Leslie Harris
About Leslie Harris
Leslie Harris serves as the Lead Human Resources Business Partner at Transamerica, a position held since 2017. With extensive experience in various HR roles at Transamerica and a strong educational background in Human Resources Management, Harris is recognized for effective communication and stakeholder trust-building.
Work at Transamerica
Leslie Harris has held multiple roles at Transamerica since joining the company. She currently serves as the Lead Human Resources Business Partner, a position she has held since 2017. Prior to this role, she worked as a Senior Human Resources Generalist from 2015 to 2017 and as an Intermediate Human Resources Generalist from 2014 to 2015. Harris also served as a Lead Human Resources Specialist from 2010 to 2012. Her extensive experience at Transamerica demonstrates her commitment to the organization and her expertise in human resources.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Before her current role, Leslie Harris worked in various capacities within Transamerica Life Insurance Company. She was a Supervisor in Document Management from 2000 to 2005 and later became a Supervisor in Annuity Operations from 2005 to 2007. Additionally, she served as an Assistant Manager in Annuity Operations from 2007 to 2009. Her early career included a position as an Account Manager at Manpower Professional from 1991 to 2000, where she gained valuable experience in managing client relationships.
Education and Expertise
Leslie Harris pursued her education at Mt. Mercy University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Human Resources Management and Business from 2010 to 2012. She also studied Liberal Arts at Kirkwood Community College, achieving an Associate of Arts degree. Her educational background supports her expertise in human resources and management, contributing to her effectiveness in her current role.
Professional Skills
Leslie Harris is recognized for her persuasive communication skills in both written and verbal formats. She has a strong ability to integrate new information with existing knowledge, which enhances her expertise in her field. Harris is known for building trust with internal and external stakeholders through her actions and ideas. She combines critical analysis with creativity, allowing her to innovate in professional settings.
Career Timeline
Leslie Harris's career spans several roles and responsibilities within Transamerica and Transamerica Life Insurance Company. She began her career in 1991 at Manpower Professional and transitioned to various positions at Transamerica from 2000 onwards. Her roles have evolved from operational supervision to human resources, reflecting her adaptability and growth in the industry.