
Marcia S.
HR Expert | 15+ Years Experience HR Business Partnership | Leadership Coach

Studied at Fundação Getulio Vargas, Escola de Administração de Empresas de São Paulo (FGV EAESP)

Works at Microsoft
Hiring Manager
Available tomorrow at 8:30 PM UTC
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Marcia's Coaching Offerings

Human Resources Recruiting: Start-to-Finish
Expert help on everything from getting the interview to landing the offer.
Starting at $1,25010h+ of coaching

Land Top HR Interviews
Tailored guidance on networking, resume, cover letters, and more.
Starting at $6605h+ of coaching

Advance Your Human Resources Career
Expert coaching to elevate your skills and achieve your human resources goals.
Starting at $1,25010h+ of coaching
Pay as you go
Get help with Interview Prep, Skill Building, and .
Marcia’s Human Resources Qualifications
Experience level: Director
60+ people coached for Human Resources
Welcome to my profile! With over a decade of experience in human resources, I have honed my skills as a strategic HR Business Partner at top companies like Microsoft and Equifax. My expertise spans talent development, organizational change management, and leadership coaching, making me well-equipped to guide you through your HR career journey. I have successfully coached many leaders, helping them navigate complex HR landscapes and achieve their professional goals. Whether you're looking to enhance your HR skills or advance your career, I'm here to provide personalized support and insights. Let's connect and create a tailored plan for your success!
Marcia can help with:
Interview Prep
Skill Building
Employee Engagement
LinkedIn Review
Promotion Strategy
Resume Review
Networking Strategy
Performance Management
Talent Acquisition
HR Strategy
Behavioral Interview Prep
Work Experience

Human Resources Business Partner
Microsoft
May 2022 - Present
Admissions Committee
HR Business Partnering

Sr Talent Development Manager
Microsoft
December 2020 - April 2022

HR Business Partner
Microsoft
October 2018 - November 2020
Admissions Committee
HR Business Partnering
Human Resources Manager
Microsoft
September 2016 - September 2018
Admissions Committee
Human Resources Business Partner
Nestlé
April 2014 - August 2015
Admissions Committee
As the HR Manager at Fonterra Ingredients Office and Farm Project (Southern Cone Region), I was responsible for all HR matters, working as the HR Business Partner, managing Organizational Development, Coaching with Leaders and teams, Change Management (for both businesses), Internal Communication, Engagement, Performance Management, Payroll, Employment Relation and Unions negotiations, Revision and Implementation of International and Local Policies, Benefits, Rewards and Compensation (Hay and Mercer), Talent Acquisition. As the HR Manager at DPA (Joint Venture between Nestle and Fonterra) I had the opportunity of managing Organizational Development (Performance Management, Talent Review (people discussions and Calibration Meetings), Succession Planning, Training and Development, etc.) and Internal Communication, and being an important member of the change management team, partnered with the HR Shared Services to provide scalable solutions for an organization of 2000 employees. HR Business Partnering
Senior Organizational Development Specialist
Equifax
January 2012 - September 2013
Admissions Committee
Responsible for Performance and Talent Management Programs (for all company’s employees), Training managers and employees, working with the Strategy team to assure and audit business’ and employee’s objectives alignment. Drove Calibration Meetings, Succession Planning for key roles, and Career development strategy for High Potential employees and supporting the new company’s culture with Career Development Workshops. I also oversaw the Career Management and people Programs, defining the strategy, planning, implementation and management of 5 development programs for talents (interns, trainees, apprentices, etc.). Acting as a Business Partner for the areas of Products, Strategy and New Business.
Human Resources Business Partner
Quala
February 2009 - January 2012
Hiring Manager
HRBP for the areas of Supply Chain, Administration, Finance, IT, R&D and Marketing. I had the opportunity to join the company's start up in Brazil. Strategic alignment and advice to leaders, providing tools and programs of Human Resources to support business goals. Coaching and development of leaders and teams. Strong experience in change management, Talent Acquisition and talent management. Implementation and management of people programs such as Knowledge Management, 360 Evaluation, annual Engagement survey and actions plan, Structuration and Development of the Compensation policies and scales (positions and salaries) by the Hay methodology, Development of HR policies and local implementation of international policies, learning and development, management of expatriates. HR Business Partnering

Human Resources Generalist
Okto Mobile Ideas
August 2007 - February 2009
Admissions Committee
Implementation and structuring of all Human Resources subsystems such as Talent Acquisition, Training & Development, Compensation by Towers Perrin Methodology, Benefits, Payroll, Rewards, HR Policies (Leave Policy, post-graduation and Graduation tuition, among others), onboarding of new employees, managers and Tracking Development of Internal Communication. Programs for leadership development. Budget preparation/management and Human Resources data analytics. Managed research for Great Place to Work, where the company received awards for work among the best in the segment of IT / Telecom and others.
Human Resources Business Partner
Claro Brasil
May 2005 - August 2007
Hiring Manager
HRBP for the tech org, responsible for advising leaders on internal Human Resources processes, policies and programs. Responsible for Performance Management program, Talent Acquisition, Onboarding, Compensation and Rewards (Hay methodology), Training and Development, Coaching Leaders, Internal and External Audits, Payroll and Benefits in partnership with the Corporate department. Responsible for reports related to HR indicators, budget control, etc. Planning and implementation of several HR projects. Management of internal communication and many internal marketing campaigns. Implementation and management of People Programs such as Cultural Diversity, Apprentices and Internship.
Education

Fundação Getulio Vargas, Escola de Administração de Empresas de São Paulo (FGV EAESP)
MBA, Strategic People Management
2008 - 2010
Universidade São Marcos
Bachelor's degree, Psychology
2001 - 2005