Nathalie Esquivel
South Gate
Summary
HR Generalist with extensive multi-state experience in fast-paced retail and corporate settings. Expertise in employee relations, investigations, performance management, and compliance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
HR Generalist
James Perse
Los Angeles
07.2025 - Current
- Supported multi-state operations across East, South, and Corporate teams.
- Managed employee relations through investigations, corrective actions, and terminations.
- Advised managers on performance management, attendance policies, and conduct issues.
- Partnered on recruitment, onboarding processes, and talent development initiatives.
- Maintained HR data accuracy and reporting in UKG HRIS.
- Coordinated training initiatives, including anti-harassment and safety programs.
- Facilitated performance management by organizing evaluations and feedback sessions.
People Partner
Fashion Nova
Vernon
08.2023 - 07.2025
- Acted as an HR partner for retail and corporate teams.
- Led employee relations cases.
- Coached managers on performance improvement strategies and corrective actions.
- Facilitated onboarding programs for headquarters and retail staff.
- Supported recruitment efforts for Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager positions.
- Ensured compliance with employment laws and internal policies.
- Developed employee engagement initiatives to enhance workplace culture and morale.
Contract Talent Acquisition Specialist
Fashion Nova
Vernon
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Coordinated interviews and candidate screenings.
- Maintained recruiting records and documentation.
Retail Recruiter
Fabletics
El Segundo
03.2022 - 10.2022
- Led high-volume retail recruiting.
- Partnered with HR and district leadership on hiring strategy.
Store Manager
Lush Cosmetics
Culver City
02.2020 - 03.2022
- Managed employee performance, development, and retention.
Contract Junior Recruiter
Lush Cosmetics
Los Angeles
10.2021 - 01.2022
- Streamlined candidate selection process using Greenhouse ATS for improved efficiency.
- Maintained applicant tracking system to keep candidate information organized and accessible.
- Conducted candidate screenings to identify top talent across multiple roles.
Assistant Store Manager
Lush Cosmetics
Torrance
08.2015 - 02.2020
- Supported regional recruiting and store development.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Mount St. Mary’s University
Los Angeles, CASkills
- Employee Relations & Investigations
- Performance Management
- Multi-State Compliance
- Manager Coaching
- HRIS: UKG and ADP
- Full-Cycle Recruitment
- Onboarding
- Training & Development
- Workplace Culture & Engagement
Languages
- Spanish
- English
Timeline
HR Generalist
James Perse
07.2025 - Current
People Partner
Fashion Nova
08.2023 - 07.2025
Contract Talent Acquisition Specialist
Fashion Nova
03.2023 - 08.2023
Retail Recruiter
Fabletics
03.2022 - 10.2022
Contract Junior Recruiter
Lush Cosmetics
10.2021 - 01.2022
Store Manager
Lush Cosmetics
02.2020 - 03.2022
Assistant Store Manager
Lush Cosmetics
08.2015 - 02.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Mount St. Mary’s University