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Geraldine  Arries

Geraldine Arries

Riyadh ,Riyadh

Summary

A Full Life-Cycle Recruiter with 8+ blended in-house and search firm recruiting experience having a track record in delivering high volume hiring projects and helping companies to build exceptional workforce that positively impacted their business.

Objective: Contractor recruiter role in a people and customer-centric organization where can effectively utilize skills and expertise in building most effective technology workforce.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Recruitment Consultant

Avalon Academy
Jeonju , Jeollabukdo
11.2020 - 11.2021

Responsibilities & scope of work:

  • Sourced candidates for the employer in education industry through job marketing campaigns, referrals, social networks, internal database, career fairs, alumni, professional groups and associations.
  • Conducted candidate screening and interviewing, delivered shortlisted candidates to the employer
  • Assisted the employer in arranging interviewing process and job offers with candidates.
  • Hired employees and initiated new hire paperwork process.
  • Developed recruiting strategies to identify qualified candidates and build network.
  • Evaluated strengths and weaknesses of candidates through effective screening processes.
  • Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
  • Collaborated with hiring managers to understand job requirements and expectations.
  • Placed advertisements, evaluated applicant credentials, conducted initial interviews and pre-screening assessments.
  • Assisted with onboarding and orientation of new hires to expedite acclimatization process.
  • Developed and implemented plans to improve recruitment process.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with external recruiters to obtain referrals to qualified candidates.
  • Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
  • Advertised job opportunities on social media platforms and job boards.
  • Coordinated schedules to arrange management interviews with applicants.
  • Studied job descriptions and qualifications to determine applicant requirements.
  • Conducted reference checks, background screening and other pre-employment checks to verify information on applicant's resume.
  • Advised managers on best practices to maintain compliance with applicable laws.
  • Collaborated with managers to identify and address employee relations issues.
  • Developed and implemented onboarding and orientation programs for new employees.

Human Resources Professional

ICONZ Media
Seoul , Seoul
06.2011 - 12.2013
  • Implemented full-cycle in house recruiting for performing artist.
  • Sourced, screened and interviewed local and international candidates for the roles.
  • Planned and managed recruitment activities for new hires using strategic personnel, staffing, and position management practices.
  • Reviewed and screened applicant resumes to identify qualified candidates.
  • Oversaw and managed hiring process and assisted human resources.
  • Briefed job applicants regarding responsibilities, benefits and schedules to provide information regarding job specifications and logistics.
  • Assisted with writing job postings and job descriptions for boards.
  • Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.

Human Resources Professional

HHTV
Johannesburg , Gauteng
12.2010 - 12.2011
  • Oversaw and managed hiring process and assisted human resources.
  • Planned and managed recruitment activities for new hires using strategic personnel, staffing, and position management practices.
  • Partnered with senior leadership to establish and develop corporate and HR policies and procedures.
  • Reviewed and screened applicant resumes to identify qualified candidates.
  • Briefed job applicants regarding responsibilities, benefits and schedules to provide information regarding job specifications and logistics.
  • Created and delivered HR training sessions to staff, managers and executives.
  • Collaborated with managers to identify and address employee relations issues.
  • Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
  • Advocated for staff members, helping to identify and resolve conflicts.

Human Resources Officer

G4S Secure Solutions
Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape
06.2007 - 01.2008
  • Provided thoughtful and engaging new employee onboarding presentations to energize workforce and set organizational expectations.
  • Coordinated new hire onboarding, completing background checks and reference checks to complete screenings.
  • Enhanced team workflows and employee job satisfaction by coordinating communication between managers and employees.
  • Coordinated employee placements and administrative details.
  • Supervised job interviews and conducted exit surveys to verify compliance with HR best practices.
  • Assisted managers and supervisors with employee disputes, disciplinary actions and other workplace issues.
  • Processed paperwork and hiring details for promotions and lateral position changes.
  • Supported talent acquisition and allocation procedures by facilitating targeted recruitment campaigns.
  • Advocated for staff members, helping to identify and resolve conflicts.
  • Partnered with departmental managers to ascertain hiring needs and subsequently provide candidate recommendations.
  • Assisted with writing job postings and job descriptions for boards.
  • Improved organizational filing systems for confidential employee records, resulting in improved accessibility and efficiency.
  • Collected and analyzed information to monitor compliance outcomes and identify and address trends of non-compliant behavior.
  • Collaborated with managers to identify and address employee relations issues.
  • Pre-screened resumes prior to sending to corporate hiring managers for consideration.
  • Created and delivered HR training sessions to staff, managers and executives.

Education

Human Resources Management - Education And Training, Personnel Management,

Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
02.2004

High School Diploma - Business Economics, Economic And Mathematics

John Walton High School
Uitenhage, South Africa
01.1996

Skills

  • Talent identification, sourcing and screening
  • Interviewing, short listing and closing
  • Strong follow-up and negotiation
  • Good interpersonal and interacting skills
  • Ability to source and recruit for hard to fill areasor multiple roles and levels simultaneously
  • Employee Performance Reviews
  • Workforce Improvements
  • Attendance Guidelines
  • Professional Relationships
  • Recruitment and Staffing
  • Recruitment and Retention Strategies
  • Team Relationships
  • Employee Discipline
  • Human Resources Law Expertise
  • Social Media Platforms
  • Confidential Records Management
  • Applicant Interviewing
  • Socialization Techniques
  • Motivational Techniques
  • Providing Feedback
  • Problem Resolution
  • Microsoft Office
  • Online Platforms
  • Cold Calling
  • Staffing Requirements
  • Statistical Recording
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Employee and Applicant Assessment
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Benefits Administration
  • Behavior Identification
  • Temporary and Seasonal Employees
  • Maintain Employment Records
  • Human Resources Management Systems
  • Candidate Searching
  • Training Development and Execution
  • Recruitment Management

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Recruitment Consultant

Avalon Academy
11.2020 - 11.2021

Human Resources Professional

ICONZ Media
06.2011 - 12.2013

Human Resources Professional

HHTV
12.2010 - 12.2011

Human Resources Officer

G4S Secure Solutions
06.2007 - 01.2008

Human Resources Management - Education And Training, Personnel Management,

Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University

High School Diploma - Business Economics, Economic And Mathematics

John Walton High School
Geraldine Arries