Kenda Lefler, PHR
Science Hill,KY
Summary
Talent acquisition specialist with proven success in global recruitment and stakeholder collaboration. Achieved significant reductions in time-to-fill rates through strategic sourcing and effective communication with hiring managers. Focused on enhancing operational efficiency and developing talent pipelines aligned with diverse business needs.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Business Development Specialist
Stockton Mortgage
Frankfort, KY
04.2025 - Current
- Conducted full-cycle recruitment for diverse roles, enhancing departmental talent acquisition.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to define job requirements and candidate profiles.
- Developed targeted recruitment strategies, ensuring timely staffing for critical requisitions.
- Implemented innovative sourcing strategies, increasing candidate pool quality in competitive markets.
- Facilitated interviews and assessments to evaluate candidate skills and fit.
- Sourced and screened potential candidates for open positions.
- Provided ongoing support throughout the entire recruitment life cycle processes.
Talent Acquisition Specialist/Lead Recruiter
Citibank, NA
07.2009 - 01.2025
- Managed full life cycle recruiting process for multiple roles simultaneously while maintaining high-quality standards in candidate assessment and with hiring managers to determine job requirements and understand departmental needs.
- Recruited for various positions across multiple lines of business and interviewed, screened, and presented qualified candidates to hiring managers and solicited feedback to refine recruiting strategy.
- Guided hiring managers through recruitment process from candidate presentation to offer acceptance, ensuring alignment with departmental needs.
- Implemented recruitment strategies and collaborated with hiring managers, reducing time-to-fill for open positions.
- Developed strong talent pipelines by utilizing various sourcing techniques, including social media, job boards, and networking events.
- Developed and maintained strong working relationships with executives, HR team, and hiring managers to foster partnerships that produced consistent results.
- Updated senior leadership on talent acquisition performance metrics, fostering data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement.
- Provided regular updates to hiring managers and HR staff on recruitment activities and progress.
VP Talent Acquisition Manager - Citicards
Citibank, NA
Louisville, KY
02.2006 - 07.2009
- Led cross-functional teams for the successful completion of major projects, resulting in increased efficiency and client satisfaction.
- Motivated employees and built competent teams through effective leadership.
- Cultivated relationships with key stakeholders, enhancing collaboration and fostering long-term success.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long-term goals.
- Negotiated high-value contracts that maximized profitability while mitigating risks for the organization.
- Identified opportunities to enhance business process flows.
- Championed talent development programs, promoting employee engagement and retention while enhancing overall workforce capabilities.
Education
Masters of Business Administration -
Lindenwood University
Saint Charles, MOBachelor of Business Administration -
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KYSkills
- Lead generation strategies
- Client relationship management
- Strategic partnership development
- Digital marketing tactics
- Market analysis
- Networking initiatives
- Recruitment planning
- Candidate pipeline management
- Workday ATS
- Taleo ATS
- Worker Data ATS
- Persuasive sales techniques
Certification
- Professional Human Resources (PHR)
- Using Design Thinking in HR, eCornell, Ithaca, NY
- Essentials of HR Analytics, eCornell, Ithaca, NY
Timeline
Sr. Business Development Specialist
Stockton Mortgage
04.2025 - Current
Talent Acquisition Specialist/Lead Recruiter
Citibank, NA
07.2009 - 01.2025
VP Talent Acquisition Manager - Citicards
Citibank, NA
02.2006 - 07.2009
Masters of Business Administration -
Lindenwood University
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Eastern Kentucky University