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Emma Gutman
Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist
Vancouver,BC
Summary
Strategic and results-oriented Talent Acquisition Specialist with over 4 years of staffing experience and a decade in sales. Adept at managing the full recruitment cycle, building talent pipelines, and developing targeted acquisition strategies to support organizational growth. Demonstrated expertise in stakeholder engagement, process improvement, and leveraging technology to enhance efficiency and candidate experience. Proven ability to partner with cross-functional teams, aligning hiring efforts with business objectives while maintaining a positive candidate journey and fostering a culture of collaboration and inclusion.
Overview
11
years of professional experience
6
Years of Sales / Customer Service
Work History
Mogo Finance TechnologyVancouver, BC
Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist
12.2023 - 11.2024
Job overview
- Led end-to-end full-cycle recruitment process using JazzHR and LinkedIn Recruiter.
- Partnered with hiring managers to understand job requirements and refine goals and strategies.
Conducted resume screening, interviews, and candidate assessments Canada-wide to secure top talent. - Enhanced recruitment efficiency by identifying and addressing gaps in processes, implementing creative strategies, and ensuring a positive experience with clear communication and timely follow-ups.
- Worked closely with HR and departmental leaders to align recruitment efforts with organizational growth goals.
- Utilized ATS systems like JazzHR and BambooHR to track hiring activities, maintain accurate records.
- Developed talent pipelines through diverse sourcing techniques, including social media, job boards, and networking.
- Conducted reference checks, background screenings, and negotiated employment offers.
- Developed and implemented onboarding programs, ensuring a seamless integration for new employees.
Second Life Vancouver
Owner Operator
01.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Managed all aspects of the business, including operations, finances, and client relationships.
- Conducted thorough assessments of estates to determine value and feasibility for liquidation.
- Developed and executed effective marketing strategies to attract potential clients and drive business growth.
- Oversaw the inventory management process, including organizing, cataloging, and pricing items for sale.
- Coordinated and conducted estate sales, ensuring a smooth and efficient process for clients and customers.
- Negotiated and finalized contracts with estate owners, ensuring mutually beneficial agreements.
- Built and maintained strong relationships with clients, providing exceptional customer service and addressing their needs and concerns.
- Handled financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, invoicing, and bookkeeping.
Robert Half
Staffing Manager
10.2019 - 08.2020
Job overview
- Developed and grown a client base through variety of methods, including telephone calls, in-person meetings with key managers to senior-level executives.
- Marketed company services, including temporary staffing solutions, temporary to full-time staffing solutions.
- Worked closely with internal team to select well-matched candidates to fulfill client needs.
- Maintain contact with client companies and temporary professionals.
- Resolved customer service issues quickly and efficiently to Maintain the highest level of customer satisfaction.
Aerotek
Recruiter
11.2017 - 06.2019
Job overview
- Sourced candidates for available and potential roles through outbound phone calls and external postings.
- Built and maintained relationships with contractors, clients, and hiring managers.
- Managed hiring manager expectations and developed interview processes.
- Generated candidate pool through strategic advertisements, applicant evaluation, and initial interviews.
- Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
- Developed recruiting strategies and built a network using social media and online job boards.
- Verified applicant references and employment details.
- Followed up with notable applicants from industry pipelines, events, and job fairs.
- Compiled and provided qualified candidates' information for hiring manager review and facilitated management interviews.
- Overlooked the onboarding process to ensure a smooth transition for newly hired candidates.
- Maintained relationships and coached newly onboarded hires for three months to a year.
- Made hiring and firing decisions based on candidate evaluations, performance reviews, and alignment with organizational goals.
TRC DistributionDelta, BC
Inside Sales Representative
08.2013 - 11.2017
Job overview
- Responsible for achieving and exceeding monthly target of $75,000 marginal dollars for sales within Vancouver Island and BC Interior.
- Capable of preparing, communicating and selling quotes up to $40,000.
- Managing over 250 business accounts, ranging from small to medium sized companies.
- Obtained ‘Employee of the year’ award for fiscal year 2016 through dedication, hard-work and by upholding high standard of company values.
- Utilize and influence resources from all departments of TRC Distribution to work towards creating sales, maximizing quoting and increasing customer-satisfaction
- Successful at monthly outstanding payment collections to make sure that all invoices are closed monthly.
- Assist in organizing vendor events for relationship-building and continuous technical skills training of TRC Distribution’s product offerings.
Education
Kwantlen Polytechnic University, Richmond, BC
Diploma from Marketing Management
2010
Skills
- Exceptional work ethic, team-player, leadership skills, and commitment to organizational objectives
- Strong knowledge of full-cycle recruiting process
- MS Office, Outlook, Slack, MS Teams, Zoom
- JazzHR, BambooHR, Salesforce, Job Boards
- Candidate pipeline management
- Candidate sourcing & assessment
- Screening resumes
- Contract negotiation
- Human resources support
- New hire onboarding & process management
- Applicant tracking systems
- Remote Hiring
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
RemoteImportant To Me
Company CultureFlexible work hoursWork from home optionPaid time offPaid sick leaveTeam Building / Company RetreatsPersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsCareer advancementSoftware
JazzHR
BambooHR
MS Office
Outlook
Job Boards
LinkedIn Recruiter
Timeline
Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist
Mogo Finance Technology
12.2023 - 11.2024
Owner Operator
Second Life Vancouver
01.2021 - Current
Staffing Manager
Robert Half
10.2019 - 08.2020
Recruiter
Aerotek
11.2017 - 06.2019
Inside Sales Representative
TRC Distribution
08.2013 - 11.2017
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Diploma from Marketing Management
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