Cara Fendley
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Talent Acquisition Specialist
EngageMED
12.2021 - 10.2024
- Evaluated resumes, interviewed, and presented qualified candidates to hiring managers and solicited feedback to refine recruiting strategy.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to determine job requirements and understand departmental needs.
- Conducted telephone and in-person interviews to assess candidate experience and qualifications.
- Developed and maintained applicant tracking system, tracking all job openings, applicants and interviewing activity.
Regional Account Manager
Quick Capital Funding
04.2021 - 10.2021
- Managed a diverse portfolio of high-net-worth clients, ensuring optimal asset allocation and risk management strategies.
- Collaborated with internal departments to develop customized financial solutions tailored to individual client needs.
- Implemented initiatives to improve customer satisfaction and increase repeat business.
- Established strong client relationships through regular communication, attentive service, and prompt issue resolution.
- Developed robust sales pipelines by networking at industry events, actively pursuing leads, and nurturing professional connections.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by proactively addressing concerns and implementing customized solutions.
Senior Corporate Recruiter
Small Business Growth Alliance
02.2019 - 03.2021
- Enhanced candidate pool by implementing innovative sourcing strategies and utilizing diverse recruitment channels.
- Oversaw the successful execution of campus recruitment efforts, attracting top talent from targeted universities and colleges.
- Conducted regular market research on industry trends and competitor practices, ensuring an up-to-date understanding of the evolving talent landscape.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with hiring managers to understand their unique needs and requirements for open positions.
Recruiting Specialist
Other Relevant Experience
07.1998 - 12.2009
- Collaborated closely with HR team to align talent acquisition strategies with overall business objectives.
- Hired employees and initiated new hire paperwork process.
- Promptly corresponded with applicants and coordinated and conducted interviews.
- Tracked candidates and pushed for feedback on disqualifications, time-to-fill statistics and other variables.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to develop accurate job descriptions and requirements for open positions.
Education
Bachelor Of Arts - Journalism
University of Arkansas
Little Rock, AR07.1998
Skills
- Applicant tracking systems
- Data-driven decision making
- Onboarding processes
- Candidate sourcing
- Salary and benefits negotiations
- Pipeline maintenance
- Cold calling
- Passive candidate engagement
- Recruitment marketing
- Referral generation
- Interviewing techniques
- New hire orientation
- Decision-making
- Candidate searching
- Business intelligence
- Temporary and seasonal employees
Timeline
Talent Acquisition Specialist
EngageMED
12.2021 - 10.2024
Regional Account Manager
Quick Capital Funding
04.2021 - 10.2021
Senior Corporate Recruiter
Small Business Growth Alliance
02.2019 - 03.2021
Recruiting Specialist
Other Relevant Experience
07.1998 - 12.2009
Bachelor Of Arts - Journalism
University of Arkansas