Talent Acquisition Project Management

CeRue Van den Broeck

Tel: 630-***-**** Email. ********@*****.***

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cerue/

SUMMARY

Talent Acquisition / HR / Consulting / Training / Project Management

Dynamic HR and recruiting professional with a proven track record of success. I excel in building strong relationships, tackling challenges head-on, and thriving in complex environments. With expertise spanning creative design, professional services, healthcare, energy, non-profits, and financial services, I bring exceptional interpersonal communication skills to every interaction.

EXPERIENCE

KeHE Distributors, Inc., Naperville, IL April 2024 – August 2024

Executive Recruiter (Consultant)

-Collaborated with hiring managers to comprehend the requirements for executive-level positions.

Identified potential candidates by utilizing professional networks, job boards, and other resources to find high-quality candidates for executive roles.

Led the entire recruitment process, which included reviewing resumes, conducting screenings and initial interviews, and evaluating candidates' work histories and qualifications.

Coordinated interviews, assessments, and reference checks for executive candidates.

Provided market insights and contributed to the recruitment strategy.

Ensured alignment with recruitment initiatives, policies, and procedures in collaboration with HR.

Maintained accurate candidate records in the applicant tracking system.

IDEO Global Design + Innovation Company, San Francisco, CA October 2021 – May 2023

Sr. Lead Talent Acquisition

Cultivated partnerships with IDEO content leaders and hiring managers.

Spearheaded the enterprise-level recruitment process, including job postings and candidate coordination via ATS.

Fostered collaboration among stakeholders to address hiring challenges.

Developed innovative sourcing strategies and built strong candidate pipelines.

Advanced recruitment with proactive problem-solving as a strategic partner.

Enhanced candidate experience by empowering hiring teams.

Guided the offer process alongside hiring managers.

Promoted collaboration among peers and HR partners.

Championed inclusivity within client groups and culture.

Led campus recruiting and networking events while managing special projects.

Advocate Health System, Downers Grove, IL March 2016 – October 2021

Sr. Recruiter

Led the full lifecycle recruitment process, specializing in Clinical Support roles, Information Technology (IT), Finance, and Data Analytics, ensuring a comprehensive approach from job posting to onboarding.

Cultivated and maintained strong relationships with corporate partners, hiring managers, and candidates, facilitating effective communication and fostering a positive hiring experience.

Developed and implemented innovative sourcing strategies tailored to the unique challenges of highly competitive IT markets, leveraging various platforms and networks to identify top talent.

Effectively managed a diverse requisition workload ranging from 30 to 65 open positions simultaneously, prioritizing tasks and ensuring timely delivery of qualified candidates.

Conducted targeted sourcing for corporate-level Information Technology positions, employing advanced search techniques and engaging with passive candidates to expand the talent pool.

Achieved a notable success rate in sourcing high-caliber candidates for corporate leadership and information technology roles, consistently meeting or exceeding recruitment goals and contributing to organizational growth.

Nuveen Investments, Chicago, IL September 2014 – October 2015

Senior Corporate Recruiter (Consultant)

12-month contract engagement to assist the recruiting team through integrating TIAA acquisition.

Successfully managed the entire recruitment process for IT departments, ensuring a streamlined and effective approach.

Fostered collaboration by serving as a direct point of contact for hiring managers and business unit leaders, which helped facilitate clear communication and alignment on staffing needs.

Took the initiative as the Vendor Manager, skillfully preparing and maintaining Statements of Work (SOW) for consultants, including contingent staffing and HR leadership roles, to enhance overall project execution.

Led full-cycle recruitment for a substantial number of job openings, partnering with HR Business Partners and compensation analysts to create competitive and appealing job offers that attract top talent.

Built and nurtured strong relationships with contingent staffing firms, contributing to improved recruitment strategies and outcomes.

Exelon Corporation, Chicago, IL April 2011 – July 2014

Sr. Corporate Recruiter (Consultant)

Led full-cycle recruitment for business services positions at all levels, from Directors to Administrative for IT, Finance, Supply, HR, and Corporate Development.

Supervised the comprehensive selection and onboarding processes for summer interns, ensuring a seamless organizational transition.

Conducted thorough pre-screening and assessment of candidates, meticulously evaluating their experience and skills against the detailed position descriptions for Nuclear, ComEd, PECO, and Exelon corporate headquarters.

Actively engaged in college recruitment events to significantly enhance outreach efforts and attract a diverse pool of qualified candidates.

Managed all components of pre-employment interviews, which included the administration of testing, systematic evaluation, and scoring of candidates to ensure a fair and consistent hiring process.

Developed, compiled, and disseminated detailed departmental performance reports, providing valuable insights into recruitment metrics and outcomes.

EDUCATION AND TECHNOLOGY

Bachelor of Science, Business Administration University of Liberia, Liberia

Associate of Arts, English Literature Bradford College

Technology: Applicant Tracking Systems: Green House, SuccessFactors, Lawson, Kenexa BrassRing, PeopleSoft, Microsoft Office

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