Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
System Software
Technical Experience
Relationship Management Experience
Key Competencies
Certification
Timeline
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SHERRI-LYNN BARRETT

Senior Consultant
Chadstone,VIC

Summary

Senior consulting professional with proven ability to drive strategic initiatives and deliver impactful results. Strong focus on team collaboration, adapting to changing needs, and ensuring reliable performance. Expertise in client relationships, project management, system support, software training, and stakeholder engagement, combined with excellent problem-solving and communication skills. Known for integrity, reliability, and dedication to achieving organizational goals.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Consultant

ADP - Employer Services International
06.2008 - Current
  • Mentored junior consultants, helping them enhance their skills and contribute more effectively.
  • Delivered high-quality solutions for clients through comprehensive research and analysis of industry trends.
  • Developed innovative strategies to address complex business challenges, resulting in increased profitability for the business.
  • Presented findings and recommendations to stakeholders, effectively communicating key insights and action plans.
  • Evaluated clients' needs and created plan of action to provide solutions.
  • Increased client satisfaction by providing tailored consulting services and effective problem-solving strategies.
  • Exceeded customer requirements with accurate and deliverable solutions.
  • Developed custom solutions based upon clients' strict requirements.
  • Troubleshot issues by understanding issue, diagnosing root cause and coming up with effective solutions.
  • Facilitated workshops with clients to identify pain points, establish goals, and define actionable steps towards achieving desired outcomes.
  • Built strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and proactive problem-solving efforts.
  • Evaluated existing business processes, recommending improvements that led to increased operational efficiency.
  • Prioritized projects and project tasks depending upon key milestones and deadline dates.
  • Collaborated with internal teams to develop customized solutions that addressed unique client needs.
  • Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.

Senior Area Division Trainer

ADP - TOTALSOURCE
06.2004 - 06.2008
  • Enhanced employee performance by developing and implementing comprehensive training programs.
  • Implemented innovative e-learning solutions to expand access to professional development resources for remote employees.
  • Conducted regular assessments of employee skill levels, providing actionable feedback to drive continuous improvement.
  • Promoted a culture of continuous learning within the division by advocating for ongoing education opportunities both internally and externally.
  • Fostered a supportive learning environment by providing consistent coaching and mentorship to team members.
  • Aligned training objectives with overall organizational goals, ensuring the development of a skilled workforce capable of meeting company-wide performance targets.

Senior Payroll Specialist

ADP - TOTALSOURCE
12.1998 - 06.2004
  • Uploaded time records into computer system and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions.

Senior Implementation Specialist

ADP - ETIME
05.1998 - 12.1998
  • Streamlined implementation processes by identifying inefficiencies and developing targeted solutions.
  • Spearheaded cross-functional teams, ensuring seamless integration of project deliverables across various departments.
  • Collaborated closely with product development teams to provide valuable client feedback, shaping future enhancements.

Software and Technical Support

INFOCURE
01.1997 - 03.1998
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Education

Computer Science - Major

GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY
ATLANTA, GA

Communication - Major

EMERSON COLLEGE
BOSTON, MA

Certification IV - Training and Assessment

CHISHOLM INSTITUTE
MELBOURNE, AU

Skills

  • Facilitation
  • Leadership
  • Strong leadership skills
  • Improvement recommendation
  • Problem-solving
  • Tactical thinking
  • Influence
  • Collaboration
  • Change management
  • Project management
  • Coaching/Mentoring
  • Testing
  • MS office suite
  • Integrity and honesty
  • Outlook
  • Payroll/HR systems
  • Generate and interpret reports
  • Internet product assessment
  • QA software products
  • Maintain training database systems
  • Stakeholder management
  • CRM systems proficiency
  • Consulting
  • Employee supervision
  • Customer experience design
  • Flexibility
  • Systems analysis
  • Client relationship management
  • Strategic planning
  • Teamwork mindset

Accomplishments

  • Six figure profit earned on a yearly basis for my company
  • Average of 94.5% on combined NPS each year
  • Consistent reduction in support calls
  • Positive results in competency by both internal and external clients
  • Maintaining a positive attitude which is infectious

System Software

  • Facilitation, Product and training programs for clients and internal associates, CRM/LMS systems, Soft skills including professional development, organisations skills, and team building, HCM Software
  • Test systems various systems for capability and functionality
  • Design, develop and maintain training and learning programs using Adult Learning Principles and methodologies
  • Create storyboarding for ELearning products on Vyond and Articulate/Rise
  • Construct Standard Operating Procedures for both long-standing and new blended learning tools
  • Craft tools and processes for Job Shadowing and Learning Paths
  • Coordinate with all respective departments to test updates and upgrades
  • Control training and testing databases - upkeep, system administration, and testing
  • Fashion and train custom reporting on various products
  • Develop and deliver training learning pathways for clients and internal associates in consultation with all business units
  • Explore new methodologies for delivery of training and development including job aides, webinars, and on-line training library documentation in conduction with ADP approved options
  • Organise, develop, and facilitate pilot programs
  • Create project plans for upgrades, eLearning, and product development
  • Conduct Training Needs Analysis across the business

Technical Experience

  • Testing of various software products
  • Microsoft office suite, Outlook, Project Management skills
  • Payroll/HR systems expertise
  • Generate and interpret reports
  • Assist/collaborate in Creation of internet products both production and design
  • Implement and QA software products
  • Maintain testing and training database systems
  • Consult on creation of positive user experiences for all systems
  • CRM systems proficiency

Relationship Management Experience

  • Maintain robust and constructive relationships with clients and internal partners
  • Liaison with clients and management to address concerns, resolve issues and work together to achieve mutual goals
  • Maintain client base
  • Contact clients to create solutions for issues and situations
  • Build trust by understanding the needs to provide exceptional service
  • Respond to client product questions in an accurate and timely manner

Key Competencies

  • Facilitation, Extensive knowledge of the product/s capabilities building confidence for the user and instills assurance the purchase will give them the opportunity to prosper with its use.
  • Leadership, Significant involvement in mounting and collaborating ideas, standards, and objectives within organisations. A belief in teamwork and a constructive atmosphere is the key to success.
  • Tactical thinking, A theoretical 'designer' of ideas and projects. One who provides comprehensive and logical flow for new and existing training agendas/collateral.
  • Influence, Broad experience in using networks and tapping into the businesses knowledge and capability to develop innovative approaches and solutions to challenging issues.
  • Collaboration, Build and maintain successful partnerships and teams to address challenging environments.
  • Change management, Noteworthy experience in managing change throughout process and product/service requirements with stakeholders and participants.
  • Project management, Proven skill in creating and running multifaceted projects.
  • Coaching/Mentoring, Widespread experience in coaching at all levels.

Certification

  • Cert IV Training and Assessment

Timeline

Senior Consultant

ADP - Employer Services International
06.2008 - Current

Senior Area Division Trainer

ADP - TOTALSOURCE
06.2004 - 06.2008

Senior Payroll Specialist

ADP - TOTALSOURCE
12.1998 - 06.2004

Senior Implementation Specialist

ADP - ETIME
05.1998 - 12.1998

Software and Technical Support

INFOCURE
01.1997 - 03.1998

Communication - Major

EMERSON COLLEGE

Certification IV - Training and Assessment

CHISHOLM INSTITUTE

Computer Science - Major

GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY
SHERRI-LYNN BARRETTSenior Consultant