Donald Aldridge
West Houston,TX
Summary
Talent Acquisition professional ready to leverage more than 8 years of experience to drive TA strategies within the recruitment process. I have a knack for identifying and attracting top-tier talent and I excel in creating dynamic candidate experiences and building strong relationships with both candidates and hiring managers. Donald is well-versed in developing and strengthening relationships with internal team members, companies and applicants in order to quickly fill open positions with best-fitting candidates. Proficient in sorting resumes, determining applicant eligibility and performing skill assessments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Recruiter (FTE - Layoff)
Meta (facebook)
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Utilize data analysis and metrics to optimize recruitment strategies and improve hiring outcomes for technical and executive level positions
- Leverage data analytics to identify and attract top technical talent from diverse backgrounds to support Meta's growth and meet our aggressive hiring goals
- Supported the executive search team in sourcing Director and VP level talent
- Leverage social media platforms and industry networks to proactively source top talent and build a strong pipeline of candidates for senior level technical positions
- Performed Team matching and talent mapping
- Built an executive search pipeline to address hiring needs for the Monetization and Infrastructure teams within the Instagram product
- Lead Sourcing sprints to effectively address aging requisitions and deliver talent to the respective pipelines
- Providing weekly market updates to hiring partners to develop new strategies and manage expectations on delivery
- Develop and maintain relationships with executive search partners
- Won 2 sourcing competitions amongst the Facebook App and Instagram App recruiting teams.
- Successfully filled numerous hard-to-source roles by utilizing creative search methods and tapping into niche networks.
- Developed strong rapport with candidates, providing support during interviews, offer negotiations, and onboarding process.
- Sourced and selected applicants for technical positions within company.
- Effectively managed multiple simultaneous searches across various industries, proving adaptability and time management skills.
- Collaborated with internal teams to continuously improve recruitment processes and execute as efficiently as possible.
- Championed diversity initiatives in the workplace through inclusive recruitment practices that promoted equal opportunities for all candidates.
- Used Boolean searches to develop applicant portfolios for expected openings.
- Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
Talent Scout (Contract)
Adobe
04.2021 - 01.2022
- Supported various orgs within corporate functions, design and data science
- Sourced and provided talent for Manager, Group Manager, Director and VP level roles
- Develop and implement creative strategies to attract top talent in a competitive market, utilizing innovative sourcing techniques and platforms
- Identify and target niche talent communities and online forums to engage with potential candidates and build relationships, enhancing the employer brand within specialized technical fields
- Leverage data analytics and metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of sourcing strategies and make data-driven decisions to improve overall recruitment outcomes
- Filled 5 requisitions within the executive teams for Behance and Adobe Design
- Crafted a presentation on innovative ways to source Diverse talent and successfully implemented it within my TA group
- Reduced time to fill by 27% on all reqs assigned to the Behance product.
- Identified high-quality candidates through targeted research and proactive networking.
- Actively participated in continuous learning opportunities such as conferences, workshops, and webinars to stay updated on industry trends and best practices.
- Enhanced candidate outreach by utilizing diverse sourcing techniques and tools.
Recruiter II (Contract)
Amazon
02.2021 - 04.2021
- Supported the Global Engineering Org hiring various levels of engineers, from IC4 up to Director
- Implement innovative sourcing strategies to attract top talent in a competitive market, staying ahead of industry trends and utilizing cutting-edge recruitment techniques
- Leverage proprietary internal tools to effectively team match candidates to open requisitions
- Pipelined Diversity candidates targeting women-centric groups on social media
- Implemented Amazon leadership principles within sourcing strategies.
- Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
- Built strong relationships with internal and external candidates to ensure an excellent hiring experience.
- Managed high-volume requisitions in a timely manner to meet client staffing needs efficiently.
- Advertised job opportunities on social media platforms and job boards.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to understand job requirements and expectations.
- Collaborated with internal teams to continuously improve recruitment processes and execute as efficiently as possible.
- Implemented innovative sourcing strategies that led to the discovery of top talent in competitive markets.
Talent Acquisition Specialist II (Contract)
S&P Global (formerly IHS Markit)
08.2020 - 02.2021
- Partnered with business leadership to set objectives for new hiring initiatives
- Successfully filled 4 director roles and 1 CFO role while supporting a new technology branch of business
- Filled 5 Sales roles successfully
- Develop and implement diversity and inclusion initiatives to attract a wider range of highly qualified candidates, ensuring a more inclusive and diverse workforce for S&P Global.
- 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.
- Developed and maintained applicant tracking system, tracking all job openings, applicants and interviewing activity.
- Managed full-cycle recruiting process for multiple roles simultaneously while maintaining high-quality standards in candidate assessment and selection.
- Developed strong talent pipelines by utilizing various sourcing techniques, including social media, job boards, and networking events.
Technical Recruiter (Covid Layoff)
MatchTech Engineernig
07.2019 - 04.2020
- Spearheaded the executive level accounting and financial recruiting segment of our business in Houston
- Served as Point of Contact for 5 of our largest clients
- Served as mentor to 3 junior level consultants
- Led our office in new onboarding's 3 months in a row
- Develop and maintain relationships with industry professionals, attending networking events and conferences to expand the talent pool and stay informed about market trends.
Corporate Recruiter
Mitsubishi Logisnext
10.2017 - 07.2019
- Led all recruiting initiatives for our manufacturing facility in Houston and all 4 subsidiaries throughout the US
- Identify and engage with top talent in the market through creative sourcing strategies to ensure a competitive edge in recruiting the best candidates for corporate positions
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with hiring managers to understand their specific needs and requirements, ensuring a seamless recruitment process and successful placements for corporate positions
- Led all employee relation initiatives for our Houston office.
Senior Recruiter
Prosperity Professional Service
11.2015 - 10.2017
- Vetted candidates and recommended talent for key positions with our clients
- Administered drug screens for all applicants and potential candidates being considered
- Headed all marketing initiatives to establish the company brand
- Served as active member of the local Chamber of Commerce on behalf of my company
- Supervised 2 other recruiters
- Conduct in-depth candidate assessments to ensure cultural fit and alignment with client's values and goals, enhancing overall team cohesiveness and productivity.
Skills
- Social Media Sourcing
- Pipeline Building
- Data Analysis
- Market Updates
- Executive Search
- Employer Branding
- Interviewing
- Full Cycle Recruiting
- Boolean Search
- KPI Tracking
- Workday
- Greenhouse
- Talent Mapping
- Team Matching
- Networking
- Technical Sourcing
Personal Information
Title: Senior Recruiter
Timeline
Technical Recruiter (FTE - Layoff)
Meta (facebook)
01.2022 - 01.2023
Talent Scout (Contract)
Adobe
04.2021 - 01.2022
Recruiter II (Contract)
Amazon
02.2021 - 04.2021
Talent Acquisition Specialist II (Contract)
S&P Global (formerly IHS Markit)
08.2020 - 02.2021
Technical Recruiter (Covid Layoff)
MatchTech Engineernig
07.2019 - 04.2020
Corporate Recruiter
Mitsubishi Logisnext
10.2017 - 07.2019
Senior Recruiter
Prosperity Professional Service
11.2015 - 10.2017
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