Antonio Gladden
Gastonia,NC
Summary
Strategic Talent Acquisition Consultant excelling in developing and executing tailored recruitment plans in partnership with senior leadership. Expertise in full-cycle recruiting and data-driven analysis to optimize sourcing strategies and improve hiring effectiveness.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Talent Acquisition Consultant
Wells Fargo
Charlotte, NC
11.2022 - Current
- Partnered with senior leadership and HR teams to develop and execute strategic recruitment plans aligned with organizational hiring goals and workforce needs.
- Managed full-cycle recruiting for high-volume and specialized roles, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, candidate evaluation, offer coordination, and onboarding support.
- Utilized diverse recruitment channels, including LinkedIn, Indeed, universities, professional organizations, career fairs, and referral networks, to attract top-tier talent and meet organizational hiring needs.
- Conducted behavioral and competency-based interviews to assess candidate qualifications, cultural fit, and long-term potential.
- Maintained compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws while ensuring accurate applicant tracking, documentation, and candidate disposition processes.
- Trained and supported hiring managers on applicant tracking systems, interview best practices, compliance standards, and recruitment procedures.
- Analyzed recruiting metrics and hiring trends to refine sourcing strategies and improve overall recruitment effectiveness.
- Developed and posted engaging job advertisements across multiple platforms to enhance candidate engagement and increase market visibility.
People Operations Specialist
Wells Fargo
Charlotte, North Carolina
08.2021 - 11.2022
- Coordinated interdepartmental communication on personnel matters to ensure clarity and alignment.
- Generated reports on recruitment activities, employee turnover rates, absenteeism patterns.
- Streamlined payroll processing and conducted audits of benefits programs for compliance and accuracy.
- Conducted exit interviews to identify trends and insights regarding employee departures.
- Analyzed data to identify trends in employee performance, engagement, attrition, and compensation.
- Provided guidance to management on issues such as labor law compliance, disciplinary action.
- Resolved conflicts between employees by providing advice or referring them to the appropriate resources.
- Maintained accurate records in personnel files and databases.
Recruiter I (Intern)
Varo Bank
Charlotte, NC
07.2019 - 08.2021
- Conducted full-cycle recruitment including sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding candidates.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and develop job descriptions.
- Sourced and screened potential candidates for open positions.
- Reviewed resumes, conducted phone screens, and managed candidate pipelines.
- Utilized applicant tracking systems to manage candidate pipelines and track progress.
- Cultivated relationships with external recruiting agencies to enhance talent acquisition efforts.
- Organized recruitment events and job fairs to draw diverse talent pools.
- Trained and supported junior recruiters on best practices in hiring processes.
- Assisted in creating employer branding materials to promote company culture and values.
Loss Prevention Specialist
Burlington Coat Factory
Charlotte, NC
05.2018 - 07.2019
- Monitored loss prevention operations to reduce shrinkage and identify theft and fraud risks.
- Monitored and supervised customer's activities in store to detect signs of attempted theft.
- Conducted thorough investigations of theft-related issues with potential to impact company operations and objectives negatively.
- Documented evidence of attempted theft and recovered merchandise to support loss prevention reports.
- Compiled and analyzed loss control data for stakeholder reports.
- Rolled out successful loss control strategies by building trust and cultivating partnerships with customers.
- Initiated new training procedures for internal staff and clients, improving functionality and alleviating redundancy.
- Responded calmly and effectively to emergency conditions, including safety hazards and threats to life or property.
Pharmacy Technician
The Pharmacy At 321
Gastonia, NC
10.2014 - 05.2018
- Assisted pharmacist in processing high volume of prescriptions, addressing customer inquiries to enhance service delivery.
- Interpreted and processed medication orders under supervision of pharmacist.
- Used 8-point check system to verify labeled prescriptions.
- Flagged potential drug interactions and allergies for patients, contributing to safe medication practices.
- Inspected medication storage locations to monitor drug expiration dates and supply adequate inventory.
- Received and verified daily incoming drug inventories, reported discrepancies and logged items into inventory system.
- Transmitted claims to insurance companies and reconciled EOBs, ensuring accurate payment processing.
- Created new customer profiles and updated changes such as demographics, allergies and new medications in pharmacy computer systems.
- Prepared prescription transfers to other pharmacies.
Education
Master of Arts - Human Resources Management
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT08-2027
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT06-2023
High School Diploma -
Hunter Huss High
Gastonia, NC06-2014
Skills
- Full-Cycle Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
- Strategic Sourcing & Candidate Pipeline Development
- Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) Management
- Behavioral & Competency-Based Interviewing
- Recruitment Compliance & Employment Law Knowledge
- Hiring Manager & Senior Leadership Collaboration
- Talent Market Research & Recruitment Trend Analysis
- Workforce Planning & Staffing Strategy
- Recruitment Advertising & Job Posting Optimization
- Data Analysis, Reporting & Hiring Metrics Tracking
- Candidate Relationship Management
- Employee Onboarding & Hiring Coordination
- Career Fair, Campus & Networking Recruitment
- Vendor & Staffing Agency Partnership Management
- Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- HRIS & Recruitment Technology Proficiency
- Strong Communication & Interpersonal Skills
- Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving
- Organizational & Time Management Skills
- Ability to Prioritize & Work Independently
- Confidentiality & Professional Discretion
- High-Volume Recruiting Experience
Education and Training
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Timeline
Talent Acquisition Consultant
Wells Fargo
11.2022 - Current
People Operations Specialist
Wells Fargo
08.2021 - 11.2022
Recruiter I (Intern)
Varo Bank
07.2019 - 08.2021
Loss Prevention Specialist
Burlington Coat Factory
05.2018 - 07.2019
Pharmacy Technician
The Pharmacy At 321
10.2014 - 05.2018
Master of Arts - Human Resources Management
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Western Governors University
High School Diploma -
Hunter Huss High