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KWABENA ASANTE

KWABENA ASANTE

Toronto,ON
"The right candidate, in the right role, in the right company"

Summary

Dedicated recruiting professional successful at managing full recruitment life cycle. Develops and implements customized strategies to meet specific position requirements and source qualified candidates. Skilled at reviewing and pre-screening applicants, setting up employer interviews and preparing contracts. Strong communication and interpersonal skills and committed to pursuing best practices related to employee development and retention.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Skills

  • Contract Negotiation
  • Candidate pipeline management
  • Applicant Tracking Systems
  • Customer service
  • Candidate tracking
  • Recruitment
  • Candidate Sourcing
  • Pre-Employment Screening
  • Global recruitment
  • File and records management

Work History

Talent Acquisition Partner

407 Etr Concession Company
Woodbridge, ON
07.2022 - 07.2024
  • Managed the full cycle recruitment program, partnering with senior leaders including the CFO, SVP, VP, and other senior leaders to attract top talent across Canada.
  • Coached and mentored the Talent Specialist in recruitment best practices and techniques.
  • Leveraged expertise in data and metrics to track progress and success.
  • Built and maintained a diverse talent pool, utilizing LinkedIn tools and ATS for organization.
  • Contributed to the redesigned of the recruitment process in collaboration with People & Culture and Professional Services, creating a streamlined and enjoyable process for both management and candidates.
  • Partnered with the Marketing team to update LinkedIn and Careers pages.
  • Contributed to Diversity, Inclusion, Justice, and Equity initiatives, and assisted in administration, reporting, and onboarding.
  • Collaborated with hiring managers to develop job descriptions that accurately reflect roles and responsibilities.
  • Organized recruitment events such as career fairs, open houses, and campus visits to increase brand visibility among potential applicants.

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Brenntag Canada
Toronto, ON
11.2019 - Current
  • Developed communication and marketing plans and leveraged talent acquisition tools, resources, and campaigns to source and attract top talent.
  • Created and drove talent acquisition and job placement strategies to attract diverse candidates.
  • Analyzed recruiting metrics to share reports and recommendations with stakeholders.
  • Established consistent language and methodology for talent discussions, development, and succession.
  • Sourced and screened candidates for roles and worked with hiring managers to coordinate interviews, offers, and onboarding.
  • Cooperated with company leaders in change management and talent solutions to gain a competitive edge in the job market.
  • Generated specific candidate pool for career opportunities through strategic placement of advertisements, evaluation of applicant credentials, and conducting initial interviews and pre-screening assessments.
  • Collaborated with various departments to define job qualifications.

IT Recruiter

S.I. Systems
Toronto, ON
01.2018 - 10.2019
  • Execute proven recruiting processes to source plausible candidates for assigned jobs.
  • Review and clarify job specifications, competencies, and skills required in order of priority.
  • Discus pay rate ranges in preparation for rate negotiation ensuring rates are within company gross margin policies and guidelines.
  • Proactively interview and reference check candidates within high-demand specialization or training areas identified.
  • Ensure 20 or more candidate interviews are conducted each month.

Payroll Coordinator

Dealnet Capital Corp
Toronto, ON
05.2017 - 12.2017
  • Handle all payroll-related functions of company (700+).
  • Processing payroll, taxation forms, and benefits.
  • Maintaining employee data.
  • Handling payroll questions and completing any other tasks necessary for monitoring and overseeing company’s payroll process.

Corporate Recruiter

Dealnet Capital Corp
Toronto, ON
01.2015 - 12.2017
  • Work with hiring managers to determine staffing needs.
  • Establish solid and trusting partnerships through exceptional relationship-building skills; utilizing solid communication and interpersonal abilities to secure employee and management trust.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in a variety of additional HR-related tasks, including new-hire orientations, benefits training, and performance appraisals.
  • Run and distribute various scheduled and ad-hoc reports.
  • Perform in-person and phone interviews with candidates.
  • Responsible for leading staffing efforts and building a strong workforce that adds to company’s bottom line.

Certification

  • Certified Diversity and Inclusion Recruiter
  • Certified Professional Recruiter

Education

Chemical Laboratory Technology

Accomplished OSSD Seneca College, Toronto, ON

Professional Recruiter Certification - Human Resources Training

Airs, Online
02.2021

Software

Workday

Cornerstone

Taleo

Ceridian

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceFlexible work hoursCompany CulturePersonal development programsHealthcare benefits

Additional Information

  • Recipient of the student leadership award
  • Recipient of the outstanding performer in the club award
  • Recipient of the most organized member award
  • Captain of the year
  • Recipient of the good Samaritan award

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
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evening
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Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Twi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

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