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Amanda Cabrera

Nashville,Tennessee

Summary

Goal-oriented recruiting professional motivated to achieve demanding targets under tight deadlines. Proficient in developing and overseeing diverse candidate pipelines and efficient interview processes. Focused on positive candidate experiences and being adaptable and resilient in all business situations.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Recruiter and Client Engagement Lead

IQTalent
05.2021 - Current
  • Demonstrated full-cycle recruiting effectiveness for a wide range of open positions (sales, software and product development, marketing, legal, learning and development, HR/recruiting)
  • 30 days to hire on average for individual contributor positions; 45+ days for people manager and executive positions
  • In 2022, supported direct and partnership revenue organizations with hires totaling $5 million in salary value
  • Managed teams with up to 10 team members at various stages of professional experience (Sourcers, Researchers, Sr. Recruiters, Contract Recruiters)
  • Developed individualized hiring strategies for clients in different industries and stages of growth/funding, primarily SaaS start-ups
  • Coached client hiring teams on identifying unintentional bias and encouraged enablement of DEI initiatives
  • Advocated for candidates through the duration of interview lifecycles to ensure a positive experience and maintain the external company brand
  • Mentored new hires and employees on PIPs to align their professional growth with data-proven success
  • Led training sessions on the topics of effective candidate screens, the importance of data in a consultative setting, offer negotiation best practices, and how to be an effective leader in client engagements

Intern

Office Of The District Attorney, Davidson County
08.2018 - 05.2019
  • Attended court hearings, developing a deeper understanding of trial procedures and advocacy strategies.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality with sensitive information related to client matters; preserving trust between the firm and its clients.
  • Organized discovery materials for efficient review by attorneys, saving time and resources during case preparation.
  • Attended depositions and court proceedings and prepared summaries on cases.

Front Desk Receptionist

Focus Point Global
05.2018 - 08.2018
  • Greeted focus group participants at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
  • Provided participants with screening questionnaires at each client's discretion
  • Ensure client satisfaction by ensuring their viewing rooms were clean, fully stocked with snacks and beverages, and food orders were provided in a timely manner.
  • Stayed late to accommodate clients traveling from out of state to complete their work. Provided timely delivery of dinner orders if needed.
  • Maintained accurate record-keeping with proactive attention to client information updates.

Sales Associate

Maurices
08.2017 - 08.2018
  • Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
  • Supported sales goals by providing personalized styling services after speaking with customers about their preferences in style and size
  • Helped customers complete their purchases, return/exchange items, and sign up for the Maurice's store credit card
  • Assisted with store closing activities such as organizing merchandise displays and cleaning/ vacuuming the entire store

Cashier

Burlington Coat Factory Department Store
07.2016 - 08.2017
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN
12.2018

Skills

  • Full-Cycle Recruiting
  • Data-Centered Strategy and Decision Making
  • Salary Negotiation
  • Advanced Sourcing Techniques
  • Applicant Tracking Systems
  • People Development

Timeline

Recruiter and Client Engagement Lead

IQTalent
05.2021 - Current

Intern

Office Of The District Attorney, Davidson County
08.2018 - 05.2019

Front Desk Receptionist

Focus Point Global
05.2018 - 08.2018

Sales Associate

Maurices
08.2017 - 08.2018

Cashier

Burlington Coat Factory Department Store
07.2016 - 08.2017

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Tennessee State University
Amanda Cabrera