Senior Recruiter with 12+ years of experience in the recruiting in

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KARI SKAVLAND

**** *. ****** ***** #*, Shorewood

*********@*****.*** / 414-***-****

SUMMARY

Experienced and dedicated recruiter with over 10 years of expertise in high-volume, fast-paced recruitment environments across a range of industries, including food & beverage, defense, and pharmaceuticals. Proven track record in sourcing, screening, and qualifying candidates, while maintaining strong relationships with clients and candidates. Highly skilled in developing and implementing strategic recruitment processes to attract top-tier talent. A proactive problem-solver with a focus on improving efficiency and ensuring a seamless hiring experience. Committed to staying current with industry trends and delivering exceptional customer service. SKILLS

Proficient in ATS/CRM Systems

Advanced Sourcing Expertise

Recruitment Platform Mastery

Strong Communication Skills

Multitasking & Project Management

Time Management

Candidate Screening & Interviewing

Onboarding & Client Relationship Management

Recruitment Metrics Tracking

Continuous Learning

EXPERIENCE

RPO- Senior Recruiter (Remote) / PrincetonOne Powered by Hueman People Solutions - Jacksonville, FL 05/2022 - 10/2024 As a Senior Recruiter at PrincetonOne, I was responsible for full-cycle recruitment, working closely with clients to understand their needs and sourcing top-tier candidates for various industries. My efforts focused on effective communication, ensuring seamless recruitment processes, and improving hiring strategies while adhering to best practices and legal guidelines.

Client Stakeholder Communication & Job Description Creation: Collaborated with clients to understand their hiring needs, company culture, and job requirements, while also creating clear and compelling job descriptions.

Candidate Sourcing & Shortlisting: Utilized various channels such as job boards, social media, and networking to attract diverse talent, reviewing resumes and applications to shortlist candidates based on qualifications and fit.

Initial Candidate Interviews & Assessment: Conducted phone and video interviews to assess candidates' skills, experience, and cultural fit, ensuring alignment with client expectations.

Interview Coordination & Communication: Managed the scheduling and communication of interviews between candidates and client hiring teams, ensuring a smooth and timely process.

Job Offer Negotiation & Presentation: Assisted in the negotiation and presentation of job offers to selected candidates, aligning terms with both client and candidate expectations.

Onboarding Process Facilitation: Supported the onboarding process for new hires, ensuring a seamless transition into client organizations and a positive experience.

Recruitment Metrics Tracking & Reporting: Monitored recruitment progress and tracked key metrics, providing clients with regular updates and reports on the status of open positions and overall performance.

Industry Trends & Market Research: Stayed informed about industry trends, talent availability, and competitive salary benchmarks, advising clients on market conditions to enhance recruitment strategies.

Compliance with Employment Laws & Best Practices: Ensured all recruitment processes adhered to relevant employment laws and best practices, promoting fairness, equity, and legal compliance throughout the hiring process.

Client and Candidate Feedback & Relationship Management: Collected feedback from both clients and candidates to refine recruitment processes and maintain long-term relationships, ensuring future hiring success and client satisfaction. RPO – Staff Recruiter (Remote) / ManpowerGroup Solutions - Milwaukee, WI 11/2012 - 04/2022

Candidate Sourcing & Networking: Spearheaded sourcing and qualifying candidates for various industries, building a diverse talent pool to meet client demands.

Recruitment Strategy Execution: Executed recruitment strategies, including phone screenings and candidate assessments, ensuring alignment with client leadership principles.

Innovative Recruitment Processes: Developed and implemented innovative recruitment processes to contribute to the long- term growth of the organization.

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Client Recruitment Management: Managed recruitment for 20+ clients, improving efficiency and candidate quality through proactive engagement.

Talent Engagement & Retention: Focused on building strong relationships with candidates to enhance engagement, retention, and client satisfaction throughout the hiring process.

Client Portfolio Management: Managed recruitment for notable clients including Comcast, Assurant, Seagate, Amazon, Coca-Cola Bottling Company, Fairbanks Morse Defense, Regal Rexnord, BlueLinx, and Novartis Pharmaceutical, ensuring tailored solutions to meet their staffing needs.

Executive Administrative Assistant, Marketing Dept / Northwestern Mutual - Greater Milwaukee Area 03/2004 - 11/2012

Travel & Expense Coordination: Coordinated travel arrangements and managed expense reports for senior marketing leaders, ensuring seamless operations.

Relocation Management: Oversaw the relocation process for new hires and internal transfers, streamlining operations and improving efficiency.

Lead Generation & Project Management: Managed lead generation and marketing project initiatives, enhancing overall marketing efforts and team productivity.

Recruitment Administration: Administered internet recruiting activities, optimizing online application processes to attract top talent.

Operational Support: Provided high-level administrative support, contributing to the successful execution of various marketing campaigns and departmental initiatives.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

High School Diploma

James Madison High School - Milwaukee, WI

CERTIFICATIONS

Advanced Sourcing Certification, March 2015

Recruiter Training and Certification, ManpowerGroup, June 2013

Sourcer Training and Certification, ManpowerGroup, June 2013

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