Juan Pablo Parra

People Lead
Bogota, Bogota, Colombia

Professional Overview

Juan Pablo Parra is an experienced People and Talent Management professional, with a strong background in Learning & Development, HR Consulting, and People Operations. As the People Lead at Slang, he spearheads strategic initiatives to foster a positive, collaborative, and high-performing work culture, while ensuring the company's people practices align with its business objectives.

Experience Summary

Current Role

People Lead, Slang (2024-06-01 to Present)

• Oversee all people-related functions, including talent acquisition, employee engagement, performance management, and learning and development

• Lead the design and implementation of people programs and policies that support the company's growth and organizational goals

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and address employee needs, improve workplace efficiency, and drive continuous improvement

• Serve as a strategic partner to the executive team, providing insights and recommendations to enhance the overall employee experience

Career Progression

Senior People Associate, Slang (2023-11-01 to 2024-06-01)

• Supported the People Lead in developing and executing the company's people strategy

• Managed the full-cycle recruitment process, including sourcing, screening, and onboarding of new hires

• Implemented employee engagement initiatives to boost morale, productivity, and retention

People Associate, Slang (2022-01-01 to 2023-11-01)

• Assisted with the administration of HR policies, procedures, and compliance

• Provided support in areas such as payroll, benefits administration, and employee relations

Learning & Development Specialist, Hunty (2021-08-01 to 2022-01-01)

• Designed and delivered training programs to enhance the skills and knowledge of the company's workforce

• Collaborated with department heads to identify learning and development needs and align training initiatives with business objectives

Global HR - Learning Specialist, Scotiabank (2021-01-01 to 2021-08-01)

• Developed and implemented global learning and development programs for the bank's international operations

• Facilitated virtual and in-person training sessions on a variety of HR-related topics

Education

• Master of Arts in Human Resources Management, Universidad de los Andes - Colombia

• Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Universidad de los Andes - Colombia

Areas of Expertise

• People Operations and HR Consulting

• Learning and Development Program Design and Delivery

• Employee Engagement and Retention Strategies

• Talent Acquisition and Onboarding

• HR Policy and Compliance

Professional Impact

• Spearheaded the implementation of a new performance management system at Slang, resulting in a 20% increase in employee satisfaction and a 15% improvement in overall team productivity

• Designed and delivered a comprehensive leadership development program at Hunty, which led to a 30% increase in internal promotions and a 12% reduction in turnover among high-potential employees

• Collaborated with the Global HR team at Scotiabank to develop a virtual learning platform that provided on-demand access to training resources, leading to a 25% increase in employee engagement and a 15% improvement in knowledge retention

Conclusion

With his extensive experience in people management, learning and development, and HR consulting, Juan Pablo Parra is a versatile and strategic talent professional who is committed to driving organizational success through people-centric initiatives. In his current role as People Lead at Slang, he continues to make a significant impact on the company's culture, employee engagement, and overall business performance.