Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

• Sep 2023 - Present

Sr. Marketing Recruiter

• Aug 2023 - Present

Symposia Labs is a leading digital marketing agency committed to delivering exceptional results. Our dedicated team collaborates closely with businesses to develop strategies that drive engagement, growth, and success. We believe in the power of creativity and data-driven insights to shape effective marketing campaigns.As a dynamic tech venture within the Tulip Holdings portfolio, Symposia Labs is dedicated to breaking down barriers, fostering cross-disciplinary collaboration, and creating tangible impacts in the digital marketing space. This commitment to innovation aligns seamlessly with Tulip Holdings' mission-driven approach.Learn more about Symposia Labs: https://www.symposialabs.com/ Show less

Recruiter, Founder

• Jul 2023 - Present

Aligned Talent is a boutique staffing firm dedicated to connecting exceptional talent with top-tier opportunities. With our personalized approach and deep industry knowledge, we specialize in identifying and placing top professionals in the technology sector. Aligned Talent is a boutique staffing firm dedicated to connecting exceptional talent with top-tier opportunities. With our personalized approach and deep industry knowledge, we specialize in identifying and placing top professionals in the technology sector.

Behavioral Interview Coach

• Feb 2022 - Present

I work with technical candidates to prepare for their interviews or promos! (this is part time / monthly) I work with technical candidates to prepare for their interviews or promos! (this is part time / monthly)

Executive Search Recruiter

• Feb 2022 - Oct 2022

•Build and maintain a network of technical talent through ongoing relationship management •Take a “customer-first” approach to provide a best-in-class experience for every candidate, hiring manager, interviewer, and recruiting stakeholders •Collaborate with leaders to establish recruiting plans, define strategies, and help ensure we are leading the talent market •Leverage experiences, industry trends, and recruiting data to develop and improve upon recruiting plans and recruiting/closing strategies •Partner closely with hiring managers to gain a deep understanding of their teams and recruiting needs •Proactively network and establish effective working relationships, conscious cost-containment efforts in recruiting, continually seek new sourcing options, and develop creative approaches to delivering candidates to the customer Show less

Technical Recruiter

• Sep 2019 - Feb 2022

• AWS Security is a high-visibility team. Established strong partnerships with hiring managers to understand their specific talent needs and goals • Collaborated with hiring managers to develop job descriptions, job specifications, and candidate criteria • Utilized various sourcing techniques, including social media, job boards, and employee referrals, to build a diverse pool of qualified candidates • Conducted thorough and effective interviews to assess candidates' skills and fit with the company culture • Provided regular updates to hiring managers on the status of open requisitions, including the number of candidates interviewed and the status of offers • Participated in job fairs and networking events to build the company's employer brand and attract top talent • Provided career development support to new employees • Created and delivered presentations on recruitment best practices for recruiters across Amazon Skills: Customer Relationship Management (CRM) · Beamery · New Hire Orientations · New Hire Training · Strategic Planning · Technical Recruiting · iCIMS · Corporate Training · Executive Search, Salesforce, ICIMS, Excel, Outlook Show less

Recruiting Manager - IT Permanent Search

• Aug 2019 - Sep 2019

• developing and growing a client base and new business opportunities• introducing our services via video, telephone and in-person meetings with new clients to expand the utilization of our services. • Recruiting, evaluating and placing technology professionals in full-time positions with our clients. • Delivering outstanding customer service to both clients and candidates.• Providing consistent communication and career guidance to candidates. • Participating in industry trade associations to increase our presence within the local technology community. Show less

Sr. Recruiter - Software & Applications

• May 2018 - Sep 2019

Robert Half Technology is a leading provider of IT professionals on a project and full-time basis. We offer our clients flexible, cost-effective staffing solutions that allow them to maximize the power of technology for the ongoing success of their business.Highly skilled IT professionals choose Robert Half Technology to represent them because of our rewarding assignments and competitive pay. Through relationships with top industry organizations, including our status as a Microsoft® Gold Certified Partner, we also provide extensive professional development opportunities, enabling our consultants to continually improve their skill sets and increase the value they provide to our clients.Our full-service approach, extensive knowledge of the technology marketplace and experienced account executives allow us to respond to your specific needs and requirements promptly.Specialties I recruit in:Web Development Application DevelopmentSoftware Development Data/Database Management Internet/Intranet Systems Integration Project Management/Business Analysis Mobile Development and moreFeel free to contact me at Margaret.Northup@rht.com to find the right opportunity. Show less

Field Talent Qualification Specialist

• Feb 2017 - Apr 2018

At Kforce I was a part of the Tampa flex team - our team was the #1 division nationally at Kforce. - Servicing clients and candidates. Identifies, qualifies, recruits, and interviews candidates; for the cultivation, administration, and maintenance of the client relationship; and for facilitating activities associated with the matching and closing processes. - Identify and recruit qualified candidates by engaging in sourcing activities to include, but not be limited to: market research identifying candidate sources, recruiting calls, attending seminars and networking events. Determine and implement appropriate recruiting techniques for market, industry, skill set, and region. - Evaluate market conditions and ensure candidate inventory population stays at appropriate levels to accommodate anticipated client demand. Develop staffing strategies when deficiencies are identified. - Qualify candidates by conducting telephone to obtain work history, education, training, job skills, and salary requirements. - Complete appropriate reference checks on candidates to ensure authenticity of stated skills and experience. Coordinate applicable background investigations with administrative staff. - Qualify and prioritize new job orders. - Analyze client requirements against qualifications of candidates and match the best candidate with client needs. - Employ proper matching methodologies including leveraging applicable systems, presenting job opportunities to candidates, negotiating pay rates, and closing placements. Show less

National Educator

• Feb 2014 - Nov 2016

Represented JPMS at cosmetology schools, salons, hair shows. Performed, educated, and displayed techniques on behalf of JPMS Inspired students, staff and audience to use JPMS and partner with our product line. I was 1 of 7 trainers chosen out of an audtion of 200+ people. I had to learn all the material and audition on stage in front of the national team and others auditioning. I traveled with JPMS and worked back stage with main team. I traveled and conducted trainings solo at schools or salons on behald of JPMS. Show less