Robbie Smith Email & Phone Number

San Francisco Bay Area

1099 Recruiter for Tech or Life Science industries. I work with clients on a full time, part time or temporary basis based on the needs of their organization. Director level Talent Acquisition professional to help you build out your recruiting engine, train or hire your full time talent acquisition time and also be a full cycle recruiter.

San Francisco Bay Area

Conducted full cycle recruiting for executive and clinical research positions in the Pharmaceuticals industryManaged a 10-15 open positionsUtilized data analytics tools to track and analyze recruitment metrics, providing valuable insights to optimize talent acquisition strategies and improve hiring efficiency for atai Life Sciences.Collaborated with hiring managers to develop custom interview guides tailored to assess candidates' knowledge andexperience in the specialized field of Pharmaceuticals, ensuring a thorough evaluation process that leads to hiring top talentfor atai Life Sciences.Leveraged specialized industry knowledge to proactively identify emerging talent trends and make strategicrecommendations to align talent acquisition efforts with the evolving needs of the Pharmaceuticals market at atai LifeSciences.Implemented diversity and inclusion initiatives in talent acquisition strategies to ensure a diverse workforce that fostersinnovation and creativity within the Pharmaceuticals industry at atai Life SciencesIdentified and cultivated relationships with key industry influencers, thought leaders, and professional organizations toexpand talent networks and establish atai Life Sciences as a thought leader in the Pharmaceuticals industry, fostering areputation that attracts top-tier candidates for executive and clinical research positions.Implement creative employer branding initiatives to showcase atai Life Sciences as a forward-thinking and progressivecompany, highlighting its commitment to innovation and employee growth opportunities in the competitive Pharmaceuticalsindustry.Identify and engage with industry-specific professional associations and networks to stay up-to-date on the latest trendsand innovations in the Pharmaceuticals market, providing valuable insights and strategic recommendations to enhancetalent acquisition strategies and attract top-tier candidates for executive and clinical research positions at atai LifeSciences.

Fremont, Ca

Full Cycle Recruiter responsible for growing their manufacturing and engineering team at Enervenue in the Battery Technologymarket• Utilize market research and industry trends to proactively identify talent with specialized skills and expertise within the BatteryTechnology market, ensuring a competitive edge in recruiting top candidates for Enervenue's manufacturing and engineeringteam.• Develop and implement diversity and inclusion initiatives to attract top talent and create a more inclusive workplace culturewithin the Battery Technology market at Enervenue.• Identify and develop relationships with key industry influencers and thought leaders within the Battery Technology market toenhance Enervenue's employer brand and attract top talent.• Implement employer branding strategies to position Enervenue as an employer of choice in the Battery Technology market,showcasing the company's values, culture, and opportunities for professional growth to attract top talent for the manufacturingand engineering team.• Collaborate with the senior leadership team at Enervenue to align talent acquisition strategies with overall business goals andobjectives, ensuring that recruitment efforts effectively support the company's growth and success in the competitive BatteryTechnology market.Establish partnerships with local universities and technical schools to create internship and co-op programs for studentsstudying Battery Technology, providing a pipeline for top talent to join Enervenue's manufacturing and engineering team upongraduation.Lead the development and execution of specialized recruitment events and programs targeting top talent in the BatteryTechnology market, creating unique opportunities for networking, skill assessment, and candidate engagement to attracthigh-caliber professionals to Enervenue's manufacturing and engineering team

Pleasanton, Ca

-Solely responsible for 170 offers from 2017 through 2020 (W2 and 1099) and US and Europe hiring needs.- Tracked and analyzed talent acquisition metrics to monitor and improve performance.Outstanding acceptance rates utilizing Linkedin Recruiter, consistently over 40%.- Developed a pool of qualified candidates in advance of need through various sourcing techniquesfocused on digital talent.- Successfully implemented Greenhouse Applicant Tracking System.- Trained, managed, and developed team of two direct reports and various consultants as needed.- Implemented new recruitment strategy with Sales Leadership team to broaden our distributor footprintacross the United States.- Created onboarding program and developed Sales Training Program- Developed, executed, and drove full life-cycle recruitment strategies and policies to source, evaluate andselect qualified talent.- Developed organizational efforts to maintain and improve company culture.- Developed a broad variety of projects designed to improve operational effectiveness, employeeengagement and/or Human Resources services.- Developed strategies and programs that attract, retain, promote, and grow a diverse workforce in supportof company objectives.

