CHANTELL J. COOPER
Irvine,CA
Summary
Results-driven leader in global talent acquisition, workforce strategy, and culture transformation with a proven track record of aligning talent strategies with business objectives. Expertise in leveraging innovative solutions and operational excellence to attract, develop, and retain top-tier talent in dynamic global markets. Renowned for advanced supervisory and team-building skills, fostering employee engagement and performance through training and morale-building techniques. Committed to driving organizational success by implementing effective change initiatives.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SENIOR DIRECTOR, TALENT ACQUISITION
Plenty
South San Francisco, CA
06.2022 - Current
- Lead the global talent acquisition function, aligning hiring strategies with long-term business objectives to enable scalability in a high-growth environment.
- Partner directly with C-suite executives to execute critical executive searches, building an exceptional senior leadership team poised for international expansion.
- Develop and mentor a high-performing team of talent acquisition managers and sourcers, resulting in consistent achievement of hiring objectives and OKRs.
- Oversee immigration processes and global mobility programs to ensure seamless cross-border transitions for employees.
- Collaborate with the Legal, Operations, and Product teams to support the successful launch of new international operations.
DIRECTOR, TALENT ACQUISITION
Experian
Costa Mesa, CA
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Directed talent acquisition strategies for seven key business verticals across North America, driving innovation and excellence in hiring practices.
- Designed and implemented workforce planning initiatives, early career programs, and diversity hiring pipelines in partnership with senior leadership.
- Developed and coached a distributed team of talent acquisition partners, fostering their growth while delivering exceptional candidate and stakeholder experiences.
- Spearheaded executive-level searches and established external succession pipelines for critical leadership roles.
DIRECTOR, TALENT ACQUISITION
Arbonne International
Irvine, CA
04.2018 - 06.2021
- Managed global recruitment strategies across the USA, Canada, UK, Poland, and Australia, optimizing operations with a $1.5M budget.
- Streamlined talent acquisition processes through automation, including ATS integration and behavior assessment tools, reducing time-to-fill metrics by 70%.
- Led the redesign of the company's career site to enhance employer branding and attract top talent via an SEO-optimized platform.
- Introduced innovative recruitment approaches, including open hiring pilots and predictive analytics, to improve shift attendance and team performance.
MANAGER & SENIOR TALENT ACQUISITION PARTNER
Experian
Costa Mesa, CA
10.2015 - 04.2018
- Led recruiting for Experian's corporate headquarters and consumer services divisions, crafting customized strategies to attract top talent.
- Championed initiatives to improve candidate experience while achieving aggressive hiring goals across technical, functional, and leadership roles.
- Collaborated with cross-functional leaders to refine workforce planning, and address operational challenges during workforce transformations.
SENIOR DIRECTOR, TALENT ACQUISITION
Universal Services of America (Allied Universal)
Santa Ana, CA
09.2011 - 10.2015
- Directed talent acquisition across five business groups nationwide, managing a team of 10 recruiters and over 100 requisitions monthly.
- Integrated ATS systems across newly acquired divisions, ensuring streamlined onboarding and compliance with Affirmative Action requirements.
- Partnered with vendors to optimize recruitment strategies, including automation tools and social media platforms.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Coursework Completed
Brandman University, Chapman University System
Irvine, CASkills
- Global Talent Acquisition Strategy
- Leadership Development and Team Building
- Strategic Workforce Planning and Organizational Design
- Executive recruitment
- Regulatory compliance and employment law
- Process Optimization and Automation
- Employer branding and candidate experience
- Global mobility, immigration, and employment authorization
- Vendor Management and Negotiations
- Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives
Additional Work History
- Started my career in March 2005 at Robert Half International and spent over six years in the staffing industry before moving into Corporate Recruiting.
Accomplishments
- Elevated Talent Acquisition Functions: Consistently promoted throughout my career for expertise in leading strategic planning, recruiting, and employee lifecycle management, designing scalable processes that address both local and international needs.
- Global Workforce Expertise: Orchestrated talent strategies across diverse regions, including U.S., Canada, U.K., Poland, Australia, Canada and the UAE driving organizational success in competitive and evolving markets.
- Leadership Development: Coached and developed high-performing teams, fostering engagement, productivity, and low attrition rates while building succession pipelines for leadership roles.
- Operational Excellence: Integrated technology, automated processes, and implemented innovative tools to enhance efficiency, improve candidate experience, and meet evolving talent needs.
- DEI Advocate: Spearheaded initiatives to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, embedding belonging into organizational cultures at every level.
Certification
- Generative AI in HR Certification
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Leadership Training
- Predictive Index Practitioner Certification
- Advanced Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning Workshops
- Certified Staffing Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
SENIOR DIRECTOR, TALENT ACQUISITION
Plenty
06.2022 - Current
DIRECTOR, TALENT ACQUISITION
Experian
06.2021 - 06.2022
DIRECTOR, TALENT ACQUISITION
Arbonne International
04.2018 - 06.2021
MANAGER & SENIOR TALENT ACQUISITION PARTNER
Experian
10.2015 - 04.2018
SENIOR DIRECTOR, TALENT ACQUISITION
Universal Services of America (Allied Universal)
09.2011 - 10.2015
Bachelor of Business Administration - Coursework Completed
Brandman University, Chapman University System
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