Lauren Hennessy
About Lauren Hennessy
Lauren Hennessy is a Solution Architect specializing in Payroll & Cloud Services at Alight Solutions, with over a decade of experience in HR and financial solutions. She has a background in psychology and extensive experience in virtual roles.
Current Role at Alight Solutions
Lauren Hennessy is currently serving as a Solution Architect for Payroll & Cloud Services at Alight Solutions. This position is based in a virtual office setting in Des Moines, Iowa. In this role, Lauren focuses on designing and implementing payroll and cloud solutions tailored to the needs of clients. She utilizes her extensive background in both operations and client services, ensuring that the payroll and cloud service solutions are optimized for efficiency and effectiveness.
Previous Positions at Alight Solutions
Before her current role, Lauren Hennessy held several positions at Alight Solutions. She was a Delivery Executive from 2019 to 2021, a Client Services Manager from 2018 to 2019, and a Delivery Manager for HR & Financial Solutions from 2017 to 2018. Additionally, Lauren served as an Advanced Operations Manager in 2017. These roles were all executed in virtual environments based in Des Moines, Iowa, and Dallas, Texas.
Experience at Aon Hewitt
Lauren Hennessy worked at Aon Hewitt in multiple capacities before joining Alight Solutions. Her roles included Operations Manager from 2014 to 2017, Project Manager in 2014, Implementation Shared Services Analyst from 2013 to 2014, and Client Delivery Specialist from 2012 to 2013. These positions were located in The Woodlands, Texas, where she built a solid foundation in operational and client-facing roles.
Educational Background
Lauren Hennessy studied at The University of Texas at Austin, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from 2008 to 2011. Her background in psychology provides her with unique insights into managing client relationships and team dynamics. During her time at the university, she held various roles including Research Assistant at the Sexual Psychophysiology Laboratory, Clerical Assistant, and Resident Assistant in the Division of Housing and Food Services.
Early Career and Transition to Virtual Roles
Lauren Hennessy started her career in various capacities including Operations Manager at MGM Advisory Services in 2011, based in Dallas, Texas. Her early career experiences contributed to her capabilities in operations and management. Since 2017, she has worked in virtual roles, reflecting her adaptability and proficiency in managing remote teams and projects. This transition to virtual roles saw her based out of locations like Dallas and The Woodlands, later shifting to Iowa.