Talent Acquisition Service Representative

LAKEERA NELSON

Delran, NJ ***** 609-***-****

*******.******@*****.*** linkedin.com/in/lakeera-nelson-b79675206

RECRUITING MANAGER - TALENT ACQUISITION SPECIALIST

Dedicated and results-driven Executive Level Talent Acquisitions Leader with a proven track record of building high-performing teams and driving strategic talent acquisition initiatives. Expertise in developing innovative strategies to attract, engage, and retain top talent while championing diversity and inclusion. Adept at aligning talent acquisition efforts with organizational goals to fuel business growth and success.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

ATS Optimization

Talent Acquisition

Recruitment Strategy

Full Cycle Recruitment

Talent Gap Analysis

Candidate Management

Recruiting Metrics

Process Improvement

Diversity & Inclusion

Onboarding & Retention

Training & Development

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Kelly Services Delran, NJ

Remote ASL/SPA Recruiter (Contract Position)

Recruiting Specialist

December 2023 – December 2024

Managed full-cycle recruitment processes, including sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding, ensuring a seamless candidate experience.

Leveraged applicant tracking systems (ATS) to maintain candidate pipelines, schedule interviews, and monitor recruitment metrics.

Partnered with hiring managers to develop tailored recruitment strategies that aligned with business objectives.

Spearheaded diversity and inclusion initiatives to attract and retain a diverse talent pool, fostering an equitable workplace.

Analyzed recruitment data and provided actionable insights to optimize hiring outcomes and drive continuous improvement.

Express Scripts Florence, NJ

Remote Healthcare Recruiter (Contract Position)

Talent Acquisitions Specialist

September 2022 – May 2024

Coordinated and executed recruitment efforts, from job postings to candidate onboarding, ensuring timely and effective placements.

Utilized ATS platforms to document candidate interactions, streamline workflows, and ensure an exceptional candidate experience.

Designed and managed job advertisements across various platforms to enhance visibility and attract top-tier talent.

Conducted thorough background checks and reference verifications to support sound hiring decisions.

Actively engaged candidates through referral programs, increasing pipeline quality and conversion rates.

Simon & Schuster Riverside, NJ

Publishing Distribution, Umbrella Company under Viacom CBS, Paramount Pictures

Senior Recruiter

January 2018 – September 2022

Oversaw end-to-end recruitment for diverse roles, ensuring compliance with OFCCP and EEO guidelines.

Delivered targeted training sessions for hiring managers, enhancing their interviewing and selection capabilities.

Maintained strong partnerships with external search firms to address specialized recruitment needs.

Balanced recruitment budgets, achieving cost efficiency while maintaining high-quality hires.

Managed large-scale recruiting efforts for warehouse and industrial positions, meeting organizational demands with speed and precision.

EDUCATION AND OTHER

Ashford University, Online, Expected 2026

Master's Degree, Human Resources Management

Art Institute of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA 2014

Bachelor’s Degree, Culinary Arts

Linked In Learning Certificate Completions

Human Resources Foundations

Strategic Human Resources

Resume Makeover

Mastering Common Interview Questions

Creating a Compelling Job Description

Driving Workplace Happiness

Introduction to the PHR Certification

Exam

Technical Skills

Proficient in ATS platforms (Workday, Taleo, Bullhorn)

Advanced Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Data Analytics & Recruitment Metrics

Achievements & Highlights

Successfully implemented diversity and inclusion initiatives, increasing workforce diversity by over 30% in previous roles.

Optimized recruitment processes, reducing time-to-fill by 20% across multiple organizations.

Developed training programs for hiring managers that improved candidate assessment accuracy and interview effectiveness.

Consistently exceeded hiring targets while maintaining a 95% candidate satisfaction rate during onboarding.

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