal internal and external audits.
Encourage application service delivery model by challenging requested custom functionality and offering alternative solutions.
Qualifications

Formal Education & Certification
BA, BS in Business, or equivalent degree or work experience required.
Knowledge & Experience
4 plus of work experience in Compensation, Performance Management and/or Learning Administration
Experience in project/implementation work preferred.
Ability to work under tight deadlines managing multiple tasks.
Demonstrated analytical skills, works independently with direction from senior team members.
Familiarity with Six Sigma or quality improvement methodology.
Basic understanding of client requirements.
Ability to write client business requirement and Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) documents.
Ability to properly research and problem solve with various stakeholders changes to system or process.
Demonstrated proficient communication skills.
Understanding of project methodology.
Knowledge and/or experience with a case management system.
Basic domain-specific knowledge including best practices and delivery model desired.
Ability to support cross-domain processes.
Understanding of internal and external controls.
Technical Skill
4 plus years experience with various Talent Domain Management Systems (SuccessFactors, SumTotal, Saba, Taleo, Plateau, CompLink, etc.)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Knowledge and experience with tools such as; Advanced Query Tool (AQT) or Microsoft Access a plus
Hewitt Technology Process (HTP) methodology/tools.
Advanced knowledge and ability to use requirements gathering tools.
Hewitt Expectations
In addition to position qualifications, all employees of Hewitt Associates are expected to demonstrate the following competencies:
Domain/Technical Expertise
Client Focus
Personal Impact
Operational Excellence
Business Acumen

Work Conditions
Office work environment – Location: The Woodlands, TX
Requires the ability to interact with others in multiple locations globally. This may require flexible hours.
Occasional evening and weekend work to meet business needs.
Frequent computer use at a workstation for extended periods of time.
Participation in training sessions, presentations, and meetings.
Some travel may be required (up to 10%).

All positions require an applicant who has accepted an offer to undergo a background check. The checks run are based on the nature of the position. Background checks may include some or all of the following: education verification, employment verification, criminal check, Denied Restricted Parties Lists or OFAC lists check, fingerprint verification, credit check, and/or drug test. By applying for a position with Hewitt Associates, you understand that you will be required to undergo a background check should you be made an offer. You also understand that the offer is contingent upon successful completion of the background check and results consistent with Hewitt’s employment policies. You will be notified during the hiring process which checks are required by the position.
Hewitt is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Diversity, M/F/D/V

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April 10, 2010

New Hot Job Alert!!! – Human Resources BPO Payroll Team Lead/Manager – Charlotte, North Carolina

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HR BPO Payroll Team Lead/Manager 019698
North Carolina-Charlotte

Application URL:

https://hewitt.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=102284&src=JB-10360

With more than 65 years of experience, Hewitt Associates (NYSE: HEW) is the world’s foremost provider of human resources outsourcing and consulting services. The company consults with more than 2,300 organizations and administers human resources, health care, payroll and retirement programs on behalf of more than 340 companies to millions of employees and retirees worldwide. Located in 33 countries, Hewitt employs approximately 24,000 associates.

Accountable for partnering with the internal and external teams to deliver client service with quality
Enforces and support meeting/exceeding RSLs and KPIs and other performance quality objectives
Consults/collaborates with internal and external focal points to ensure alignment on priorities and projects
Accountable for adherence to the various internal and external audits requirements
Manages day-to-day service delivery within the team in a multi-client, multi-shore environment
Handles service escalations from internal and external clients
Monitors daily workflow of client team
Provides/Supports direction for process or problem resolutions
Reviews data for trending
Proactively looks for resolution of potential service delivery issues
Supports and holds associates accountable for continuous process improvements
Improves processes
Reviews and coaches for resolution for client/team escalations
Provides reports to clients and account team as required
Manages special projects required or need to support client ongoing delivery
Ensure annual review and updates to SOPs are conducted by associates
Provides support on compliance and regulatory issues
Support the Associate in the Annual Performance plans process and provide regular feedback
Manages Performance Improvement Plans as necessary
Monitors work schedule and time recording
Engages associates so their work contributes to business strategies and promotes a satisfying work experiences
Recognizes opportunities to build knowledge, skills and confidence by providing proactive coaching that prepares associates for success.
Attracts, motivates and retains highly qualified individuals who are committed to delivering client and business results
Promotes an atmosphere in which frequent, constructive coaching and feedback is the norm; personally and publicly encourages excellence in coaching and feedback
Trains team associates and act as Subject Matter Expert
Leads adherence to standard practices and client contractual commitments
Responsible for establishing Operational Metrics and tracking the measures
Participates in Client visits as needed
Prepares for/Lead/Support periodic Client Team Performance Review process
Qualifications

Formal Education & Certification
BA, BBA, BS in Business, or equivalent degree or work experience required
FPC and or/CPP certification preferred or equivalent work experience

