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Jake Sedaka

Wayne

Summary

Experienced Talent Acquisition Leader with over 10 years of expertise in recruitment. Proven ability to build and lead talent acquisition functions, drive executive searches, and deliver strategic hiring solutions. Founder of a boutique staffing firm and currently leading global recruitment for Skidmore, Owings & Merrill. Strong focus on developing lasting client relationships and sourcing top talent to meet business goals.

Talent Acquisition professional with deep understanding of recruitment strategies, employee engagement, and workforce planning. Known for strong focus on team collaboration and delivering results. Adept at identifying top talent, managing full-cycle recruitment, and adapting to changing needs. Valued for communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and strategic thinking.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Global Talent Acquisition Manager

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM)
09.2022 - Current
  • Established and built the Talent Acquisition function for one of the world’s leading architectural firms, designing recruitment strategies from the ground up to support the firm's global talent needs
  • Spearheaded executive-level recruitment initiatives to attract top talent across architecture, engineering, and design, aligning with the firm’s vision and projects
  • Developed and implemented a scalable onboarding process that ensures smooth transitions for new hires, contributing to a retention-focused culture
  • Partner with senior leadership to drive talent management strategies, ensuring workforce planning aligns with firm objectives and growth targets
  • Introduced new tools, technologies, and best practices to streamline the hiring process and improve candidate experience
  • Led diversity and inclusion hiring initiatives to foster a more inclusive work environment and strengthen the firm’s commitment to innovation through diverse perspectives
  • Manage a cross-functional team to meet ambitious hiring goals while maintaining the firm’s high standards for talent and cultural fit
  • Expertise: Building Talent Acquisition Infrastructure, Executive Search, Strategic Hiring, Onboarding, Diversity & Inclusion Programs, and Recruitment Process Optimization

CEO & Founder

Advanced Partner Solutions
06.2020 - Current
  • Founded a boutique staffing and search firm specializing in Real Estate Development, Property Management, Architecture, Engineering, and Construction
  • Provide tailored staffing solutions and partner with clients to understand and meet their unique talent needs
  • Emphasize relationship building, listening, and matching clients with candidates to ensure long-term success
  • Skills: Executive Search, Client Management, Business Development, Team Leadership
  • Website: advancedpartnersolutions.com

Principal Consultant

Opus Career Management
06.2015 - 05.2020
  • Spearheaded recruitment consulting projects for a specialized recruitment agency serving the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) markets across the United States
  • Delivered expert talent acquisition strategies tailored to the unique needs of AEC clients, helping them secure top talent in a competitive market
  • Collaborated closely with clients to identify critical hiring needs for high-impact roles, from senior leadership positions to technical specialists, ensuring alignment with business goals and project demands
  • Drove end-to-end recruitment processes, including candidate sourcing, screening, and placement, with a strong focus on cultural fit and retention
  • Built and maintained a network of high-caliber professionals within the AEC sector, leveraging this network to swiftly match clients with the right candidates
  • Partnered with senior executives to provide advisory on workforce planning, onboarding processes, and executive search, becoming a trusted partner in their long-term talent strategy
  • Consistently exceeded client expectations by delivering timely, customized recruitment solutions that addressed both immediate and future hiring needs
  • Skills: Talent Acquisition, Executive Search, Account Management, AEC Market Expertise, Candidate Sourcing, Workforce Planning, Client Relationship Management

Education

Bachelor of Science - Human Resources Management

Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ
05-2015

Skills

  • Applicant tracking systems
  • Recruitment
  • Data-driven decision making
  • Candidate sourcing
  • Global recruitment
  • Onboarding processes
  • Talent management
  • Salary and benefits negotiations
  • Contract negotiation

Timeline

Global Talent Acquisition Manager

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM)
09.2022 - Current

CEO & Founder

Advanced Partner Solutions
06.2020 - Current

Principal Consultant

Opus Career Management
06.2015 - 05.2020

Bachelor of Science - Human Resources Management

Rowan University

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