Nicole Petralia, Sphr
About Nicole Petralia, Sphr
Nicole Petralia serves as the Benefits & Leaves Manager at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, where she has worked since 2016. With extensive experience in human resources, particularly in benefits administration and workplace diversity, she previously held various roles at Novo Nordisk over a span of 15 years.
Work at Federal Reserve Bank of New York
Nicole Petralia has been serving as the Benefits & Leaves Manager at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York since 2016. In this role, she oversees various employee benefits and leave programs, ensuring compliance with regulations and organizational policies. Her responsibilities include managing employee leave requests and benefits administration, while also focusing on enhancing employee experience through effective program management.
Previous Experience at Novo Nordisk
Before her current role, Nicole Petralia held multiple positions at Novo Nordisk. She worked as an Associate Manager in Work-Life & Leave Administration from 2011 to 2014, and as a Manager in Work-Life, Wellness & Leaves from 2014 to 2016. Her earlier roles included Disability & Benefit Analyst, Disability & Benefit Specialist, and Senior Human Resources Administrator, accumulating over a decade of experience in various HR functions at the company.
Education and Professional Development
Nicole Petralia studied at Rider University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Human Resources Management and Services. Additionally, she completed the Corporate Assistant Program at Katherine Gibbs School in 1998, which provided her with foundational skills in corporate administration.
Expertise in Human Resources
Nicole Petralia possesses extensive expertise in human resources, specializing in strategic planning, program evaluation, and change management. She has a strong focus on diversity, inclusion, and workplace culture, and is skilled in managing ADAA accommodations and workplace flexibility. Her experience also includes budget management and vendor management within HR contexts.
Career Background in Human Resources
Nicole Petralia began her career in human resources at Princeton eCom as a Human Resources Representative from 1999 to 2000. She subsequently held various roles at Novo Nordisk, including Human Resources Contractor and Human Resources Associate. Her diverse background in HR has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of employee benefits and leave management.