San Francisco Bay Area

-High volume recruiting at one of the fastest growing SAAS start-up companies with average of 10 hires a week.- Recognized as one of the top performers on the team with high sourcing activity and outstanding acceptancerates utilizing Linkedin Recruiter, consistently over 40%.- High concentration on Ops and R&D, Technical and hard to fill positions. - Full-cycle recruiting: sourcing/candidate generation, cold calling, marketing, research, interviewing,assessments, presentation, negotiation and closing.

San Francisco, Ca

Served as expert advisor and partner with assigned businesses and leaders to identify and develop talentacquisition strategies, identify gaps, and plan processes to achieve the talent acquisition needs and priorities ofthe business.- Developed recruitment strategies that ensure a diverse talent pipeline and are following company policies,processes, and procedures.- Built and delivered excellence in each stage of the talent acquisition process including sourcing, employerbranding, candidate engagement and experience, screening, selection and hiring.- Analyzed relevant employment market research and trends; communicate and apply insights.- Identify and develop relationships with relevant industry leaders, consultants, vendors, and partners.- Developed relationships with emerging and key talent.- Coach and counsel hiring managers on full cycle hiring process, new systems, and tools, etc. - Consulted with appropriate internal resources when developing offer recommendations, utilizing internalcompensation and relocation specialists, analysis tools, associated market data.- Followed internal best practice guidelines (e.g. offers; new hire process; relocation; requisition creation; salaryrecommendations) - Managed background check process - Managed agency engagement following internal processes and guidelines.- Demonstrated experience developing and implementing full life-cycle talent acquisition initiatives aligned withbusiness objectives.- Provided detailed research reports and candidate profiles to identify qualified candidates.- Companies include Credit Karma, Gumdrop Cases, Greenlight, Providence Medical Technologies, Thayer,Kyphon, Medtronic (Medical Devices), Vertical Response and VM Ware, Digital Island.

San Francisco Bay Area

Boardroom Insiders maintains a database of the most in-depth executive profiles on the market from Fortune 500 companies and beyond--and we also create new profiles upon request.Provided detailed research reports on Executives by searching publicly available sources for information on target executive, including personal details, biographical history and current business issues across all industries.

San Francisco Bay Area

Workshare is a document collaboration software start-up company with 50+ employees in San Francisco (200 in London). Worked closely with hiring manager to write job descriptions for their departments. Handled all aspects of sourcing, screening and hiring processes for IT, Customer Service, Sales, Operations and Finance & Administration. Also managed benefits administration, budget planning, employee relations, and payroll for San Francisco office.

San Francisco Bay Area

Managed recruitment for four radio stations (KNBR, KTCT, KSAN, KFOG) in Sales, IT, Finance and Operations, General and Administrative, and Talent. Also responsible for entire HR function (benefits, employee relations, payroll) for 175+ employees in San Francisco.

Sunnyvale, Ca

OneSecure was a managed security services company that designs, deploys, manages, monitors and protects secure business networks. Short term assignment to work closely with VP of R&D to grow Quality Assurance Team in Sunnyvale. Sourced candidates, presented qualified candidates to hiring manager and conducted phone and in-person interviews. (RIF)

San Francisco Bay Area

Fast Forward Networks was a developer of internet broadcasting technologies to allow live streaming of audio and video over the internet. Posted positions on website, job boards, and sourced resumes for VP of Software Development. Was also responsible for Marketing and General and Administrative positions. Primarily worked on building a pipeline of qualified candidates for the Software team. Trained and managed a team of three interns. (RIF)

(RIF) Supervised the activities of the recruitment department. Oversaw the recruiting programs, policies, and procedures.• Reduced cost per hire, and hired over 100 employees for FY'99• Had full decision making responsibilities regarding programs, processes, and procedures.• Managed employee relations issues• Trained and managed team of three

Alameda, Ca

Farallon Communications developed broadband products such as modems and routers as well as remote administration software and provided template based websites for small business owners. ​Hired as HR Intern and converted to FTE HR AdministratorPromoted to Staffing Specialist and provided additional administrative support to Benefits AdministratorPromoted to HR Manager responsible for all recruitment efforts and benefits administration for 234+ employees Recruiter, hired and trained two direct reports Was responsible for all hiring needs of the company Was responsible for managing H1B Visa process with Immigration Attorney.​Managed high volume recruiting efforts, full cycle recruiting in tech industry for Software, Hardware Engineers, Sales, Marketing, Finance, G&AResponsible for H1B and Labor Certification Applications.

Alameda, Ca

HR Generalist • Responsible for benefits administration for company, including out of state employees for over 300 employees.• Trained and managed a team of four• Managed Employee Relations issues• Managed the entire HR function with administrative support from team of four• Reporting (EEO-1, VETS-100, 401K Discrimination Testing, 5500 etc.)