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Laura Garbarino

Worcester,MA

Summary

Passionate Executive Recruitment Strategist and Talent Acquisition Leader with over 15 years of experience. Expert in developing and executing innovative recruitment strategies, fostering relationships with key stakeholders, and delivering exceptional candidate experiences. Skilled at aligning talent acquisition with organizational goals and promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Recruitment Strategist

Boston Scientific
04.2019 - Current
  • Collaborate with senior executives and HR Leaders to understand critical executive level talent gaps and business objectives
  • Implement sourcing and recruiting strategies to attract diverse executive-level talent
  • Provide strategic advice based on industry trends and business needs
  • Maintain a robust network of executive talent
  • Enhance recruitment processes and candidate experience.

Principal Talent Acquisition Partner

Boston Scientific
04.2019 - 03.2024
  • Managed full life cycle recruitment for finance, legal, and corporate strategy functions
  • Partnered with hiring managers to anticipate and address recruitment needs
  • Coordinated candidate selection processes and coached hiring managers
  • Built and implemented effective organizational recruiting strategies
  • Fostered relationships with potential candidates for immediate and future needs
  • Conducted interviews and negotiated job offers.

Managing Director (Permanent & Temporary Staffing)

Kforce Inc
08.2008 - 04.2019
  • Led a 25-member team in the Finance & Accounting division
  • Responsible for recruitment, training, and career development.

Field Director (Permanent & Temporary Staffing)

Kforce Inc
11.2015 - 04.2016
  • Managed finance and accounting direct hire operations for the Westborough office.

Talent Director/Market Manager (Permanent Placement)

Kforce Inc
08.2013 - 11.2015
  • Led a team of recruiters and managed individual recruiting and business development.

Talent Manager (Permanent Placement)

Kforce Inc
08.2008 - 08.2013
  • Sourced and recruited finance and accounting professionals
  • Conducted interviews and provided job search guidance
  • Built strategic partnerships with hiring managers and HR.

Operations Manager

JCPenney
01.2004 - 01.2008
  • Completed a nine-month management training program
  • Managed HR, logistics, pricing, and marketing teams
  • Handled interviewing, onboarding, and training of new hires
  • Improved associate engagement scores from 82% to 98%
  • Successfully implemented credit initiatives and marketing strategies
  • Consistently exceeded sales and profit goals, earning the Chairman’s award.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Communications

Assumption College
Worcester, MA
05-2004

Skills

  • Strategic Recruitment
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Talent Pipeline Management
  • Market Research and Analysis
  • Candidate Sourcing and Assessment
  • Recruiting

Timeline

Executive Recruitment Strategist

Boston Scientific
04.2019 - Current

Principal Talent Acquisition Partner

Boston Scientific
04.2019 - 03.2024

Field Director (Permanent & Temporary Staffing)

Kforce Inc
11.2015 - 04.2016

Talent Director/Market Manager (Permanent Placement)

Kforce Inc
08.2013 - 11.2015

Managing Director (Permanent & Temporary Staffing)

Kforce Inc
08.2008 - 04.2019

Talent Manager (Permanent Placement)

Kforce Inc
08.2008 - 08.2013

Operations Manager

JCPenney
01.2004 - 01.2008

Bachelor of Arts - Business Communications

Assumption College
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