DARIAN SMITH

• Enhanced candidate pipeline by utilizing various sourcing strategies, including social media, networking events, and job postings.
• Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
• Conducted thorough candidate screenings, resulting in higher quality interviews and placements.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and labor market data to inform recruitment strategies accordingly.

• Managed conflict resolution processes to maintain a positive work environment and resolve employee disputes effectively.
• Partnered with legal counsel to ensure compliance with employment regulations, reducing potential liability risks for the organization.
• Investigated and liaised with legal department to respond to complaints of harassment, discrimination, employee grievances, and other sensitive issues and prepared position statements for EEOC.
• Facilitated communication between employees and management by conducting regular feedback sessions and addressing concerns proactively.
• Managed full cycle of recruiting, hiring, and onboarding new employees.

• Led end-to-end recruitment for Internal Audit division, overseeing sourcing, assessment, and placement of senior-level audit professionals.
• Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
• Negotiated salary packages that satisfied both candidates'' expectations and organizational budget constraints.
• Prepared detailed reports on key recruitment metrics, enabling data-driven decision making for continuous improvement initiatives.
• Fostered a diverse workplace culture through deliberate outreach efforts targeting underrepresented groups within industry

• Trained junior recruiters in interviewing, recruiting and onboarding strategies.
• Negotiated competitive compensation packages, securing top talent while balancing budgetary constraints.
• Expanded company presence at job fairs, maximizing exposure to potential candidates and increasing applicant volume.
• Oversaw full cycle recruiting for 100+ vacancies each quarter.
• Spearheaded diversity initiatives, resulting in a more inclusive workplace culture and talent pool expansion.

• Conducted thorough investigations into employee relations issues, resolving conflicts fairly and efficiently.
• Administered benefits programs, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations while maximizing employee satisfaction.
• Oversaw HR analytics projects to gather insights on key metrics such as turnover rates, employee engagement scores, and time-to-fill data.
• Interviewed potential hires, negotiated salaries and benefits and performed reference checks.
• Streamlined recruitment processes, reducing time-to-hire and improving candidate quality.