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Mo Hariri

Calgary,Alberta

Summary

Talent Acquisition professional with 10 years of experience leading high-volume, full-cycle recruitment and providing strategic hiring guidance in complex, multi-union environments. Proven expertise in sourcing hard-to-fill and specialized roles, leading student and youth hiring programs, and leveraging data, market insights, and tools like LinkedIn and AI to attract top talent. Recognized for building strong partnerships, coaching hiring leaders, and driving collaborative, results-focused talent strategies aligned with business goals.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manager Recruitment, Corporate & Environmental

Flint Corp
05.2024 - Current
    • Largest turnaround season in Flint's history, with our recruitment team successfully hiring over 3,900 people in 2024.
    • Reduced time-to-fill by 45% in our Corporate & Environmental hiring through strategic process improvements and Hiring Manager Training.
    • Developed the 'Hiring Manager Academy,' empowering over 100 leaders to streamline recruitment processes, resulting in a 40% reduction in time-to-fill for "tough to fill roles".
    • Spearheaded the creation of a live recruitment dashboard, enhancing visibility and decision-making across Talent Acquisition, which led to a 30% improvement in recruiting efficiency and data-driven insights for leadership.
    • Part of the Integration team for our new ATS Smart Recruiters with a focus on Corporate and Environmental system configurations.

Manager, Talent Acquisition

Vancouver Airport Authority
02.2023 - 05.2024

Supported the initiative Attract, Develop, and Retain which led to the following:

  • Hiring 650+ employees in 2023 by developing a comprehensive 1-3-year Talent Acquisition roadmap
  • Transformed our recruitment strategies by integrating AI tools, revamping interview and scoring guides, and redesigning our go-to-market talent attraction approach, resulting in a 35% reduction in our time to fill .
  • Launched the 'Take Off Academy,' a manager training program that achieved an 85% participation rate , leading to a 30% increase in leadership effectiveness and a measurable improvement in employee performance and retention, ultimately driving a significant ROI for the organization.
  • LMS Integration: Played a key role on the internal integration team for the successful implementation of the TELUS Learning Management System (LMS), achieving 80% company-wide participation and contributing to a 30% reduction in turnover compared to the previous year.

Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition

Rocky Mountaineer
05.2022 - 02.2023
  • Reduced agency costs by $300,000 in one year by implementing a streamlined executive search process for VP and C-suite roles, driving significant cost savings while improving hiring efficiency.
  • Enhanced and automated our recruitment processes, increasing candidate satisfaction by 25%
  • Collaborated with Marketing to elevate seasonal and corporate branding efforts, driving a 40% increase in brand visibility across North America and a 25% growth in candidate applications compared to the previous year.

Manager, Talent Acquisition

Rocky Mountaineer
09.2021 - 05.2022
  • Collaborated with IT to build a dynamic Power BI live dashboard , enhancing visibility for executives, hiring managers, and the talent team. This initiative significantly improved communication, streamlined decision-making, and provided real-time insights , driving greater alignment and efficiency across the organization.
  • Developed specialized portfolios and a streamlined intake process, enabling our Talent Acquisition team to become subject matter experts and reduce time-to-fill for niche technical roles by 30% , driving significant improvements in recruitment efficiency
  • Collaborated with Learning and HRBPs to analyze the reasons behind employee departures, using insights to refine the recruitment process and develop internal programs that increased employee engagement and reduced attrition, contributing to a 22% improvement in retention rates in 2022

Talent Acquisition Manager

Pinnacle Renewable Energy
02.2020 - 08.2021
  • Designed and launched Co-op and internship programs, converting 150% more hires into full-time roles post-graduation, significantly enhancing our talent pipeline and reducing recruitment costs.
  • Reduced time-to-fill by 25% and c ut cost-per-hire by 20% by creating targeted recruitment strategies and forging strong university partnerships, driving both efficiency and cost savings.
  • Managed and optimized the Talent Acquisition budget, delivering a 15% cost savings below the forecasted budget , ensuring strategic alignment with organizational goals while maintaining operational excellence.

Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

Manpower
03.2018 - 02.2020
  • Consistently ranked in the top 10% of permanent recruiters across North America , delivering exceptional results and driving talent acquisition excellence.
  • Mentored and developed TA Specialists, leading to a 25% increase in sales and a 30% growth in placements over two years , significantly contributing to team success and overall business performance.
  • Spearheaded forecasting and workforce planning strategies in close collaboration with key stakeholders and hiring managers, aligning talent needs with business objectives to optimize workforce efficiency and support organizational growth.

Senior Talent Acquisition - Corporate Trainer

Employment Office
10.2016 - 03.2018
  • Designed and implemented innovative training materials, streamlined processes, and established key performance indicators (KPIs), resulting in a 20% increase in recruitment efficiency and a 15% improvement in candidate quality.
  • Led new hire orientations that resulted in a 65% increase in retention within the first six months , contributing to a 25% reduction in turnover costs.
  • Drove new business growth, generating a 18% increase in revenue through strategic sales calls, networking, and targeted social media campaigns, expanding the company's client base and fostering lasting partnerships.

Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

Open Connection - TELUS Authorized Dealer
09.2015 - 10.2016
  • Revamped and optimized the entire recruitment process, improving efficiency and reducing time-to-hire by 20% , resulting in faster placements and a more agile hiring process.
  • Developed and launched a referral program that boosted referral hiring by 40% , significantly expanding the talent pool and reducing reliance on external recruitment sources.
  • Enhanced reporting by creating a recruitment dashboard to track key metrics, leading to a 35% increase in data-driven decision-making and identifying key areas for process improvement.

Head of Sales & Talent

Promote ROI
08.2012 - 08.2015
  • Designed and executed strategic advertising, social media campaigns, and a referral program reducing cost per hire by 25% while increasing candidate engagement by 45%.
  • Developed KPIs, streamlined processes, reporting tools, and a live recruitment dashboard, improving talent acquisition operations and increasing recruitment efficiency by 30%.
  • Played a key role in supporting company growth from 200 to 600 employees, contributing to a global sales strategy that resulted in a 300% increase in sales revenue through optimized scripts, funnels, and KPIs.

Head of Sales

Promote ROI
03.2007 - 08.2012
  • Mentored and coached the sales team, consistently surpassing KPIs by an average of 30% year over year , driving significant performance improvements.
  • Collaborated with IT to implement an automated call system, doubling call volume and boosting top-line revenue by 33% , significantly enhancing sales productivity and efficiency.
  • Designed and launched sales incentive programs while partnering with training to create a comprehensive sales training and mentorship program, resulting in a 25% increase in team retention and performance .

Sales Onboarding Trainer & Corporate Recruiter

Promote ROI
03.2005 - 03.2007
  • Increased employee retention by 70% year over year by implementing a robust training program and providing personalized, targeted coaching.
  • Developed and standardized our recruitment process, including SOPs, interview guides, assessment tools, and KPIs, improving hiring efficiency by 60% and reducing time-to-fill by 40%.

Skills

  • Over 10 years of progressive HR and Talent Acquisition experience with a strong foundation in Human Resources
  • Proven track record of collaborating with clients on strategic recruitment and advising stakeholders on best practices and workforce planning
  • Skilled in using LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, social media, and AI-powered tools to source and engage top talent
  • Experienced in data-driven recruitment, leveraging market trends, competitor insights, and performance metrics to guide hiring strategies
  • Expertise in full-cycle sourcing, internal mobility, student hiring, and leading cross-functional recruitment projects
  • Adept at navigating unionized and complex environments while championing equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism, and reconciliation in hiring
  • Strategic thinker and strong communicator, recognized for collaborative relationship building, facilitation skills, and critical thinking in recruitment

Accomplishments

  • Executive Search Process : Developed and implemented an efficient executive search process for ELT and SLT hiring, reducing agency costs by $300,000 in the first year . This new process also established a clear roadmap for future leadership hiring.
  • Co-op & Internship Program : Designed and launched a Co-op and Internship program that resulted in a 150% increase in conversions to full-time roles post-graduation , significantly strengthening our talent pipeline while reducing overall recruitment costs.
  • Branding & Recruitment Strategy : Partnered with the Marketing team to enhance seasonal and corporate branding efforts, driving a 40% increase in brand visibility across North America and a 25% year-over-year growth in candidate applications.
  • Attract, Develop, Retain : Successfully hired 650+ employees in 2023 , achieving a 35% reduction in time-to-fill. Launched the "Take Off Academy," a Hiring Manager Training program, with an 85% participation rate, resulting in a 30% improvement in leadership effectiveness.
  • High-Volume TA Rebuild : Spearheaded the development and relaunch of a high-volume seasonal campaign, successfully hiring over 1,000 candidates in just 3 months . Key strategies included targeted marketing, AI-driven ads, passive sourcing, campus recruitment, and participation in job fairs and community events.
  • Largest turnaround season in Flint's history, with our recruitment team successfully hiring over 3,900 people in 2024.

Certification

  • Completed Lumina Spark Practitioner program
  • Certified Traits Practitioner
  • Rise Leadership Certification
  • Registered Professional Recruiter (RPR)


Timeline

Manager Recruitment, Corporate & Environmental

Flint Corp
05.2024 - Current

Manager, Talent Acquisition

Vancouver Airport Authority
02.2023 - 05.2024

Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition

Rocky Mountaineer
05.2022 - 02.2023

Manager, Talent Acquisition

Rocky Mountaineer
09.2021 - 05.2022

Talent Acquisition Manager

Pinnacle Renewable Energy
02.2020 - 08.2021

Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

Manpower
03.2018 - 02.2020

Senior Talent Acquisition - Corporate Trainer

Employment Office
10.2016 - 03.2018

Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

Open Connection - TELUS Authorized Dealer
09.2015 - 10.2016

Head of Sales & Talent

Promote ROI
08.2012 - 08.2015

Head of Sales

Promote ROI
03.2007 - 08.2012

Sales Onboarding Trainer & Corporate Recruiter

Promote ROI
03.2005 - 03.2007
Mo Hariri