9+ years of expertise in Talent Strategy & Transformation, Talent Development, and Talent Management. Proven track record as a Senior Talent Acquisition Business Partner, consistently delivering innovative initiatives to enhance recruitment processes and drive organizational success, while keeping Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion top-of-mind. Recognized for exceptional results being honored with Accenture's prestigious 'Make an Impact - Becoming Industry Best' award, a distinction bestowed upon only three employees nationwide each year.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior TA Business Partner & Senior Technical Recruiting Team Lead
Salesforce
11.2020 - 03.2023
Implemented a highly effective and innovative large-scale sourcing and recruitment talent strategy program, reducing businesses time-to-fill by 75%
Successfully presented comprehensive sourcing and recruitment talent strategy to a diverse audience of 53+ Senior Managers, Senior Directors, and VPs, showcasing value and impact of initiative
Actively managed and led partnership between business leaders and recruiters throughout the implementation process of the large-scale sourcing and recruitment talent strategy initiative, ensuring seamless collaboration and alignment
Acted as a Strategic Talent Acquisition Business Partner for global leaders, providing invaluable support in designing long-term talent pipelines and developing strategies for current and future role requirements
Skillfully led and managed a team of Technical Recruiters, expertly distributing demand among team members and leveraging their individual strengths to achieve optimal results
Developed and executed targeted recruiting strategies to efficiently fill open requisitions while minimizing cost per hire, contributing to overall cost savings for the organization
Collaborated closely with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion teams to identify opportunities for enhancing diversity in applicant pools and attracting candidates from nontraditional backgrounds, fostering an inclusive and equitable hiring process
Ensured a consistently positive candidate experience at every stage, from application to interviews, offers, and ongoing communication, reflecting the organization's commitment to exceptional candidate care
Built and nurtured a network of potential future hires, utilizing past applicants and referred candidates to establish a strong talent pipeline for future hiring needs
Monitored and analyzed key recruitment metrics, such as source of hires and candidates' time-to-hire, providing valuable insights to continuously improve recruitment strategies
Prepared and delivered regular reports on pipeline metrics, including pipeline speed and applicant demographics, enabling data-driven decision-making at both tactical and strategic levels
Aligned Talent Acquisition objectives and projects with broader organizational objectives, ensuring seamless integration and maximum impact
Conducted data analysis, identified trends, and leveraged insights to develop targeted initiatives and talent acquisition programs, driving continuous improvement and innovation
Developed and communicated strategic Talent Acquisition visions to leaders, influencing organizational change and fostering a forward-thinking recruitment culture
Tracked recruiters' weekly activities, providing timely updates to business leaders to aid in forecasting recruiting needs and planning future talent acquisition efforts
Maintained comprehensive reporting of metrics and generated data for all sourcing and recruitment activities, facilitating informed decision-making and providing visibility into team performance
Led recruiting efforts for Government and Public Services roles within the organization, applying specialized knowledge and expertise in this sector
Conducted weekly team meetings to drive discussions around improving diversity efforts, fostering an inclusive and representative workforce both in candidate pools and among interviewers
Collaborated with executive stakeholders to brainstorm and implement innovative go-to-market sourcing and recruitment strategies, ensuring a competitive edge in attracting top talent
Led weekly team meetings to review and analyze performance metrics on a regular basis, ensuring transparency and enabling collective problem-solving
Mentored and inspired team members to consistently engage in active candidate sourcing from various channels, including online databases, contact lists, internal databases, and employee referrals.
Senior Technical Recruiting Team Lead
Accenture
04.2017 - 11.2020
Successfully restructured the full-life cycle Recruiting process for the business's largest client in Canada, streamlining operations and enhancing efficiency
Redesigned and optimized the applicant tracking system, significantly improving recruiters' time-to-fill and ensuring accurate tracking of essential metrics
Demonstrated exceptional sales skills by effectively promoting the organization's recruiting solutions across multiple areas of the business
Proactively reached out to Hiring Managers through cold-calling, effectively marketing the organization's recruiting solutions and fostering internal partnerships
Facilitated virtual presentations for Hiring Managers, effectively showcasing the benefits and value of the organization's recruiting solution(s)
Implemented strategic measures to reduce Hiring Managers' time-to-fill by accurately forecasting candidacy demands and establishing structured pipelines for recurring roles
Provided Hiring Managers with realistic expectations regarding time-to-fill and salary expectations for candidates in the market, facilitating effective decision-making
Actively managed and executed end-to-end recruitment for the organization's recruiting demand in Canada, ensuring timely and successful placements
Demonstrated exceptional leadership by leading, managing, and mentoring a small team of recruiters dedicated to one of the organization's largest clients
Provided regular and timely updates to Hiring Managers, keeping them informed about all candidates being considered for their role(s)
Collaborated with Hiring Managers to schedule candidates' on-site interviews at the client site, ensuring a seamless and efficient interview process
Supported fellow recruiters in meeting their demand and quarterly goals, fostering teamwork and contributing to the overall success of the team
Played a crucial role in training new recruiters, imparting knowledge and expertise on the team's recruiting processes, setting them up for success.
