VERONIQUE DE KORT
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Summary
Dynamic and innovative HR professional with strong interpersonal and communication skills, adept at managing multiple projects efficiently while fostering positive relationships across all organizational levels. Skilled in employee recruitment, onboarding, training, and implementing strategic initiatives that drive organizational success. Highly adaptable and committed to best practices, with a strong focus on continuous improvement in employee development and retention, as well as compliance with relevant labor laws. Complemented by entrepreneurial experience in managing a permit processing company and part-time retail work, further enhancing customer service, problem-solving, and multitasking abilities essential for supporting employees and maintaining a positive workplace environment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Retail Assistant, Part-Time
Nature's Discount Aruba
05.2025 - Current
- Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
- Handled returns and exchanges professionally, adhering to company policies while prioritizing customer satisfaction.
- Processed transactions accurately, balancing cash registers at the end of each shift.
- Used POS system to process sales, returns, and membership activations.
Owner
VDK Consultancy Aruba
08.2023 - Current
- Streamlined permit processes by coordinating with multiple departments and agencies.
- Conducted thorough due diligence on client projects, identifying potential permitting challenges early in the process.
- Advised clients on required documents and necessary steps in obtaining permits to streamline their experience.
- Kept clients informed on permit status updates throughout the entire process, providing transparency and peace of mind.
Human Resources Officer
Aruba Wine and Dine
07.2022 - 08.2023
- Coordinated new hire onboarding, completing background checks and reference checks to complete screenings.
- Enhanced employee satisfaction by implementing effective HR policies and procedures.
- Maintained human resources information system and kept employee files up to date and accurate.
- Managed end-to-end work permit processes, including application preparation, documentation compliance, and coordination with regulatory authorities to ensure timely approvals and adherence to legal requirements.
- Assisted payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and compliance with state and federal regulations.
Human Resources Coordinator
the Ritz-Carlton
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Assisted with recruitment process by posting job ads, filtering applications, scheduling interviews, assisting in interview process, drafting offer letters and new employee onboarding.
- Maintained human resources information system and kept employee files up to date and accurate.
- Organized company-wide events to boost morale and encourage team bonding.
- Managed end-to-end work permit processes, including application preparation, documentation compliance, and coordination with regulatory authorities to ensure timely approvals and adherence to legal requirements.
Legal Secretary
Kloes Kock & Partners Attorney at law
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Prepared legal correspondence and wrote professional letters for legal assistants and attorneys.
- Assisted in drafting legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and briefs, contributing to successful case resolutions.
- Managed multiple high-priority tasks simultaneously, meeting all deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
Education
MBO - Commerciële Dienstverlening
EPI, Economie
06.2014
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality And Tourism Management
University Of Aruba
Skills
- Professional communication skills
- Professionalism and discretion
- Payroll Administration
- Work permit compliance
- Implementation of HR procedures
- Onboarding and Orientation
- Empathetic understanding
Certification
- Termination Labor Agreement, ERAS Business Management, 2022
- Practical Labor Law, ERAS Business Management, 2022
Timeline
Retail Assistant, Part-Time
Nature's Discount Aruba
05.2025 - Current
Owner
VDK Consultancy Aruba
08.2023 - Current
Human Resources Officer
Aruba Wine and Dine
07.2022 - 08.2023
Human Resources Coordinator
the Ritz-Carlton
01.2018 - 01.2021
Legal Secretary
Kloes Kock & Partners Attorney at law
01.2016 - 01.2018
MBO - Commerciële Dienstverlening
EPI, Economie
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality And Tourism Management
University Of Aruba