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Niviane Youssef

Sainte-Marthe-Sur-Le-Lac,Canada

Summary

As a bilingual Certified Human Resources Professional (CRHA) with over 10 years of experience in talent acquisition across various sectors, including insurance, telecommunications, tourism, manufacturing, and IT, I am eager to contribute my expertise to an organization’s growth. With a proven ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, collaborate effectively with teams at all levels, an maintain up-to-date databases and schedules, I am confident in my ability to support resource management and help achieve organizational goals

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bilingual Talent Acquisition Specialist

Randstad Sourceright Canada
03.2022 - Current


  • Work with hiring managers to ensure proper resource allocation for recruitment projects, updating relevant systems to reflect new hires, promotions, and departures.
  • Source candidates through a variety of channels, including job boards (Indeed, LinkedIn), social media, and employee referrals.
  • Conduct in-depth candidate searches and actively engage with passive talent.
  • Develop and maintain a pool of qualified candidates for current and future openings.
  • Screen resumes and conduct phone interviews to assess candidates' qualifications, skills, and cultural fit.
  • Coordinate and schedule interviews with hiring managers, ensuring smooth communication.
  • Facilitate the interview process by providing interview feedback and maintaining a positive candidate experience.
  • Prepare and present job offers to selected candidates, including discussing salary, benefits, and terms of employment.
  • Collaborate with HR and hiring managers to ensure a seamless and efficient hiring process.
  • Conduct reference checks and background verifications as necessary.
  • Regularly updated recruitment schedules, including time off, training hours, and availability, ensuring alignment with operational requirements.
  • Manage candidate databases (ATS), ensuring data was accurate and up-to-date, and coordinated with the team for timely updates and reporting.
  • Effectively balanced multiple recruitment projects, adhering to deadlines despite unpredictable demands.


Talent Acquisition Lead

Xceed
01.2018 - 01.2022
  • .Lead and mentor a team of recruiters to achieve recruitment goals and objectives.
  • Coach and provide professional development opportunities to team members.
  • Ensure recruiters follow best practices in candidate sourcing, interviewing, and hiring.
  • Collaborate with hiring managers and senior leadership to understand staffing needs and develop effective recruitment strategies.
  • Develop strategies to attract diverse talent and ensure an inclusive hiring process.
  • Ensure high-quality candidate sourcing, screening, interviewing, and selection.
  • Provide guidance on interviewing techniques, candidate assessments, and compensation offers.
  • Manage relationships with external recruitment agencies and job boards when necessary.
  • Continuously review and optimize recruitment processes for efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Implement best practices, technology, and tools to streamline the recruitment process.
  • Track key recruitment metrics such as time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, and quality of hire to ensure goals are met.
  • Identify and address challenges in the recruitment process to improve outcomes.
  • Work closely with HR and other internal teams to ensure alignment of recruitment efforts with broader company objectives.
  • Provide guidance and recommendations to senior leaders regarding talent acquisition strategies.
  • Build strong relationships with hiring managers and act as a trusted advisor on talent matters.
  • Ensure a positive, seamless candidate experience from application through to offer and onboarding.
  • Maintain open communication with candidates and manage expectations throughout the hiring process.
  • Monitor and report on key recruitment metrics and trends to leadership.
  • Use data insights to make informed decisions and improve recruitment strategies.
  • Support initiatives to promote the company’s brand as an employer of choice.
  • Develop and implement recruitment marketing campaigns that resonate with target candidates.
  • Participate in career fairs, networking events, and industry conferences to promote the company’s employer brand.

Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

Xceed
02.2016 - 01.2018


  • Hiring for a wide array of positions, including IT specialists, customer service representatives, and sales professionals, ensuring each role was filled with top-tier talent.
  • Partner with senior leadership and department heads to align recruitment strategies with organizational goals.
    Develop and implement recruitment strategies to attract top talent for critical roles.
    Provide insights on workforce planning, succession planning, and talent pool development.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Talent Acquisition Specialists to ensure high performance and achievement of recruitment targets.
    Train team members on best practices and help them improve their recruitment skills.
    Foster collaboration between the recruitment team and other HR functions to ensure smooth processes.
  • Oversee the recruitment process from job posting, candidate sourcing, and interviewing to offer negotiation and onboarding.
    Lead candidate sourcing efforts using multiple channels, including job boards, social media, networking, and direct outreach.
    Conduct interviews for senior-level roles and ensure that hiring decisions align with the organization’s long-term objectives.
  • Build strong relationships with hiring managers, HR partners, and leadership teams.
    Advise managers on recruitment strategies, interview techniques, and candidate selection.
    Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth recruitment processes and alignment with company goals.
  • Track and analyze key recruitment metrics (e.g., time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, quality of hire) to ensure continuous improvement in recruitment practices.
    Provide regular reports and insights to senior management on the effectiveness of recruitment campaigns.
    Use market analysis and industry trends to optimize hiring strategies.

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Xceed
02.2014 - 02.2016
  • Work with hiring managers to ensure proper resource allocation for recruitment projects, updating relevant systems to reflect new hires, promotions, and departures.
  • Source candidates through a variety of channels, including job boards (Indeed, LinkedIn), social media, and employee referrals.
  • Conduct in-depth candidate searches and actively engage with passive talent.
  • Develop and maintain a pool of qualified candidates for current and future openings.
  • Screen resumes and conduct phone interviews to assess candidates' qualifications, skills, and cultural fit.
  • Coordinate and schedule interviews with hiring managers, ensuring smooth communication.
  • Facilitate the interview process by providing interview feedback and maintaining a positive candidate experience.
  • Prepare and present job offers to selected candidates, including discussing salary, benefits, and terms of employment.
  • Collaborate with HR and hiring managers to ensure a seamless and efficient hiring process.
  • Conduct reference checks and background verifications as necessary.
  • Assist in maintaining an up-to-date record of candidates, ensuring accurate scheduling and coordination of interviews and onboarding
  • Work with teams to coordinate resources and provide administrative support during high-volume hiring periods

Human Resources Coordinator

Xceed
01.2013 - 02.2014
  • Manage and update recruitment and HR systems to track candidate progress, ensuring accurate data entry for resource management
  • Coordinate schedules for team members, ensuring smooth onboarding and integration of new hires
  • Support payroll processing and benefits administration, including the verification of work hours, leave requests, and benefits claims.
  • Maintain up-to-date employee records in HRIS systems and managed compliance with data privacy regulations.
  • Assist in organizing training sessions and development programs to enhance employee skills, while tracking participation and feedback to improve future initiatives.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - French Language and Literature

Cairo University, Faculty of Arts
05.2011

Skills

  • Resource Coordination & Scheduling
  • Multitasking & Prioritization
  • Collaboration & Teamwork
  • Database & Tools Management
  • Advanced Excel Skills
  • Proactive & Organized
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • ATS Systems
  • HRIS Systems
  • Job Portals

Certification

  • Certified Human Resources Professional (CRHA), 02/01/22
  • SHRM Certificate of Completion, 01/01/18
  • Competency-Based Interviewing Skills (CBI), American Chamber of Commerce, 01/01/13

Languages

French
English

Personal Information

Title: CRHA

Timeline

Bilingual Talent Acquisition Specialist

Randstad Sourceright Canada
03.2022 - Current

Talent Acquisition Lead

Xceed
01.2018 - 01.2022

Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

Xceed
02.2016 - 01.2018

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Xceed
02.2014 - 02.2016

Human Resources Coordinator

Xceed
01.2013 - 02.2014

Bachelor of Arts - French Language and Literature

Cairo University, Faculty of Arts
Niviane Youssef