Nicole Nkwonta
Los Angeles
Summary
Employment compliance coordinator at Chapman University with expertise in conflict research and risk assessment. Identified over 12 potential conflicts of interest, significantly enhancing compliance accuracy. Demonstrated strong analytical skills and effective communication while collaborating with stakeholders and optimizing processes in high-pressure environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Human Resources Assistant
Chapman University
01.2024 - 06.2025
- Streamlined documentation verification process by implementing checklist system that reduced processing time by 15% while improving accuracy in identifying incomplete or conflicting information during policy reviews.
- Maintained tracking systems and organized records for 300+ confidential files in internal database, ensuring data integrity and readiness for compliance reviews
- Managed high-volume conflicts-related requests and inquiries, documenting searches and escalating ethical concerns to ensure timely responses to attorneys and colleagues while upholding confidentiality standards
Employment Compliance Coordinator
Chapman University
Orange
01.2022 - 06.2025
- Conducted conflicts searches and entity verification for 300+ new business intake submissions, identifying 12+ potential conflicts of interest and preparing risk assessments for legal review
- Performed due diligence research on 20+ external organizations to evaluate conflicts of interest and regulatory compliance for federally funded partnerships, verifying adherence to government standards
- Collaborated with cross-functional stakeholders across HR, finance, and legal to resolve time-sensitive conflict issues while managing competing priorities and ensuring 99% accuracy in compliance documentation
- Office of Human Resources
Research & Data Analysis Intern
Paramount Studios
Los Angeles
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Identified 3 high-risk partnerships with potential ethical and business conflicts by researching vendor backgrounds and corporate affiliations, recommending approved alternatives that improved operational efficiency by 25%
- Conducted conflicts searches and due diligence research on 10+ vendor partnerships, assessing conflicts of interest and regulatory compliance to inform leadership through written risk assessments
- Coordinated with remote stakeholders across departments and time zones on time-sensitive projects, effectively managing shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Economics
Chapman University
Orange, CA05.2025
Skills
- Talent acquisition
- Onboarding processes
- Employee relations
- HR policies compliance
- Stakeholder collaboration
- HRIS management
- Risk assessment and analysis
- Process optimization
- Microsoft Office Suite
- SPSS software
- Confidential information management
- Interest identification
Websites
Projects
Researcher, 08/22, 12/22, Chapman University- Political Research Design, Orange, CA, Conducted independent policy research producing 20+ page written risk assessments, demonstrating strong analytical thinking and ability to synthesize complex information into clear, well-organized reports for stakeholder review., Utilized SPSS statistical software and database research methods to analyze survey data with high accuracy and attention to detail, ensuring data integrity for risk assessment and decision-making purposes.
Personal Information
Title: Conflict Analyst I
Timeline
Research & Data Analysis Intern
Paramount Studios
06.2024 - 08.2024
Human Resources Assistant
Chapman University
01.2024 - 06.2025
Employment Compliance Coordinator
Chapman University
01.2022 - 06.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Economics
Chapman University