Sue McLaughlin
Summary
Experienced Senior Recruiter with a strong background in full-cycle global recruiting in high tech. Skilled in partnering with hiring managers, developing strategic hiring plans, and fostering positive candidate experiences.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr Staff Recruiter
OBSIDIAN SECURITY
02.2025 - Current
- Full cycle global recruitment predominately in Sales.
- Partnered with hiring managers to develop a recruiting strategy.
- Collaborated with hiring team to clarify position requirements and focus area for interviews to ensure efficiency.
- Improved candidate experience through timely communication and transparent hiring practices.
- High volume recruitment as company transitioned from Series C to Series D.
- Conducted prebriefs and debriefs.
- Enhanced candidate pool by implementing sourcing techniques.
- Consistently exceeded monthly recruiting targets.
- Analyzed recruitment metrics.
Global Principal Sales Recruiter
GIGAMON
02.2014 - 02.2025
- Lead full-cycle global recruiting across USA, Mexico, South America, EMEA, and APJ regions, ensuring a seamless and positive candidate experience from initial contact through onboarding.
- Partner with hiring managers to understand team needs, develop strategic hiring plans, and execute recruitment strategies.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with candidates and internal stakeholders to foster collaboration and ensure alignment with business objectives.
- Lead complex offer negotiations in a competitive talent landscape
- Conduct pre-brief and debrief sessions to ensure alignment throughout the interview process.
- Coach hiring managers and interview teams on best practices, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), and interview techniques.
- Manage recruiting metrics to track performance, ensure timely hiring, and optimize recruitment strategies.
- Serve as an ambassador for the company's culture and mission
Recruiter / Sourcer
JIVE SOFTWARE
05.2012 - 02.2014
- Managed full-cycle recruitment for Sales, Marketing, and Technical Operations, sourcing candidates, conducting interviews, and extending offers.
- Worked closely with hiring managers to understand business needs and attract top talent.
- Developed and oversaw the University/Intern program, providing valuable opportunities for early career talent.
Senior Human Resources Generalist
ELECTRONICS FOR IMAGING
01.1997 - 01.2001
- Partnered with Sales/Marketing, Engineering, and Finance teams to provide comprehensive HR services, including recruiting, employee relations, performance management, team building, succession planning, and cultural initiatives.
- Conducted exit interviews and managed expatriate assignments.
- Assisted with acquisitions, ensuring smooth transitions for employees and teams.
- Led college recruitment initiatives and built employee engagement programs, including weekly Friday lunches.
- Contributed to the successful implementation of Peoplesoft HRIS.
Recruiter
WEBTV (Acquired by Microsoft)
01.1996 - 01.1997
- Managed high-volume recruitment efforts for various roles, from sourcing through interviewing and offer negotiation.
- Handled extensive employee relations issues, providing guidance and support to staff and leadership.
- Facilitated employee focus groups to gather feedback and drive improvements in organizational culture.
Human Resources Associate
POWERSOFT CORPORATION (Acquired by Sybase)
01.1992 - 01.1996
- Created the company's first employee handbook, establishing clear policies and procedures.
- Managed new employee orientation and onboarding processes, ensuring a smooth transition into the company.
- Administered employee benefits programs and oversaw external recruiting agencies and vendor agreements.
- Conducted phone screenings, background checks, and managed the Employee Referral Program.
- Planned and coordinated internal company events to enhance employee engagement.
Education
Bachelors - Business Administration
Northeastern University
Skills
- Greenhouse
- Jobvite
- LinkedIn Recruiter
- Eightfold
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Microsoft Office
- Slack
- Offer Negotiation
- Project Management
President's Club 2024
I was given the MVP Employee Excellence award at our Sales Kickoff in 2024 and as a result was invited to Presidents Club in South Africa.
Timeline
Sr Staff Recruiter
OBSIDIAN SECURITY
02.2025 - Current
Global Principal Sales Recruiter
GIGAMON
02.2014 - 02.2025
Recruiter / Sourcer
JIVE SOFTWARE
05.2012 - 02.2014
Senior Human Resources Generalist
ELECTRONICS FOR IMAGING
01.1997 - 01.2001
Recruiter
WEBTV (Acquired by Microsoft)
01.1996 - 01.1997
Human Resources Associate
POWERSOFT CORPORATION (Acquired by Sybase)
01.1992 - 01.1996
Bachelors - Business Administration
Northeastern University
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