People Strategy and Talent Management Consultant
Why Businesses Choose to Work With Me
I bring practical HR systems and solutions to help business owners confidently manage their workforce.
- 25+ years of hands-on HR experience
- Deep understanding of California labor compliance Practical, business-focused solutions
- Trusted partner to growing companies
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Let’s Build a Stronger Workforce Together
Whether you need help hiring, improving your HR systems, or ongoing support, I’m here to help.
Maria Becerra, Principal HR Consultant
Helping business owners stay compliant, hire better, and build strong HR Systems — without the cost of a full-time HR department.
HOW I SUPPORT YOUR BUSINESS
HR Compliance & Risk Management
Stay compliant and reduce risk with clear policies, proper documentation, and structured HR practices tailored to California requirements.
- California-compliant employee handbooks
- HR audits and policy development
- Employee relations and documentation
- Risk mitigation strategies
Recruiting and Hiring Support
Attract and hire the right people with a structured recruiting approach designed to save time and improve hiring decisions.
- Candidate sourcing and screening
- Hard-to-fill roles (including skilled trades and technicians)
- Interview structure and hiring processes
- Job descriptions and compensation alignment
Ongoing HR Partnership (Fractional HR)
Ongoing HR support to help you manage your team, navigate challenges, and build a strong, scalable workforce.
- Monthly HR support tailored to your business
- Performance management and employee guidance
- Leadership support and coaching
- Ongoing compliance and HR strategy
Candidate Sourcing
Finding the right candidates is crucial for your business's success. Our candidate sourcing and screening process is designed to fill hard-to-fill roles, including skilled trades and technicians, ensuring you have access to top talent.
HR Solutions for Small Businesses
Compliant and Innovative HR Systems
As your business grows, managing employees, hiring, and compliance becomes more complex.
I provide HR support tailored to your business — helping you reduce risk, improve hiring outcomes, and create structure without the overhead of a full-time HR department.
Compliance Support
We can help you stay compliant with federal, state, and local HR laws and regulations, reducing the risk of costly fines and legal issues.
Employee Relations
Our employee relations services help you foster positive relationships between management and employees, promoting a healthy and productive work environment.
Compensation and Benefits
We can help you design and implement competitive compensation and benefits packages that attract and retain top talent.
Performance Appraisals
Our performance appraisal services help you evaluate employee performance objectively, providing valuable feedback and identifying areas for improvement.
Employee Handbook
We can help you create and maintain an up-to-date employee handbook that outlines your company policies and procedures clearly and consistently.
Trusted by Business Leaders
WHAT OTHERS SAY ABOUT WORKING WITH ME
"Maria is without peer as a HR generalist and operational leader. She gets it, she gets it done, and she gets it done better than anyone could have imagined. Her command of the organizational and personal dynamics is fantastic. She gets the big picture as well as subtle details unlike anyone I've ever met in this role. She made a huge difference for the team in Perris and for our network as a whole. "
Stephen Szilagyi
SVP Supply Chain
at MSC Industrial Supply Company
"I was fortunate enough to work with Maria several years ago. In all of my years as a professional, I've never worked with another more professional and engaging peer. She has an absolutely palpable respect and compassion for others, while still holding true to the organizational mission. People in her employ know that she has their best interest at heart, and are energized by her charisma and leadership. "
Cheryl Gregory, R.N., LHRM, JD
Healthcare Consultant
"Maria is a detailed oriented and organized Leader. She demonstrates great confidence and teaming abilities that promotes a work environment that empowers others to perform at their highest potential. Maria has exceptional strategic skills and influence that has proven to result in meeting challenging business goals while maintaining an inclusive work environment. Maria is an exceptional Human Resource Professional and an asset to have on your team. She has the ability to have individuals work with her not just for her, which is the foundation of a strong Leader. "
Cynthia Shelton, PhD
Human Resources Leader
" I've had the pleasure of working and knowing Maria for over 10 years now. Maria is an extremely Professional individual & always makes you feel like family. She is incredibly hard working, and has a diverse background that provides knowledge & experience. Most importantly, Maria is an AMAZING Mom, which in my opinion says more than anything else! I Value our friendship, and I always recommend Maria for any Professional HR Consulting, bilingual communications & even Notary. "
Jose Arellano
Sales Executive, ADP
HR Payroll and Benefits
"I have known Maria personally and professionally for 20 years. Maria is one of the best employees, co-workers, and friends I have ever had the pleasure of working with. I never had to worry about the job getting done or if it would be done correctly. Maria is highly ethical and takes her work very seriously. She has the innate ability to work with all levels of the organization making everyone feel extremely confident in her work.
Maria is a real leader, and rarely meets a challenge she doesn’t embrace fully. Maria is someone I would always want on my team and in my corner. I consider her a friend and trusted colleague, and would love the opportunity to work with her again in the future. I highly recommend Maria as she would be a valuable asset to any team. "
Clara Jones
Global Learning Design and Operations
Johnson & Johnson
" I've worked with many individuals in human resources over my 17 year retail career and Maria is by far the most effective HR professional I've had the privilege to work with. Maria understands the balance between positive employee relations and running the business. Maria and her team took a facility that was last in employee engagement and made it the best in the company 4 years in a row! Maria is a consummate professional and would make an immediate positive impact on any organization. "
Randall Parsons
Human Resources Director
"I had the pleasure of working with Maria while she was employed as the Human Resources Manager at the Sea Ray Boats Sykes Creek manufacturing facility. Maria's breadth of knowledge as a human resources generalist, as well as her excellent communication skills and her "can do" attitude will make her an incredible asset for any company. "
Barbara Montalbano
Business Unit Human Resources Manager at Hubbell Power Systems