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KATIE DALY

Sydney,NSW

Summary

Experienced and results-driven Head of People and Culture with a proven track record in leading strategic HR initiatives at major global corporations. Adept at fostering diverse and inclusive work environments, and passionate about driving transformational programs that enhance employee engagement and business performance. Skilled in building and leading high-performing teams, implementing HR tech systems, and navigating complex industrial and employee relations. Committed to aligning organizational structure and design with strategic objectives while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. A proud member of the LGBTQIA+ community with a wealth of experience in driving diversity and inclusion initiatives.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

HR Manager

Amazon
06.2018 - Current
  • Trusted strategic partner to APAC regional managers and the Vice President Amazon Exports and Expansions at Amazon
  • Led teams of up to 26 HR professionals and program managers across multiple geographies, cultures and languages
  • Built HR team and services as business grew 33% CAGR and through the construction of six new sites, building from 20 to 2000 employees in 2 years
  • Oversaw project management to launch Amazon in 5 new countries over 18 months, 375% of the launch rate of other regions
  • Led transformation programs resulting in a 15% increase in employee engagement through data-driven initiatives
  • Supported business leaders to shape their organisational structure and design to deliver on their strategic objectives
  • Built and maintained relationships with multiple unions
  • Establish, monitor and report on key initiatives.

General Manager of People and Organisation

Southern Ports Authority
05.2016 - 06.2018
  • Reported to the CEO, and monthly board reporting, Responsible for 5 function managers, supporting approximately 300 employees, three site (ports) and one corporate office
  • Designed and executed change management project for the merger of three government port authorities into new Authority
  • Successful launch of new HR tech and non- tech systems that led to better efficiency
  • Led payroll function to identify trends in overtime and leave management and partnered with CEO and General Managers identify solutions
  • This resulted in annual payroll cost saving of 24%
  • Developed excellent relationships with unions to resolve long-standing employee & management issues
  • Able to negotiate outcomes the business needed to adapt to macroeconomic change
  • Workers' Compensation, and return-to-work process
  • Redesigned compensation plans,reduced benefit costs 13%, and presented to Board and Compensation Committee.

Human Resources Manager

Fenner Conveyors/ Michelin Group
06.2013 - 05.2016
  • Trusted business partner across the executive leadership team
  • Delivered $1.1 M cost savings from strategic workforce planning
  • Reduced turnover by 38% through implementing innovative retention strategies
  • Partnered with leaders to seek ways to transform productivity and efficiencies through an instilling a culture of continuous improvement.

Education

Certificate of Diversity & Inclusion -

HR University
09.2023

Masters of Business Administration -

University of Western Australia
03.2017

Diploma of Business, Human Resources Management -

Holmesglen Institute of Tafe
01.2006

Skills

  • Data Analytics and Reporting
  • HR Strategy People Management
  • IR/ ER Transformation Programs
  • Diversity and Inclusion
  • Negotiation Budget/ P&L
  • Change Management
  • Employee Relations
  • Talent management

Websites

Affiliations

  • Australian Human Resources Institute (Certified)
  • Australian Institute of Company Directors (Member)
  • Global Board Member and ANZ lead for Amazon's LGBTQIA employee resource group.

System Skills

  • HRIS-SAP HRIS- Workday
  • HRIS- PeopleSoft
  • Microsoft Office

Timeline

HR Manager

Amazon
06.2018 - Current

General Manager of People and Organisation

Southern Ports Authority
05.2016 - 06.2018

Human Resources Manager

Fenner Conveyors/ Michelin Group
06.2013 - 05.2016

Certificate of Diversity & Inclusion -

HR University

Masters of Business Administration -

University of Western Australia

Diploma of Business, Human Resources Management -

Holmesglen Institute of Tafe

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