Nathalie Cloé Decoste
Varennes,QC
Summary
With over 20 years of experience in human resources management, I am recognized for my perseverance and interpersonal skills. Driven by a passion for challenges, my initiative and creativity have enabled me to achieve ambitious goals. Responsible and diligent, I support team performance with essential leadership.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Director
Excavation Esm
05.2024 - 05.2025
- Advised operations management on employment contracts, labor law, disciplinary procedures, and terminations
- Monitored legal and social compliance with current HR regulations
- Supervised a team of 3 employees
- Led recruitment and interview processes, including reference checks
- Coordinated with other departments to optimize HR operations
- Developed an onboarding program for new hires
- Led innovative projects to enhance employer branding
- Maintained positive labor relations and workplace environment
- Led cross-functional HR projects on health and safety, employer branding, and diversity
- Permanent
Human Resources Director
L.A. Hébert
10.2020 - 03.2024
- Managed a 4-person HR team
- Oversaw payroll and employee benefits administration in line with regulations and internal policies
- Organized training and skill development programs
- Restructured staffing processes (recruitment and onboarding)
- Negotiated client contracts and managed supplier relations
- Aligned HR policy with business strategy through regular executive collaboration
- Developed and monitored action plans to ensure effective implementation
- Ensured legal and regulatory compliance
- Created and implemented a succession plan
- Continuously improved HR processes to enhance operational efficiency
- Managed performance reviews and identified development needs
- Provided HR support to managers
- Internal ISO auditor
- Managed CCQ/CNESST files
- Implemented social media strategies
- Participated in change management initiatives
- Ensured compliance with labor laws and company standards
- Permanent
Interim General Manager
Summum Granit
01.2019 - 05.2020
- Managed company finances, forecasts, income statements, and cash flow
- Monitored key performance indicators (KPIs)
- Negotiated contracts and maintained client/supplier relations
- Managed strategic client relationships
- Executed strategic plans defined by the CEO and board of directors
- Led executive teams, fostered motivation and change management
- Developed operational strategies to improve profitability
- Negotiated collective agreements
- Led the recovery plan coordinated by Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton
- Oversaw transition of Summum Granit team to new ownership
Human Resources Director
Summum Granit
08.2018 - 01.2019
- Standardized internal practices (CCQ, CNESST)
- Managed a 2-person HR team
- Fostered positive labor relations and workplace climate
- Collaborated with departments to optimize HR management
- Reorganized executive committee
- Enhanced recruitment and retention strategies
- Optimized payroll budget
- Managed union relations and participated in collective bargaining
Staffing Advisor
Laurentian Bank Financial Group
01.2017 - 05.2018
- Recruited for key roles and supported managers in staffing strategy
- Advised executives on performance improvement for both unionized and non-unionized teams
- Participated in recruitment and retention strategies
- Optimized selection and assessment tools
- Negotiated total compensation packages with candidates
Business Management Consultant
Summit Salon Group
03.2014 - 05.2017
- Identified improvement opportunities and proposed innovative solutions
- Collaborated with leadership to define objectives and action plans
- Designed HR action plans for recruitment, training, and internal mobility
- Conducted competitive intelligence and market trend analysis
- Audited companies: business model, market and competitors, culture and values, internal organization, e-reputation, and operational challenges
Owner
Loft Espace Coiffure / Esthétique
09.2005 - 09.2015
Education
Certificate - Psychometrics
Atman
Montreal, QC01.2017
Certification - ISO 9001 Audit
ISO Internal Auditor Training
Montreal, QC11.2020
Certificate - Human Resources Management
HEC Montréal
Montreal, QC05.2016
Certificate - Business Management
Summum Salon Group
Montreal, QC11.2014
Skills
- Democratic and strategic leadership
- Change management
- Professional autonomy
- Political acumen
- Emotional intelligence
- Active listening
- Critical thinking
- HR management expertise: recruitment, onboarding, skills development, and HR process optimization
- In-depth analysis and effective resolution of organizational challenges
- Negotiation skills
- Strong ethical standards
- HR policies implementation
- Payroll management
- Compensation and benefits
Websites
Accomplishments
- 2019-01-01 to 2021-01-01, Board Member – Maison Cinquième Saison
- 2015-01-01 to 2017-01-01, Board Member – SDC of Boucherville Urban Center
- 2015-01-01 to 2017-01-01, Board Member – Centre Jeunesse Montérégie Foundation
- 2015-01-01, Founder & President of the 'Montreal Canadiens Alumni Hockey Game,' raising over $90,000
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Hobbies and Interests
- Passionate about people
- Business
- Professional development
- Fitness
- Golf
- Cooking
Timeline
Human Resources Director
Excavation Esm
05.2024 - 05.2025
Human Resources Director
L.A. Hébert
10.2020 - 03.2024
Interim General Manager
Summum Granit
01.2019 - 05.2020
Human Resources Director
Summum Granit
08.2018 - 01.2019
Staffing Advisor
Laurentian Bank Financial Group
01.2017 - 05.2018
Business Management Consultant
Summit Salon Group
03.2014 - 05.2017
Owner
Loft Espace Coiffure / Esthétique
09.2005 - 09.2015
Certification - ISO 9001 Audit
ISO Internal Auditor Training
Certificate - Human Resources Management
HEC Montréal
Certificate - Business Management
Summum Salon Group
Certificate - Psychometrics
Atman
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