Kim H. Bijou
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Strategic Talent Acquisition professional with over 20 years of experience delivering impactful hiring solutions across biotech, life sciences, high tech, agency and global corporate environments. I specialize in building inclusive, high-performing teams that reflect organizational vision, values, and growth goals. Work has spanned complex recruiting landscapes, where I partner with senior leaders to design talent strategies that scale with the business. I'm known for blending data-driven insights coupled with a focus on a positive candidate experience, and for cultivating strong candidate experiences that leave lasting impressions.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Recruiter
Cielo/Amgen
10.2023 - Current
- Develop and execute innovative strategies to attract and engage top talent across multiple functions.
- Build and maintain a diverse, high-quality talent pipeline aligned to business needs.
- Lead DEI-focused recruitment initiatives to strengthen representation across candidate slates.
- Screen, assess, and recommend candidates based on experience, skills, and organizational fit.
- Partner with hiring managers and HRBPs to align recruitment strategies with workforce goals.
- Prepare candidates for interviews through detailed insights on culture, expectations, and role requirements.
- Extend offers in collaboration with HR and hiring teams, ensuring alignment with compensation guidelines.
- Serve as a career advisor to candidates, providing guidance on opportunities and development paths.
- Deliver regular hiring updates and insights to HR leadership.
- Stay current on recruiting trends and implement innovative sourcing practices.
Senior Talent Advisor
Cielo/ASML
07.2021 - 10.2023
- Managed full-cycle recruiting for complex engineering and semiconductor technical roles.
- Created sourcing strategies to reach niche and passive technical talent.
- Led offer and onboarding processes with a high close ratio while maintaining candidate advocacy.
- Advised hiring managers on talent market trends, interview models, compensation, and selection.
- Strengthened ASML’s employer brand through consistent, high-quality candidate engagement.
- Maintained talent pipelines and provided curated candidate profiles for informed decision-making.
- Collaborated within the recruiting team to meet aggressive hiring targets and service-level goals.
Senior Clinical Recruiter – Consultant
Advanced Clinical/NetOne Recruiter
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Sourced, screened, and placed clinical candidates for per diem roles across multiple specialties.
- Applied behavioral and clinical interviewing practices to ensure technical and cultural fit.
- Expanded sourcing channels, reactivated previous applicants, and produced referral pipelines.
- Supported college programs, internship initiatives, community outreach, and marketing efforts.
- Represented the organization at networking events to build candidate pipelines.
- Delivered exceptional client and candidate service while meeting hiring timelines and goals.
Senior Talent Acquisition Recruiter
FanDuel Group
03.2017 - 01.2021
- Implemented recruiting best practices that improved operational efficiency and candidate quality.
- Delivered an exceptional candidate experience through strong communication and preparation.
- Partnered closely with hiring managers on recruitment strategy, planning, and feedback loops.
- Coordinated timely feedback and next-step decisions to maintain hiring momentum.
- Leveraged metrics and data to guide strategy and ensure consistent performance reporting.
- Enhanced employer brand through active and engaging social media presence.
Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor
Cetera Financial Group
01.2015 - 03.2017
- Led, coached, and developed recruitment team members to achieve hiring and performance goals.
- Oversaw full-cycle recruitment, including job scoping, sourcing, interviewing, and offer negotiation.
- Built proactive and ongoing relationships with active and passive candidates.
- Articulated employer value proposition and served as the primary point of contact for prospective talent.
- Developed and maintained pipelines for succession planning and future hiring needs.
- Represented the organization at career fairs, conferences, and university events.
- Ensured compliance with all federal and state hiring regulations and HR best practices.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Education
University of Louisiana At Lafayette
Lafayette, Louisiana, LASkills
- GTM Recruiting & Strategic Talent Acquisition
- Recruitment Strategy & Pipeline Development
- Workforce Planning & Organizational Design
- Employer Branding & Social Media Campaigns
- Recruitment Metrics & Analytics
- High-Volume, Full-Lifecycle Recruiting
- DEI Hiring Strategies
- Video Interviewing & Assessment
- Background Check & Onboarding Implementation
- University & Early-Career Programs
- Vendor & Account Management
- SmartRecruiter
- Eightfold
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Workday
- Cornerstone
- Greenhouse
- UltiPro
- Taleo
- Résuméware
- Ceridian
- ICIMS
- BambooHR
- Optimum
Timeline
Senior Recruiter
Cielo/Amgen
10.2023 - Current
Senior Talent Advisor
Cielo/ASML
07.2021 - 10.2023
Senior Clinical Recruiter – Consultant
Advanced Clinical/NetOne Recruiter
01.2021 - 07.2021
Senior Talent Acquisition Recruiter
FanDuel Group
03.2017 - 01.2021
Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor
Cetera Financial Group
01.2015 - 03.2017
Some College (No Degree) - Education
University of Louisiana At Lafayette