Amanda Hall
Summary
Strategic human resources executive with a focus on talent acquisition and employee development. Known for implementing effective talent strategies that drive organizational performance and scalability. Achievements include transforming recruitment processes and enhancing employer branding, resulting in improved hiring quality and operational efficiency. Strong background in conflict resolution and compliance, fostering a supportive and productive work environment.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Vice Present, Talent Acquisition
LaserAway
05.2024 - Current
- Directed talent acquisition strategy for one of fastest-growing aesthetics brands.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to align recruitment and people processes with growth objectives.
- Scaled recruitment efforts to support expansion, enhancing employer branding initiatives.
- Boosted team productivity by 75% through metrics, streamlined hiring, and data-driven strategies.
- Developed and implemented Performance Review Model and Career Pathing framework for structured talent development.
- Revamped high-volume hiring operations, increasing efficiency and optimizing candidate experience.
- Created recruiter scorecards and TA dashboards to improve executive visibility and accountability.
- Integrated ClearCompany ATS with ADP, enhancing hiring workflows and compliance.
Senior Director of Talent Acquisition
Milan Laser Hair Removal
Omaha, NE
07.2023 - 04.2024
- Directed talent acquisition strategies for multi-unit organization, supporting growth of 85 stores annually.
- Led dynamic recruiting team to enhance operational efficiency and productivity.
- Overhauled high-volume recruitment process, achieving 50-75% increase in output within first 45 days.
- Reduced aged requisitions from 29% to 8% through effective process optimization and backlog management.
- Spearheaded employer branding initiatives to strengthen market position and attract top talent.
- Implemented cost-efficient recruitment marketing strategy, realizing annual savings of $500,000.
- Achieved staffing rate improvement from 85% to 94% within 90 days via strategic initiatives.
- Established regional compensation philosophy to align pay structures with market trends.
Head of Talent Management
Kendra Scott
Austin, TX
07.2022 - 05.2023
- Directed five-member team in day-to-day talent management operations.
- Implemented initiatives to attract qualified talent and enhance employee performance.
- Developed executive presentations highlighting career development and organizational design benefits.
- Transformed internship program into early career program for optimal talent alignment.
- Extended full-time offers to five out of twenty program participants.
- Redesigned onboarding process to accelerate time-to-productivity metrics.
- Fostered culture of continuous growth, supporting vertical career mobility.
- Launched DEI learning series to integrate best practices across operations.
Director of Talent Acquisition – IT & Engineering
Frontier Communications
03.2020 - 07.2022
- Led a nine-member team to oversee daily talent acquisition activities.
- Developed an integrated workforce planning strategy to attract high-quality engineers.
- Implemented advanced tools and technologies to enhance candidate experiences.
- Achieved savings exceeding $2MM in contractor spending by consolidating third-party contractors by 80%.
- Conducted thorough analysis of internal talent acquisition data to create a comprehensive DEI strategy.
- Executed annual employee engagement survey, leading to a 10% improvement in satisfaction ratings.
Director of HR & Retention - Americas
Menzies Aviation
Fort Worth, TX
09.2019 - 05.2020
- Directed a 50-member team to execute daily HR operations effectively.
- Managed full-cycle recruitment for up to 750 new hires in North America.
- Collaborated with executives to align talent management strategies with organizational goals.
- Oversaw talent acquisition and learning & development teams across North America and LATAM.
- Delivered presentations on employee performance and retention trends to company executives.
Director of Talent Acquisition & HR Operations
Brink's, Inc.
Dallas, TX
08.2015 - 09.2019
- Led a 50-member team of talent acquisition professionals and HR support staff.
- Streamlined talent acquisition cycles, achieving 65% reduction in time-to-fill metrics for various roles.
- Provided oversight of Talent Acquisition Department operations and ensured SOX compliance through OFCCP audits.
- Drove succession planning initiatives using 9-boxing to assess and develop high-potential talent.
- Partnered cross-functionally to implement Workday ATS platform, completing project 55 days early.
- Managed cash and valuables, digital retail solutions, and ATM services within a private security framework.
Manager of Talent & HR Operations
Brink's, Inc.
Dallas, TX
08.2015 - 01.2017
- Achieved only two audit findings over three years through rigorous compliance audits.
- Led a 15-member team to ensure adherence to SOX, DOT, and OFCCP standards.
- Implemented Lean Six Sigma processes, reducing onboarding cycles from 60 days to 18 days.
- Overhauled candidate assessment and selection process, decreasing turnover for frontline positions by 30%.
- Reduced overall staff turnover from 76% to 42% during tenure.
- Analyzed market trends and competitor activity to inform business strategy.
Operations Manager
The Comtek Group
Dallas, TX
08.2006 - 08.2015
- Secured multiple promotions, achieving Head of Operations position.
- Cultivated expertise in talent sourcing to attract top IT professionals for various placements.
- Managed full-cycle recruitment processes, building strong candidate relationships and ensuring successful placements.
- Drove revenue growth as Account Manager through strategic staffing partnerships and robust client relationships.
- Streamlined IT staffing functions as Operations Manager, enhancing overall process efficiency.
- Implemented in-house payroll system, resulting in $250K year-over-year cost savings.
- Conducted cost analysis for projects to establish budget requirements.
- Supervised daily employee workflow to optimize productivity and maintain quality standards.
Education
Master of Science - Management & Organization, HR Management
University of Colorado
Bachelor of Applied Science - Organizational Leadership
South Texas College
Associate of Science - Healthcare Administration
University of Phoenix
Skills
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Talent Acquisition & Retention
- Human Resources Operations
- Project & Program Leadership
- New Hire Onboarding
- Staff Training & Development
- Talent Management
- Mentor/Coach/Facilitator
- Employee Attrition Reduction
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Analytical Problem Solver
- Leadership Development
- Process Improvement/Optimization
- Succession Planning
Websites
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma - Green Belt Certified
- Agile Methodology Certified
- DEI Workplace Certified
- SHRM-SCP Certified
Publications
- Forbes Contributor
- LinkedIn Contributor
- HR Magazine Contributor
Technology Experience
- BrassRing Workbench Certified
- Workday
- Corner Stone
- UltiPro
- GreenHouse
- PeopleSoft
- ADP
- ClearCompany
- Jobvite
- Eightfold
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Vice Present, Talent Acquisition
LaserAway
05.2024 - Current
Senior Director of Talent Acquisition
Milan Laser Hair Removal
07.2023 - 04.2024
Head of Talent Management
Kendra Scott
07.2022 - 05.2023
Director of Talent Acquisition – IT & Engineering
Frontier Communications
03.2020 - 07.2022
Director of HR & Retention - Americas
Menzies Aviation
09.2019 - 05.2020
Director of Talent Acquisition & HR Operations
Brink's, Inc.
08.2015 - 09.2019
Manager of Talent & HR Operations
Brink's, Inc.
08.2015 - 01.2017
Operations Manager
The Comtek Group
08.2006 - 08.2015
Master of Science - Management & Organization, HR Management
University of Colorado
Bachelor of Applied Science - Organizational Leadership
South Texas College
Associate of Science - Healthcare Administration
University of Phoenix
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