Talent Acquisition Hr Manager

ROBYN C. YOUNG

Arlington Heights, IL ***** 847-***-**** *****.********@*****.***

EXECUTIVE RECRUITER SALES ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE OFFICE MANAGEMENT

Highly motivated and strategic talent acquisition professional with a proven track record of identifying and attracting top talent across a variety of industries. Expert in full-cycle recruitment, from sourcing and screening to offer negotiation and onboarding. Expertise in building strong relationships with hiring managers and candidates, ensuring a positive and efficient hiring experience.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

EXECUTIVE REFERRAL SERVICES (ERS) – Chicago & Schaumburg, IL 2004 - Present

Founded in 1990, a retained executive recruitment firm specializing in hospitality, restaurant, B2B, finance, retail, grocery, cruise line, senior living communities, timeshare companies, and country club industries. ERS recruits mid-to senior level executives.

Sr. Talent Acquisition Manager 2011 - Present

20 years of full life cycle recruiting experience as a top performer, with comprehensive knowledge of industry roles and the clients we serve. Report to President to manage all phases of the firm’s executive searches including business development, search strategy development, candidate identification, qualification, assessment & presentation, reference verification, placement negotiation and overall client relationship management. Collaborate closely with individual clients to develop strategies for successful recruitment of the “right” candidates. Participate in industry events and establish & maintain strong relationships with candidates and clients. Continuous networking with new and established candidates to build “bench” for future search assignments.

Key Accomplishments:

Providing quality-focused recruitment strategies to source and attract top talent and provide personalized guidance and support to candidates throughout the hiring process.

Manage multiple search assignments while generating new business partners simultaneously.

Consistently receive search assignments through referrals of my happily placed candidates as well as through former clients who have moved onto other companies.

Keen ability to source passive candidates through cold calling, data mining, advance search strings and utilizing social networks (i.e., LinkedIn connections exceed 25,000)

Maintain a stellar reputation as a well-respected and trusted Corporate Recruiter who takes immense pride in representing companies with the highest degree of professionalism and in ensuring a positive experience throughout the full cycle recruitment process for candidates.

Developed a system to track career development of existing confidential candidate profiles for future searches; enabling me to build an extensive pipeline of external candidates.

Supervise, train and mentor a staff of up to three recruitment specialists and administrative associates.

Sr. Executive Recruiter /Corporate Recruiter 2004 - 2010

Initially hired as an Executive Administrative Assistant. After three months of employment, promoted to a Recruitment Specialist. During this period, given increased responsibilities, requiring minimal supervision, and received promotions based upon dedication and performance.

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS / COMPUTER SKILLS

Currently preparing to sit for the PHR examination in August 2024.

Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel / Access database management and all social media platforms

Attended Oakton Community College, Des Plaines, IL (general coursework towards a future degree in Business Administration).

Various Dale Carnegie courses and LinkedIn learning certifications for continued growth and to remain current on recruitment practices as well as on all diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

NAPW - National Association of Professional Women

HFTP - Hospitality Financial & Technology Professionals

FSPN - Food Services Professional Network

IRA - Illinois Restaurant Association

WIHL - Women in Hotel Lodging

IHLAEF - Illinois Chapter (Illinois Hotel & Lodging Association Educational Foundation)

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