Harissa Neyia Marun Hernandez

Virtual Assistant | Executive, HR & Operations Support | Calendar & Inbox Management | Administrative Support for U.S. Teams

Cartagena, Bolívar, Colombia

About

Hi! I’m Harissa. I am an HR-focused Virtual Assistant with experience supporting U.S.-based teams in Human Resources, Legal, and Operations environments. With a background in psychology and hands-on experience assisting law firms and executive teams, I bring empathy, structure, discretion, and reliability to fast-paced workplaces. I specialize in supporting HR processes while understanding the compliance, confidentiality, and documentation standards required in legal settings. I support teams with: • HR & recruiting coordination (job postings, candidate communication, interview scheduling) • Onboarding & employee documentation • Personnel file management & compliance support • Calendar & inbox management for leadership • Legal document preparation & case-related administrative support • CRM, database & workflow organization • Internal communication & operations assistance My experience in law has strengthened my attention to detail, confidentiality practices, and process-driven mindset: all essential in Human Resources. I’m passionate about creating organized, people-centered systems that allow teams to grow efficiently and confidently. If you're looking for reliable HR support with legal-environment experience, I’d love to connect.

Experience

  • Fundadora at Bites by Hari
    Oct 2018 - Present · 7 yrs 9 mos

    Key Responsibilities: • Led end-to-end business operations, overseeing product development, inventory control, supplier coordination, sales performance, and customer service management. • Directed daily operational workflows, ensuring structured processes, quality standards, and consistent service delivery. • Managed vendor relationships, negotiated with suppliers, and coordinated production timelines to maintain operational efficiency. • Developed marketing initiatives and brand positioning strategies to strengthen market presence and customer engagement. • Supported hiring needs and team coordination to sustain business growth and operational continuity. Key Achievements: • Developed and launched a high-demand product line, including the flagship “Crookies,” achieving sales of 100+ units per day and tripling weekly revenue. • Strengthened customer retention through structured communication strategies and service consistency, maintaining steady order volume. • Increased brand visibility through strategic content creation and digital marketing initiatives, enhancing customer engagement and brand recognition. • Optimized supplier management, new product launches, and operational workflows, ensuring profitability and sustainable growth.

  • Declaration Interviewer at C.R. Wannamaker Law
    Jan 2025 - Nov 2025 · 11 mos

    Key Responsibilities: • Conducted structured and semi-structured client interviews for sensitive VAWA and U-Visa immigration cases, gathering comprehensive and accurate case information in compliance-driven environments. • Prepared detailed, well-organized reports and client declarations to support attorneys in USCIS filings, ensuring clarity, consistency, and documentation accuracy. • Managed highly confidential information with discretion, professionalism, and adherence to legal documentation standards. • Maintained organized case records, coordinated supporting documentation, and ensured completeness and alignment with legal and procedural requirements. • Collaborated closely with attorneys and legal staff to streamline case preparation workflows and support timely submissions. Key Achievements: • Managed a portfolio of 125+ VAWA cases, conducting in-depth interviews and delivering accurate, structured case documentation to support immigration filings. • Built strong client trust by creating a supportive and empathetic interview environment during emotionally sensitive situations. • Improved attorney workflow efficiency by delivering organized, structured reports that enhanced clarity and case presentation quality. • Strengthened case tracking and documentation coordination, contributing to complete and timely submissions in high-volume legal processes.

  • Psicólogo at Imparcial Agencia
    Jan 2023 - Nov 2023 · 11 mos

    Key Responsibilities: • Coordinated end-to-end recruitment support for creative and operational roles, including application review, candidate screening, interview scheduling, and ongoing communication throughout the hiring process. • Conducted initial candidate interviews and collaborated with leadership to align talent selection with organizational needs and culture fit. • Provided high-level administrative support to the CEO, managing calendar coordination, contract documentation, follow-ups, and operational priorities. • Organized internal documentation, optimized workflow processes, and maintained structured communication across cross-functional teams. • Managed task tracking and team coordination through ClickUp, ensuring accountability, clarity, and timely execution in a fast-paced environment. Achievements: • Recruited and interviewed candidates for multiple creative and operational positions, contributing to a consistent and efficient hiring process. • Reviewed and shortlisted top-tier candidates aligned with company culture and role requirements, improving selection quality. • Enhanced internal task visibility and accountability by structuring project management workflows within ClickUp. • Strengthened executive operations by providing proactive calendar management, contract coordination, and operational follow-through, supporting seamless daily execution.

  • Practicante universitaria at Comisaría de familia
    Jul 2022 - Dec 2022 · 6 mos

    Conducted interviews for domestic violence and child protection cases. Prepared legal summaries and structured documentation for social workers and attorneys. Collaborated in intervention plans for vulnerable families.

  • Profesor at Kids Class Colombia
    Apr 2022 - Jun 2022 · 3 mos

    - Preparar clases en inglés para niños de matemáticas, inglés, biología, física - Clases de refuerzo para niños bilingüe