Leilah Graciela Meek
Dallas,Texas
Summary
Experienced and dynamic recruiter recognized for a collaborative and results-driven approach. Proven track record in leading teams and fostering strong partnerships with stakeholders, clients, and candidates. Fluent in Spanish and English.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Recruiter
Advanced Micro Devices (AMD)
04.2022 - Current
- Recognized as one of the top 5 recruiters for achieving the highest diversity hiring rates in 2023 among all AMD recruiters.
- Effectively oversee recruitment cycle handling high-volume sourcing, shortlisting, screening, negotiation, and offer management for candidates across three distinct business units.
- Collaborate and cultivate strong relationships with over 60 hiring manager to ensure the delivery of high-quality candidates tailored to heir specific needs.
- Provide exceptional candidate experience by demonstrating genuine interest and personalized attention resulting in high rate of offer acceptance.
- Self-taught the use of Power BI to maintain accurate records of my requisitions and business units hiring records.
- Utilize a diverse range of sourcing and recruitment channels, including Handshake, Yello, and LinkedIn.
Americas Team Lead/Recruitment Manager
Quacquarelli Symonds
01.2019 - 04.2022
- Promoted from Senior Counselor to Team Lead for the US and Latin American regions after a year and a half, with responsibility for supervising a team of four staff members across these territories.
- Designed and implemented a collaborative process with sales, customer success, and recruitment managers to provide a personalized service to clients, with a focus on achieving target rates across global events.
- Successfully managed fast-paced global physical and virtual events involving hundreds of universities and engaging students while also moderating live panels.
- Efficiently ensure resource allocation by devising and overseeing scheduling for the team workloads across 122 global events.
- Nurtured partnerships within a diverse portfolio of over 100 universities worldwide.
Clinical Research Coordinator
The University of Texas Southwestern Medical School
10.2017 - 01.2019
- Lead intake coordinator and recruiter for Spanish-speaking participants for the investigations.
- Effectively oversaw and maintained a caseload of over 100 participants from diverse age groups and cultures for two 10-year investigations.
- Accurately collected and recorded data from study participants ensuring compliance with the investigation protocols.
- Translated he investigation consent package for adult and minor participants from English to Spanish ensuring alignment with Institutional Review Board regulations and obtaining IRB approval.
S.M.A.R.T Trainer
Center for BrainHealth at the University of Texas at Dallas
03.2010 - 10.2016
- Promoted to Strategic Memory Advanced Reasoning Tactics trainer from Spanish interpreter.
- Implemented the program aimed at promoting deeper-level thinking among teachers and students during summer intensive trainings and in classrooms.
- Contributed to the development of the training program manual by integrating content focused on improving cognitive skills.
- Successfully led recruitment meetings and strategies for Spanish-speaking families by building trust and encouraging participation in the program.
Finance Assistant
Glencore
03.2006 - 12.2008
- Verified invoices for proper coding and approval.
- Processed vendor invoices timely and maintained accurate records.
- Reconciled vendor statements and resolved discrepancies.
- Conducted weekly bank reconciliations for twelve accounts across various currencies.
Education
Master of Science - Human Development and Childhood Disorders
University of Texas At Dallas
Richardson, TX05.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science and International Studies
The University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS01.2005
Websites
Timeline
Technical Recruiter
Advanced Micro Devices (AMD)
04.2022 - Current
Americas Team Lead/Recruitment Manager
Quacquarelli Symonds
01.2019 - 04.2022
Clinical Research Coordinator
The University of Texas Southwestern Medical School
10.2017 - 01.2019
S.M.A.R.T Trainer
Center for BrainHealth at the University of Texas at Dallas
03.2010 - 10.2016
Finance Assistant
Glencore
03.2006 - 12.2008
Master of Science - Human Development and Childhood Disorders
University of Texas At Dallas
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science and International Studies
The University of Kansas
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