Knowledge & Experience:
Experience/subject matter expertise in [WFA] functional processes such as Employee Data Administration, New Hire processing, I-9 Compliance, etc.
1-3+ years people management experience
Must have Payroll experience
Experience leveraging Systems Development Life Cycle within projects or operations
Strong subject matter experience working with HRM Systems
Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication
Able to write client ready documents and ongoing communications
Holds basic Accounting Skills for reconciliation of invoices to the contracted values
Demonstrate active listening, critical thinking, sound judgment and persuasion skills
Strong experience/knowledge of HRO processes
Understands and demonstrates problem-solving tools and methods
Some project budgeting/costing knowledge
Industry Knowledge desired
Experience managing multiple clients
Project Management experience desired

Technical Skill
Must have Payroll experience
Must have experience with ERP systems such as Peoplesoft, Oracle, or SAP
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Visio, and PowerPoint) multiple client systems and Internet research

Hewitt Expectations
In addition to position qualifications, all employees of Hewitt Associates are expected to demonstrate the following competencies:
Domain/Technical Expertise
Client Focus
Personal Impact
Operational Excellence
Business Acumen

All positions require an applicant who has accepted an offer to undergo a background check. The checks run are based on the nature of the position. Background checks may include some or all of the following: education verification, employment verification, criminal check, Denied Restricted Parties Lists or OFAC lists check, fingerprint verification, credit check, and/or drug test. By applying for a position with Hewitt Associates, you understand that you will be required to undergo a background check should you be made an offer. You also understand that the offer is contingent upon successful completion of the background check and results consistent with Hewitt’s employment policies. You will be notified during the hiring process which checks are required by the position.

Hewitt is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Diversity, M/F/D/V

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April 2, 2010

ProNet Charlotte – Uptown Professional Center – YouTube Overview

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March 31, 2010

Hewitt Associates to add almost 500 Charlotte jobs

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Hewitt Associates to add almost 500 Charlotte jobs
Charlotte Business Journal

Direct Article Link:

http://www.bizjournals.com/charlotte/stories/2010/03/29/daily29.html

Illinois-based Hewitt Associates (NYSE:HEW) is a consultant to more than 3,000 companies. It provides services for human resources, health care, payroll and retirement affecting millions of employees and retirees worldwide.

The company has 23,000 workers in more than 30 countries. Hewitt has 534 workers in North Carolina. The vast majority of them are in Charlotte.

The new jobs primarily will be in human resources and information technology and will pay an average salary of $43,600 plus benefits. They will be added to the company’s leased operations at University Research Park in north Charlotte.

“We’re pleased with the growth prospects for our business, and particularly our Charlotte center,” says David Swift, vice president. “Charlotte is a great location for us to expand our business due to the available talent pool and we very much look forward to growing our presence here with the continued support of the state of North Carolina.”

That support comes in the form of a job-development investment grant from the state. Hewitt is eligible for a rebate of up to 60 percent of the state withholding taxes for the new jobs. The company could receive a maximum of $4 million in payments.

Hewitt will not receive any local investment grants.

“Hewitt’s decision to expand in Mecklenburg County means new jobs for hundreds of North Carolinians,” says N.C. Gov. Bev Perdue. “This announcement by an international industry leader can only strengthen North Carolina’s already strong reputation as a business-friendly state with a skilled and knowledgeable work force.”

The Charlotte Chamber worked with Hewitt on its expansion plans in Charlotte.

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March 18, 2010

High Unemployment in Illinois? Don’t tell that to Hewitt Associates

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Look who is hiring in Lincolnshire, IL and Downtown Chicago – Hewitt Associates. Look at the opportunities available right at your fingertips!

http://bit.ly/ChicagoLive

This is a great link to provide you with full access to the current open roles with Hewitt Associates. Please review and bookmark this link as it will be your one stop tool for career opportunities.

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March 9, 2010

Attend a Career Fair in my Pajamas?? – Yes you can…

By Recruiterpoet - Professionalism With Flare

Tomorrow Chicago Live is holding a virtual career fair. You heard me correctly. Tomorrow morning you can wake up, brush your teeth, splash some water on your face and then climb back in bed and login to the event. You can have a career discussion with recruiters from a dozen companies and still have a bad hair day.

What a thought. No need to press your suit. No long showers or longer commutes to the convention center. You have an opportunity to visit booths, watch videos on career planning, sitting in a networking lounge and share your resume and virtual business card with professions in the Chicagoland area.

If you are in a career transition or feeling out new opportunities, this is a perfect opportunity to maintain privacy and still pursue new professionals avenues. Plus, you can create your own avatar.

Join Hewitt Associates and many others at the Chicagojobs.com Virtual Career Fair tomorrow March 9th from 9am-5pm CST. Click to join http://bit.ly/btWpqQ

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