Senior Technical Recruiter & Campus Recruiter
Sogeti USA LLC, CapGemini
01.2016 - 03.2017
Technical Positions: .NET Developers/Architects, Mobile Developers/Architects, SharePoint Developers/Architects/Administrators, Java Developers/Architects, Ruby on Rails Developers, UX Designers, UI Designers, Art Directors, DevOps Developers, Cloud Consultants, Business Analysts, QA and Testing
Achievements: Received a LinkedIn Recruiter Certification
Played a key role as one of two full life-cycle recruiters supporting all hiring efforts for Sogeti's Chicago unit, ensuring the successful acquisition of top talent
Independently managed the recruitment process for Sogeti's Detroit office, effectively meeting hiring goals and contributing to the growth and success of the location
Owned the end-to-end recruitment process, proactively sourcing and attracting candidates from various channels, including LinkedIn, CareerBuilder, Monster, and Indeed, to fulfill hiring managers' monthly, quarterly, and yearly needs
Leveraged passive candidate sourcing strategies, utilizing both online platforms and cold calling techniques to engage with and attract high-quality talent to Sogeti
Conducted comprehensive phone screens, in-person interviews, reference checks, and candidate review meetings with hiring managers and interviewers, ensuring a thorough evaluation process and a seamless candidate experience
Authored and posted detailed job descriptions on Sogeti's company website and job boards, effectively communicating the requirements and expectations for open positions
Efficiently organized and scheduled candidates' phone interviews with senior managers and hiring managers, coordinating multiple stakeholders' availability and ensuring a smooth interview process
Facilitated and led onsite visits for candidates participating in final round interviews, providing a glimpse into the company culture and showcasing the opportunities available at Sogeti
Developed template emails for all U.S
Sogeti recruiters to use when sending updates to candidates at every stage of the interview process, ensuring consistent and timely communication
Conducted intake discussions with hiring managers to gain a comprehensive understanding of their monthly, quarterly, and yearly needs and goals, aligning recruitment efforts with organizational objectives
Maintained and updated candidate information in Sogeti's ATS, iRecruitment, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records for effective tracking and reporting
Presented in front of classes, effectively promoting the benefits and opportunities of joining Sogeti, strategically attracting top talent from educational institutions
Represented Sogeti at college career fairs in the Chicago area, exhibiting the organization as an employer of choice and engaging with qualified candidates
Conducted interviews with students at college career fairs, evaluating their suitability for positions at Sogeti and identifying potential matches for the organization
Cultivated and nurtured relationships with Career Counselors of colleges and universities in the Chicagoland area, establishing effective partnerships and enhancing Sogeti's presence in the academic community
Scheduled graduate candidates for onsite interviews with various hiring managers, ensuring efficient coordination and providing candidates with a seamless interview experience.
Associate Recruiter & Sourcer
Accenture
11.2014 - 12.2015
Technology Architects, Business & Technology Integrationists, E-Commerce Architects, M-Commerce Architects, Performance Architects, Performance Engineers, Solution Architects, Functional Testers, Digital DevOps Managers, Marketing Managers, and Mobility & Analytics Managers
Led the end-to-end recruitment process, ensuring the successful acquisition of top talent within client-specified deadlines, utilizing a proactive and strategic approach
Conducted candidate screenings, coordinated interviews with hiring managers, skillfully negotiated salaries, organized candidates' start dates, and facilitated seamless onboarding processes, ensuring a smooth candidate experience
Maintained and updated Accenture's ATS, Taleo, meticulously managing candidate profiles, resumes, recruitment processes, positions, and statuses in alignment with specific service line requirements
Collaborated closely with hiring managers to gain deep understanding of hiring requirements and developed targeted sourcing strategies to meet short-term and long-term goals
Skillfully drafted job descriptions and effectively managed job postings, showcasing compelling and accurate representations of open positions to attract qualified candidates
Proactively managed a robust pipeline of candidates, providing timely reports and updates to hiring managers, enabling informed decision-making and ensured effective talent acquisition
Efficiently managed administrative processes, including background checks, interview scheduling, and reference checks, maintaining seamless operations and timely progress
Excelled in the role of designated Sourcer, supporting a team of 23+ professionals, utilizing expertise in employee referral programs, social media sourcing, job boards, alumni networks, and agency relationships
Developed metrics and analytics to provide valuable insights for recruitment organization decisions, influencing recruiter behavior and driving productivity
Employed advanced sourcing techniques, utilizing platforms such as Taleo, LinkedIn, Indeed, CareerBuilder, Monster, and Avature, effectively identifying and engaging with top candidates to meet targeted goals
Conducted intake calls with recruiters and hiring managers, fostering clear understanding of candidate requirements and preferences, enabling targeted and efficient candidate sourcing efforts
Maintained a strong focus on data integrity, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with federal regulations, ensuring a streamlined and compliant recruitment process while reaching out to candidates.
Education
B.S - Business Management, Public Relations & Advertising
Carthage College
Kenosha, WI
Timeline
Senior TA Business Partner & Senior Technical Recruiting Team Lead
Salesforce
11.2020 - 03.2023
Senior Technical Recruiting Team Lead
Accenture
04.2017 - 11.2020
Senior Technical Recruiter & Campus Recruiter
Sogeti USA LLC, CapGemini
01.2016 - 03.2017
Associate Recruiter & Sourcer
Accenture
11.2014 - 12.2015
B.S - Business Management, Public Relations & Advertising
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