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Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Deliver fast-paced recruitment services, to find top talent at low cost to KPMG. Also configured Client Connections direct sourcing platform, which enables cost savings as we find talent directly, without staffing agency mark up. Have been critical to driving program growth and adoption since the launch of of services across KPMG. By building relationships across management and Partner levels, our program has gained visibility and expanded recruitment/sourcing volume. Designed and deliver training programs for all user types, for the Flextrack VMS, including hiring managers, contractors, and our staffing suppliers.

Bedford, Nova Scotia, Canada

Our team was responsible for quickly filling contract opportunities with high quality candidates. The Staff Augmentation program supported Canada, US, UK and Luxembourg. With a strong focus on client experience, we challenged the status quo to continuously improved processes. Initiatives included developing/reviewing Beeline reports, process improvement, and project and change management.

Bedford, Ns

RBC's Contingent Workforce Management program is responsible for global staff augmentation and professional services programs. I was responsible for supporting US Capital Markets division, for both candidate onboarding and special projects. Specialized skills include: data analysis (advanced Excel), project management, change management and process review. Achieved Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt.

Halifax, Canada Area

Randstad Technologies, Canada's largest provider of IT Staffing Solutions. My Specialties: IT Recruitment - Project Managers, Program Managers, Change Managers, Business Analysts, Software Developers/Engineers, Software Architects, QA Testers, Functional Analysts, Technical Support and Project Coordinators. I operated a 360 desk, which included interviewing and placing high-quality candidates as well as business development to find new clients. My network of IT professionals spans Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Ontario. By providing resume tips and interview coaching, I was a professional and successful recruiter.

Halifax, Canada Area

- Strong focus on recruitment, creating engaging ads and hosting monthly career nights- Developed a learning and development program, tailored to both new and experienced Agents- Developed HR policies and procedures, including a policy manual, and job descriptionsAccomplishments- Recruited and on-boarded new staff, managed transition and oversaw training, ensuring business success despite changeover- Developed a comprehensive policy manual, outlining policy for staff, contractors and Agents - Implemented two new software programs, including staff training, process development, transition and change management

Toronto, Canada Area

- Provided HR Generalist support to approximately 230 associates, within WagJag, Olive Media and TOPS business units- Responsible for talent management lifecycle: recruitment, onboarding, performance management, training and development, and recognitionAccomplishments- Successfully filled over 45 new positions within six months

Toronto, Canada Area

Maxus is owned by GroupM and WPP. Sister companies are Mindshare, Mediacom and Mediaedge.- Provided HR Generalist support and mentored an HR Intern- Developed a marketing plan, including building a website, social media strategy, and PR- Liaised with clients and responded to their requests in a timely mannerAccomplishments - Successfully recruited and on boarded 32 individuals in four months - Launched GoodLife Corporate Membership accessible to all GroupM employees (550+) resulting in over 50% cost savings for employee memberships- Participated in a Health and Safety Audit by the province and met or exceeded all requirements

Toronto, On

- Developed strategic HR plans, based on corporate goals and business requirements- Researched and advised on recruitment and selection, corporate policy, performance management and occupational health & safety for an Environmental Services firm- Continued to work with former employer, Human Resource Systems Group (HRSG)Accomplishments- Completed certification in Competency based management and developed thorough understanding of leveraging competencies in HR and recruitment

Ottawa, Canada Area

- Researched HR initiatives in the areas of recruitment and selection, training and development, performance management, occupational health and safety, employee relations, and job profiling- Prepared detailed reports summarizing research findings and outcomes- Coordinated monthly breakfast seminars to attract new clientsAccomplishments- As Training Manager, planned all lunch-and-learn sessions, engaging senior consultants as presenters and presenting on topics of expertise including MS Office and HR projects- President of the Social Committee: organized corporate events and activities

Ottawa, Canada Area

- Promoted and sold BlackBerry phones in Rogers, TELUS, and Bell stores across Ottawa as part of the Canadian Sales Team - Reported on weekly sales and consumers (won award for detailed reporting)

Ajax, On

- Worked at Box Office, Concession Stand, and Floor- Trained new staff on various positions and reported to management on their progress