Talent Acquisition Business Partner

Kiana Pearson

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San Antonio, TX

SUMMARY

Results-oriented multinational recruiter with over 3 years of experience in sourcing, screening, and placing top talent across diverse industries and geographical regions. Expertise in navigating complex global recruitment processes, including understanding local labor laws, cultural nuances, and market trends. Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders and candidates, facilitating successful placements in multinational corporations. Skilled in utilizing advanced sourcing techniques and recruitment tools to attract a diverse pool of candidates, while ensuring a positive candidate experience. Committed to driving organizational growth by aligning talent acquisition. EDUCATION/ CERTIFICATIONS

Bachelors of Science May 2020

Rutgers University, Newark, NJ

SHRM-CP [Pending Feb 1, 2025]

Notary Exp. April 2027

WORK EXPERIENCE

Choctaw Global Talent Acquisition Specialist Feb 2024- Present San Antonio, TX

• Conducting rigorous resume evaluations, initial screenings and reference checks

• Collaborating and communicating with program managers and hiring managers to develop job descriptions and recruitment strategies tailored to jobs.

• Successfully filled positions for each quarter at 100% success rate for federal contract, sub contract, and corporate positions in HR, Healthcare, Data Operations, Manufacturing, Finance.

• Developing and implementing strategic recruitment initiatives aligned with organizational goals,

• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date candidate data within the applicant tracking system (ATS)

• Navigating the intricacies of government contracting regulations, ensuring meticulous compliance throughout the recruitment process.

• Meeting monthly performance metrics including time to fill, quality of hire, offer to acceptance ratio, and diversity of final slate.

• Possess working knowledge of OFCCP, EEOC, state and federal labor laws, including FLSA to ensure rules and regulations are understood and met.

• Conducting recruitment through ADP effort for all exempt and nonexempt personnel.

• Leading staff meetings to communicate accurate updates and progress of recruitment. Thomas J. Henry Injury Attorneys Recruiter Jul 2021-Oct 2023 San Antonio, TX (Job impacted due to layoff)

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for various positions, including associates, paralegals, legal support staff, and IT /Data operations within firm.

• Collaborating with hiring partners and HR teams to understand staffing needs and develop effective recruitment strategies tailored to specific practice areas.

• Efficient with usage of Salesforce and ADP.

• Sourcing candidates through diverse channels, including legal job boards, social media platforms, and professional networking events.

• Conducting in-depth interviews and assessments to evaluate candidates’ qualifications, experience, and cultural fit within the organization.

• Provide guidance and support to candidates throughout the hiring process, ensuring a positive and engaging experience to help develop strong relationships with attorneys.

• Utilize applicant tracking systems (ATS) to maintain accurate records of candidate interactions and recruitment metrics.

The Salvation Army Kinship Program Coordinator Aug 2020 – June 2021 Newark, NJ (Remote)

• Lead zoom calls and meetings, informing other organizations about existing kinship programs.

• Connecting new clients from 211 with correct program contacts/services while monitoring referrals and maintaining ongoing communication with referred clients.

• Assisting in following up with organizations such as schools, churches, foster homes to connect with legal guardians interested in the kinship program.

• Facilitated all steps of the admissions process including answering initial inquiries, verifying personal information, collecting signed consent forms, and scheduling initial appointments for kinship resulting in a success rate of 25% more clients signing up for kinship program.

• Calculating stats each month of clients serviced for kinship and how much money in total spent from government funding.

• Submitted 100% of client applications for assistance with rent and utility bills, resulting in a success rate of 90% of client’s bills to be paid during the covid-19 pandemic. Professional Affiliations

Member, Society for Human Resource Management, SHRM SKILLS

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), Data-Driven Decision Making, Salesforce, Zoom, Google meet, ADP Workforce, Scheduling, Business Acumen, Candidate Relationship Management, Client Counseling, Client Service, Negotiation, Recruiting, Relationship Building, Sourcing Strategies, Strategic Influence, Strategic Management, Teamwork, Communication, Organization, Adaptability, Multi-tasking, Office Management, Microsoft Word and Excel, Project Management, Contract Management, Accountability, Attention to Detail, Interviews, Collaboration Skills, Conceptual Skills, Detail Oriented, Calendaring, Workflow knowledge, Market research, Strategic Planning,, ROI, Problem Solving, Time to Fill, Sales, Networking

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