Talent Acquisition Sourcing Specialist

Sian (Shawn) D. Vrana

Mobile: 817-***-**** Email: *********@*****.*** LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sianvrana/ Professional Summary

Dynamic Talent Acquisition and Sourcing Specialist with over 18 years of expertise in full-cycle recruiting and sourcing. Proven ability to leverage advanced ATS and recruitment software to enhance sourcing strategies across diverse sectors, including Fortune 500 companies. Renowned for building and maintaining strong relationships with candidates, ensuring they are well-prepared for interviews and engaged throughout the hiring process. Recognized for innovative approaches to high-volume hiring and a commitment to delivering exceptional candidate experiences. Core Competencies

• Full-Cycle Recruiting

• Talent Sourcing and Pipeline Development

• Team Leadership and Development

• Strategic Recruitment Execution

• High-turnover and Complex Recruitment

• ATS Proficiency (Workday, Beamery, Taleo, Oracle)

• Compliance Management

• Candidate Coaching and Interview Preparation

• Client and Stakeholder Engagement

• Banking Operations and Management

Professional Experience

Wells Fargo (displaced during companywide layoffs) Senior AVP, Talent Sourcing Specialist

April 2022 – February 2024

• Spearheaded recruitment/sourcing across diverse functions, including CIB, Retail Banking, Compliance, Accounting, HR, and Treasury Services, working with hiring managers to enhance talent acquisition processes for strategic business units.

• Cultivated and maintained relationships with senior-level passive candidates, fostering a strong talent pipeline for future hiring needs.

• Developed impactful branding strategies to enhance Wells Fargo's reputation as an employer of choice, significantly boosting candidate engagement.

• Actively represented the bank at industry networking events, increasing visibility and attracting top talent.

• Collaborated closely with recruiters to optimize referral programs and support diversity initiatives, enhancing the overall candidate experience.

• Participated in other events as requested.

PennyMac (Remote) through KForce (left for opportunity at Wells Fargo) Senior Recruiter – Contract Role

November 2021 – April 2022

• Directed recruitment for managerial roles in Mortgage Fulfillment across multiple states, achieving hiring targets ahead of schedule.

• Utilized ICIMS and various platforms to streamline candidate sourcing and ensure a robust screening process.

• Maintained compliance with federal and state regulations, reinforcing a transparent and ethical recruitment approach.

PricewaterhouseCoopers, Contract through TalentWave/Synergy (left for opportunity at Wells Fargo) Talent ID Recruiter – Contract Role

July 2021 – April 2022

• Led recruitment efforts for complex accounting roles to include Audit, ESS, Tax, and Financial while maintaining a continuous pipeline of qualified candidates, steadily submitting 5-10 candidates weekly.

• Promoted PwC as an employer of choice through strategic outreach and relationship-building efforts. Randstad Sourceright (Contract ended)

Talent Delivery Manager

March 2021 – June 2021

• Managed a portfolio of client accounts, driving staffing requirements and maintaining exemplary client relations.

• Oversaw a team of 12 recruiters, focusing on quality placements and professional development. Certainty Home Loans (Position ended upon merger with Guaranteed Rate) Regional Talent Acquisition Manager

January 2020 – March 2021

• Designed and executed innovative recruitment strategies to attract top-tier talent, significantly reducing time-to- fill metrics.

• Partnered with leadership to identify and address talent needs, aligning recruitment strategies with business objectives.

InterLinc Mortgage (Opportunity with Certainty)

Regional Recruiter

June 2019 – December 2019

• Developed a talent pool for mortgage loan sales positions, enhancing recruitment efficiency across multiple states. Gateway Mortgage Group (Recruited by InterLinc)

Regional Sales Recruiter

January 2017 – June 2019

• Recruited for mortgage loan sales positions, handling the full-cycle recruitment process.

• Built strong relationships with branch and regional managers and corporate leadership to understand and meet current and future hiring needs.

• Recognized as a top performer and attended annual production trips Volt Workforce Solutions (Recruited by Gateway)

Senior Recruiter/Professional Search Recruiter

June 2015 – January 2017

• Specialized in sourcing candidates for direct-hire and contract positions, strengthening relationships with hiring managers for improved hiring outcomes.

• Responsible for job posting creation, update, and monitoring.

• Developed relationships with hiring managers and maintained regular communication Adecco (Laid off due to company changes)

Branch Manager, General Staffing & Financial Recruiting January 2012 – April 2015

• Achieved top performance ratings as a Selling Branch Manager/Recruiter in the Dallas/Ft. Worth market.

• Managed a team of 12+ recruiters, oversaw branch operations, and implemented successful staffing strategies.

• Enhanced client relationships and drove branch growth and high customer satisfaction. Education

Associate’s Degree in Banking & Finance

Tarrant County College

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