JENNIFER PILBEAM

Versatile and mission-driven recruiter with deep experience across high-growth startups in the US and UK, including CareerBuilder, Vocus, LivingSocial, and others. Re-engaged in the workforce full-time after impactful work as an EMT, educator, and parent, bringing urgency, empathy, and operational clarity to every hire. Known for hiring with heart and precision, aligning mission-driven people with companies that value impact. Resourceful leader with proven success in talent acquisition, team coaching, and operations. Recognized for building high-performing teams, improving recruiting operations, and advocating for candidates and communities. Seeking a recruiting or people-focused role in a SaaS or mission-aligned company where I can make an immediate impact.

• First college graduate in her family; lifelong advocate for education access.
• Completed Camino De Santiago pilgrimage from Oporto to Santiago.
• Lived, worked, or traveled extensively through India, Egypt, France, Greece, Spain, Ireland, and more.
• Former Simmons School of Social Work graduate student (4.0 GPA – deferred for family).

• 22+ years coaching youth basketball and baseball; head and assistant coach roles.
• CPR instructor and EMT class trainer for Germanna and Associates in Emergency Care.
• Former Girls, Inc. mentor delivering 560+ hours/year of programming.
• Presented to audiences of 100+, trained customers on new platforms, and delivered public education initiatives.
• Managed team of recruiting coordinators, improving hiring workflows and reducing time-to-fill.
• Advocated for first-generation students and underserved communities through higher ed and local service.