Relationship building, recruitment, people management, HR, employee se

Laurie Utton

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Professional Summary

Relationship Development Leader with a proven record of driving business growth through high-impact client partnerships and solution-oriented talent strategies. Known for compassionate communication, consultative selling, and building trust with clients, candidates, and partners

Key Strengths

• Strategic Sales & Business Development

• Relationship-Centered Talent Acquisition

• Client Engagement & Retention

• Leadership & Performance Management

• Onboarding, DEIB & Training

Professional Experience

Resource & Relationship Consultant (SDR)

Precoa – Everything After Program Remote Current

• Deliver high-touch, solution-focused support to individuals navigating the emotional and logistical complexities after a loss

• Serve as a trusted guide, delivering resources and clarity with empathy

• Build rapport and trust through active listening and compassionate communication

• Apply wellness, sales, and service expertise to deliver exceptional client experiences People Manager

OyaZen – Remote March 2024 (Contract)

• Lead full-cycle talent strategies for multiple high-profile accounts

• Drive onboarding innovation, improving early engagement and retention

• Partner with executives to forecast hiring needs and customize workforce solutions

• Led DEIB hiring training across departments, improving compliance and diversity outcomes Recruitment Team Manager

OyaZen – Remote Feb 2023 – March 2024

• Managed recruitment for tech, healthcare, finance, and government sectors

• Built and maintained client relationships with Fortune 500 companies including Wells Fargo and American Express

• Created sourcing strategies that boosted fill rates and candidate quality Technical Talent Acquisition Consultant

Metropolitan Council – Remote Jul 2022 – Feb 2023

• Recruited technical professionals across high-priority roles in infrastructure and IT

• Partnered with hiring teams to streamline interview processes and improve time-to-fill

• Developed sales-driven talent pipelines to address urgent project needs Senior Technical Recruiter & PMO (Contractor)

Intuitive Surgical – Remote Aug 2021 – Jul 2022

• Led technical recruitment for engineering, analytics, and software teams

• Exceeded performance metrics while guiding a team of three recruiters

• Introduced recruitment strategy optimizations that improved hiring success HR Business Partner & Recruitment Consultant

Astraios Consulting – Remote Nov 2017 – Aug 2021

• Designed and executed high-volume hiring initiatives for clients in biotech and corporate sectors

• Provided consultative DEIB guidance to leadership and hiring managers

• Developed tools for inclusive hiring and equitable candidate evaluation Notable Achievements

• Directed $1M+ revenue center at Jenny Craig

• Grew regional sales 35% at PromoWorks LLC

• Raised client satisfaction scores from 80% to 97%

• Staffed 35 Executives + 200 consultants in 2 weeks Education & Certifications

• Life & Health Insurance License (Previously Held)

• Real Estate License (Previously Held)

• Trained & Experienced Mediator – Housing & Conciliation Court

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