Volunteering and community involvement
Anna Julia Lazar
Diversity, Equity, And Inclusion Specialist
Budapest
When people talk, listen completely. Don’t be thinking what you’re going to say. Most people never listen.
Ernest Hemingway
Summary
Emphatic, organized and determined team player who successfully manages multiple priorities with a positive attitude.
In all my roles, I have managed to be the 'go-to person' to turn to for expert knowledge, advice or reliable performance, especially in a crucial situation.
My mission is to ensure that every people in an organization is satisfied with their professional life, treated with fairness and respect, and aware of the opportunities available to them.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
DEI Specialist
McKinsey & Company
Budapest
06.2022 - 03.2023
- Provided perspective, insights and knowledge to stakeholders across organization as inclusion and diversity subject matter expert.
- Liaised with internal communications team to develop engaging and inspiring inclusion and diversity communication strategy.
- Supported development of program materials to advance inclusion and diversity awareness, learning and action planning.
- Developed and implemented new programs based on leading inclusion and diversity practices using project management principles.
- Fostered positive work environment through comprehensive employee relations program.
- Liaised between multiple business divisions to improve communications.
HR Specialist
McKinsey & Company
Budapest
01.2018 - 05.2022
- Partnered with senior leadership to establish and develop corporate and HR policies and procedures.
- Managed payroll processing and benefits to compensate employees for service rendered.
- Maintained personnel records and statistical data to establish accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with external vendors, insurance providers and benefits administrators to establish trust and rapport.
- Maintained human resources regulatory compliance with local, state and federal laws.
- Collaborated with stakeholders across organization to maintain proper flow of communication and execution of planned initiatives and projects.
- Educated employees on company policy and kept employee handbook current.
- Coordinated and engaged with leadership in planning and organizing calendars, events and activities.
Accounting Assistant
McKinsey & Company
Budapest
12.2015 - 12.2017
- Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
- Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
- Maintained clean and organized files by keeping accounts payable records up-to-date.
- Processed credit card payments and reconciled credit card statements for accuracy in accounting process.
- Supported management by processing invoices and documents with consistent on-time delivery.
Finance Assistant
Pro Regio Nonprofit Kozhasznu Kft.
Budapest
06.2013 - 12.2015
- Organized and reported on financial information to document payment histories and assist with sound financial accounting.
- Resolved discrepancies in financial data to increase accuracy and reduce potential backlogs.
- Performed accurate balancing of all receipts and transactions.
- Created improved filing system to maintain secure client data.
- Responded to customer concerns and questions on daily basis.
Travel Agent
Invia.hu
Budapest, Hungary
06.2011 - 06.2013
- Organized trips for individual, family and business travelers.
- Worked closely with clients to understand unique needs and meet specific travel desires.
- Informed clients of travel policies and utilized preferred vendors to maximize company profits
- Advised clients on visa, passport and security requirements relating to destinations and confirmed flight details for each reservation.
- Provided exemplary customer service to new and existing clients, which helped build lasting relationships and secure new travel assignments.
- Updated and maintained customer databases to increase customer retention.
Education
Master of Science - Regional And Environmental Economic Studies
09.2012 - 06.2014
Bachelor of Science - Economist in Tourism And Catering
09.2007 - 02.2011
Skills
Strong presence and credibility with senior leaders
Strong problem-solving, analytics and project mamagement skills
Ability to influance and drive changes
Demonstrated leadership and strategic vision
Interests
Travel
Yoga
Concerts & festivals
Carpentry
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
DEI Specialist - McKinsey & Company
06.2022 - 03.2023
HR Specialist - McKinsey & Company
01.2018 - 05.2022
Accounting Assistant - McKinsey & Company
12.2015 - 12.2017
Finance Assistant - Pro Regio Nonprofit Kozhasznu Kft.
06.2013 - 12.2015
University of Pécs - Faculty of Business&Economics - Master of Science, Regional And Environmental Economic Studies
09.2012 - 06.2014
Travel Agent - Invia.hu
06.2011 - 06.2013
Budapest Collage of Communication And Business - Bachelor of Science, Economist in Tourism And Catering
09.2007 - 02.2011