Maria Daniela Hamed
Toronto
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented Recruiter with 3 years of experience in full-cycle recruitment, specializing in high-volume hiring within RPO environments. Proven expertise supporting Marriott International, managing up to 35 requisitions simultaneously across diverse functions and geographies in the U.S. and Canada. Adept at conducting structured interviews using the STAR methodology, leading intake meetings, and aligning closely with hiring managers and HR leadership to deliver efficient, quality-driven recruitment outcomes. Recognized for delivering an exceptional candidate experience and strong stakeholder management. Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Trainee Recruiter/Field Recruiter-Management
AMS
05.2024 - Current
- Supported the Marriott RPO Account, managing full-cycle recruitment for luxury and premium hotels across the U.S. and Canada.
- Handled high-volume recruiting, managing 27–35 open requisitions monthly across various departments and locations.
- Conducted intake calls with hiring managers and HR directors to align on hiring needs and build effective sourcing strategies.
- Delivered 360° recruitment: from sourcing, interviewing and scheduling to the offer.
- Led pre-screening and behavioral interviews using STAR methodology to ensure quality candidate selection.
- Built and maintained strong relationships with hiring managers and HR leaders across multiple hotel brands, ensuring seamless collaboration and alignment.
- Prioritized candidate and hiring manager satisfaction by delivering a best-in-class recruitment experience.
- Successfully secured 173 offer acceptances, contributing to talent acquisition goals and business growth.
Admissions Coordinator/Student Recruitment Coordinator
ICT Kikkawa College
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Analyzed recruitment data to identify trends and optimize strategies for student engagement.
- Effectively implemented strategies to achieve 100% market visibility in the Latino market.
- Crafted marketing strategies with targeted ads to notably enhance response rates, leading to heightened engagement levels.
- Ensure all applications are completed, documents secured, and information entered into CRM with accuracy.
- Ensure material for recruitment partners is current and up to date.
- Led initiatives to improve the overall applicant experience, resulting in increased satisfaction ratings.
- Implemented strategies to increase student recruiting, engagement and retention.
- Collaborated with academic departments to align recruitment efforts with program offerings.
Immigrant Integrator
Dingoos
09.2022 - 01.2024
- Helped newcomers succeed through coaching, mentoring and positive reinforcement.
- Introducing newcomers to the city of Toronto.
- Collaborate with marketing teams to optimize digital and traditional marketing efforts, measuring the impact on recruitment metrics.
- Conduct post-enrollment surveys to gather feedback for continuous improvement in recruitment processes.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Administrative-Student Recruitment Manager (promoted)
Camila Teaching Academy/Ibero Languages
10.2022 - 07.2023
- Developed and implemented recruitment strategies to attract diverse candidates for teaching positions.
- Recruited and hired administrative staff and professors, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and culture.
- Perform planning and coordination of administrative procedures and systems.
- Set and achieve recruitment goals by identifying and engaging prospective students.
- Manage schedules and deadlines, developing measures to optimize the processes.
- Present educational programs and services effectively to showcase their value.
- Guide students in selecting appropriate courses based on their academic and career goals.
- Ensure elevated levels of customer satisfaction through excellent sales service.
- Supporting marketing executives in organizing various projects.
Administrative-Student Recruitment Assistant
Camila Teaching Academy/Ibero Languages
06.2022 - 10.2022
- Provides administrative support to ensure efficient operations of the office.
- Answers phone calls, schedules meetings and supports visitors.
- Performing administrative duties such as filing, typing, copying, binding, scanning etc.
- Coordinate office procedures offering and selling the services of the Academy, reaching the weekly and monthly goal set by the sales department.
- Collaborate with academic departments to align recruitment strategies with program objectives.
- Meet regularly with assigned students to review goals, discuss academic plans, and provide guidance.
- Develop and implement a strategic sales plan to achieve enrollment targets.
Sales Representative
Speaking Republic Academy
11.2021 - 06.2022
- Maximized customer satisfaction by quickly responding to any concern or request.
- Responds to messages on social media and other platforms, providing information about courses and addressing inquiries.
- Promotes courses through various channels, utilizing methods like social media posts, email campaigns, and other marketing strategies.
- Helps potential students with the enrollment process, providing guidance on registration and addressing any issues they may encounter.
- Engages in sales calls with potential customers, highlighting the benefits of the courses and addressing any concerns they may have.
- Meet and exceed sales targets through proactive outreach and follow-up.
Team Leader
Adidas
06.2018 - 06.2019
- Ensuring that customers receive prompt service and quality goods and services.
- Responding to customers' inquiries and complaints about goods and services.
- Planning and preparing work schedules and assigning staff to specific duties.
- Coordinate with the Retail Sales Representatives team to provide excellent Customer Service (especially during peak times).
Retail Seller
Maravillas Tv
01.2017 - 06.2018
- Greeting and direct customers.
- Provide accurate information (e.g., product features, pricing, and after-sales services).
- Conduct price and feature comparisons to facilitate purchasing.
- Open and close cash registers, performing tasks such as counting money, separating charge slips, coupons, and vouchers, balancing cash drawers, and making deposits.
Education
Diploma - Public Administration
Politecnico Grancolombiano
Colombia07-2019
Bachelor's Degree - International Business
Politecnico Grancolombiano
Colombia05.2019
Skills
- Full-cycle recruitment (Recruiter 360)
- High-volume recruiting
- Field Recruitment (Management)
- Sourcing strategies (active & passive)
- Recruitment for diverse roles (Salary and hourly)
- Administrative skills
LANGUAGES
Spanish – Native
English – Fluent/Professional
Portuguese – Intermediate
Timeline
Trainee Recruiter/Field Recruiter-Management
AMS
05.2024 - Current
Admissions Coordinator/Student Recruitment Coordinator
ICT Kikkawa College
01.2024 - 05.2024
Administrative-Student Recruitment Manager (promoted)
Camila Teaching Academy/Ibero Languages
10.2022 - 07.2023
Immigrant Integrator
Dingoos
09.2022 - 01.2024
Administrative-Student Recruitment Assistant
Camila Teaching Academy/Ibero Languages
06.2022 - 10.2022
Sales Representative
Speaking Republic Academy
11.2021 - 06.2022
Team Leader
Adidas
06.2018 - 06.2019
Retail Seller
Maravillas Tv
01.2017 - 06.2018
Diploma - Public Administration
Politecnico Grancolombiano
Bachelor's Degree - International Business
Politecnico Grancolombiano
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