Kathryn Hanley
Cedarburg
Summary
Results-oriented Talent Acquisition professional with 5 years of full-cycle recruiting experience. Expertise in proactive sourcing and direct outreach, effectively connecting candidates with opportunities in competitive markets. Collaborates closely with hiring managers to deliver strategic insights and enhance the candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Recruiter
Extension, Inc.
08.2021 - 01.2026
- Owned the end-to-end recruiting lifecycle, including strategic sourcing, outreach, screening, interviewing, candidate presentation, interview coordination, offer negotiation, and placement.
- Partnered closely with sales teams and hiring managers to understand their hiring needs, serving as a talent advisor by sharing real-time market insights and guidance on strategy, compensation trends, and candidate availability.
- Sourced candidates for active requisitions and built long-term talent pipelines using ATS, LinkedIn Recruiter, and Indeed, leveraging Boolean search techniques and market mapping; generated 80% of placements through direct sourcing efforts.
- Acted as a strategic talent advisor to hiring managers, delivering regular pipeline updates, competitive market intelligence, and data-driven recommendations to refine recruiting strategies.
- Developed job descriptions and managed job postings across platforms including LinkedIn, Indeed, ZipRecruiter, and internal ATS to attract qualified candidates.
- Conducted initial phone screens and virtual interviews with sourced candidates and applicants to evaluate experience, technical skills, behavioral competencies, and career alignment.
- Developed detailed candidate submittals highlighting skills, experience, and fit, resulting in strong interview-to-offer ratios.
- Negotiated employment offers and supported onboarding, maintaining strong candidate relationships post-placement to facilitate successful transitions.
Brand Ambassador
Aras Promotions
08.2017 - 01.2023
- Represented national brands at on-premise and off-premise promotional events, delivering engaging product education and driving positive consumer experiences.
- Built strong community connections through face-to-face engagement, increasing brand awareness and product visibility.
- Collected and documented consumer insights and product feedback in post-event recap reports to inform brand strategy.
- Ensured brand integrity and compliance standards as a public-facing ambassador for agency and clients, fostering trust and credibility.
Merchandiser & Sales Associate
Badger Liquor Co., Inc.
07.2020 - 08.2021
- Created and optimized visually appealing product displays to enhance customer engagement and differentiate from competitors.
- Collaborated with sales representatives, store managers, and internal teams to evaluate inventory levels and align promotions with customer demand.
- Maintained fully stocked shelves and organized backrooms to ensure a consistently clean and inviting shopping environment.
Recruiter
Strategic Resources, Inc.
10.2019 - 04.2020
- Conducted high-volume candidate interviews (phone and in-person) to evaluate fit for assigned requisitions, enhancing candidate selection process.
- Presented opportunities to candidates, submitted qualified talent to open requisitions, and supported interview preparation and debriefs.
- Coordinated offer processes, streamlined onboarding, and provided ongoing contractor support throughout assignments to ensure smooth transitions.
- Maintained strong relationships with candidates during assignments to ensure engagement and optimal performance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Grafton High School
Grafton, WISkills
- Full-Cycle Recruiting
- Candidate Screening & Interviewing
- Offer Negotiation, Closing, and Onboarding
- Strategic Sourcing & Market Mapping
- ATS & Recruiting Technology
- LinkedIn Recruiter
- LinkedIn Talent Insights
- Indeed
- CareerBuilder
- Interview preparation
- Stakeholder partnership
- Relationship Building
- Effective Communication
- Brand Representation
Technology And Tools
Bullhorn, LinkedIn Recruiter, LinkedIn Hiring Assistant, LinkedIn Talent Insights, Indeed, Metaview, LinkedIn, Indeed, ZipRecruiter, Monster, CareerBuilder, Bilflo, SkillCheck, Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel)
Timeline
Recruiter
Extension, Inc.
08.2021 - 01.2026
Merchandiser & Sales Associate
Badger Liquor Co., Inc.
07.2020 - 08.2021
Recruiter
Strategic Resources, Inc.
10.2019 - 04.2020
Brand Ambassador
Aras Promotions
08.2017 - 01.2023
High School Diploma -
Grafton High School