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Liz Smith

Wilmslow,Cheshire

Summary

A proactive and detail-oriented HR professional with experience supporting end-to-end people processes in fast-paced environments. Skilled in HR administration, onboarding and offboarding, HR advice, and using HR systems. Known for strong organisational skills, excellent communication, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality and accuracy. Experienced in supporting employee lifecycle activities, coordinating induction and training, and contributing to employee engagement and policy compliance. Passionate about delivering a positive employee experience and supporting continuous improvement across People Services.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work history

Early Talent Program Coordinator

AstraZeneca
Macclesfield, Cheshire East
01.2019 - Current
  • Provided administrative support for 3-year global graduate program with 100 graduates, across 9 countries
  • Managed the rotation placement process & platform end-to-end
  • Planned & coordinated induction meetings and onboarding activities
  • Tracked individual graduate data & placement progress throughout the program
  • Facilitated governance meetings with senior stakeholders & business decision makers
  • Adhered to global HR processes, supporting learning & development & employment-related matters

Global Operations HR Project Coordinator

AstraZeneca
Macclesfield, England
02.2013 - 12.2018
  • Provided HR project support to the Global Operations & Enabling Units HR Team, including Reward, Talent Management, and Business Change initiatives
  • Managed HR data and generated reports using Workday system
  • Secretariat to the Operations HR Leadership Team, managing meeting agenda and actions (HRLT)
  • Admin support to the to the Global Operations Graduate Program Manager

Operations PMO HR Administrator

AstraZeneca
Alderley Park, Cheshire East
02.2012 - 01.2013
  • HR Administration for global business change including voluntary redundancy, compulsory redundancy and outsourcing (TUPE)
  • Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining confidentiality at all times
  • Maintained high levels of data accuracy & tracking
  • Responsible for business &union consultation meeting minutes

HR TeamAdministrator

AstraZeneca
Alderley Park, Cheshire East
01.2009 - 02.2012
  • Provided global HR administrative support across multiple business functions, including support to Business Change, Performance Management, Talent Management, Recruitment, and data reporting
  • PA responsibilities for the Global HR team

PA to HRVP & Administrative Player Coach

AstraZeneca
Alderley Park, Cheshire East
02.2006 - 12.2009
  • Managed complex global diary, meetings, and travel arrangements for HR VP, Global Marketing
  • Acted as admin player-coach: elevated PA role visibility, supported objective/IDP setting, and co-facilitated a “World-Class Administration” workshop for ~20 PAs
  • Oversaw PA resource allocation across Global Marketing function
  • Delivered HR administrative support including Reward reporting, Business Change, and Talent Management

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Education & Geography

St Martins College
Lancaster, Lancashire
09/1991 - 07/1995

A-Levels -

Wilmslow High School
Wilmslow, Cheshire East

Skills

  • Efficient communicator
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Customer Service
  • Attention to Detail
  • Positive attitude
  • Active listening
  • Problem solving
  • HR Admin / coordinator experience

Timeline

Early Talent Program Coordinator

AstraZeneca
01.2019 - Current

Global Operations HR Project Coordinator

AstraZeneca
02.2013 - 12.2018

Operations PMO HR Administrator

AstraZeneca
02.2012 - 01.2013

HR TeamAdministrator

AstraZeneca
01.2009 - 02.2012

PA to HRVP & Administrative Player Coach

AstraZeneca
02.2006 - 12.2009

Bachelor of Arts - Education & Geography

St Martins College
09/1991 - 07/1995

A-Levels -

Wilmslow High School
Liz Smith