With four and a half years of experience in talent acquisition, I’ve worked across a venture studio, a B Corp, and large corporations, helping teams grow by finding the right people for the right roles. I specialize in sourcing and hiring top talent across technical, leadership, and operational positions, working closely with hiring managers, founders, and executives to understand their needs. Whether it’s scaling startups, supporting mission-driven organizations, or strengthening established teams, I bring a strategic and people-first approach to recruitment. I’m passionate about creating a smooth and engaging hiring experience, ensuring candidates feel informed and valued at every stage of the process.
Key Skills: Talent Acquisition, Sourcing, Resume Review, Phone Screening, Lead Generation, Appointment Setting, Interview Preparation, Administrative Support
Tools: Linkedin Recruiter, Workday, Greenhouse Recruitment, Gem, SeekOut, Teamtailor, Vincere, Copper CRM, Google Workplace, Microsoft Office, Asana, Streamtime, Notion, Canva, Crunchbase, Sourcewhale, Workable, Calendly
Recruitment Niche: SaaS Sales, Tech, Customer Support, Volume Hiring, US Recruitment, PH Hiring, Onshore, Offshore
Professional Experience
Talent Manager | Aug 2024 - Present
Blissgrowth, London, United Kingdom (Full time, Remote)
- Drive recruitment for a diverse range of technical and non-technical roles, including Founders, CPTOs, CTOs, Software Engineers, Product Managers, Data Analysts, Marketing, and Sales professionals across our portfolio companies.- Develop and execute targeted headhunting campaigns via LinkedIn and other sourcing channels to attract top-tier talent for both entry-level and C-suite positions.- Manage job postings, screen applications, conduct initial interviews, and assess candidates for technical and strategic fit within fast-growing startups.- Facilitate smooth hiring processes by coordinating interviews, providing candidate feedback, and maintaining clear communication between stakeholders.- Oversee the creation and refinement of job descriptions, offer letters, and contracts while ensuring seamless onboarding and handover processes.
Recruitment Coordinator and Community Engagement | May 2024 - July 2024
Local Peoples, Melbourne, Australia (Part-time, Remote)
- Specialized in sourcing and identifying HCD roles (UX Designer, Business Analyst, Organisational Change Manager, Scrum Master, etc.) required by the Australian government.- Assisted clients in recruiting top talent by updating and managing a comprehensive candidate database.- Communicated with potential candidates to verify and update contact information, ensuring accuracy.- Collected, organized, and maintained data to support recruitment processes and ensure precise records.- Connected with Federal Clients' procurement team to coordinate their open requisitions.- Drafted and submitted proposals for candidates to the Australian Federal Government.
Resume Writer & Review Specialist / Interview Prep Coach | Feb 2024 - Present Freelance, Self-Employed (Remote)
- Create customized resumes and provide feedback on existing ones.
- Conduct interview preparation sessions, focusing on confidence-building and effective communication.
- Offer valuable insights to help candidates excel in their job search.
Talent Acquisition Specialist | Aug 2023 - Aug 2024
Asana, Inc., San Francisco, California (Remote)
- Oversaw early to mid-stage recruitment activities, including job postings, sourcing, resume reviews, and phone screenings.- Collaborated with Talent Acquisition Partners, Recruitment Coordinators, Marketing, People Operations, and hiring managers to streamline recruitment and enhance candidate experience.- Recruited for Sales and Customer Success roles across San Francisco, Chicago, New York and other U.S. cities, managing 5-8 openings at a time, with a focus on Customer Success Managers and Account Executives for SMB to Large Enterprise accounts.- Facilitated job kick-off meetings to align on job postings, sourcing strategies, candidate profiles, and compensation packages.
HR Analyst I | Jan 2023 - Aug 2023
Reed Elsevier Philippines, Quezon City (Hybrid)
- Provided first-line support to the HR Recruitment team.
- Established applicant sources and facilitated sourcing activities (job fairs, university relations, job postings, market intelligence, employee referral program, rehire program, headhunter/agency, etc.).
- Handled requests for information, quotations, and proposals for the organization related to sourcing.
- Mainly sourced for the Sales and Technology Team, handling four to six openings at a time. Positions in Tech included Python Developer, DevOps Engineer, Front-End Developer, Network Operations Engineer, etc., and in Sales included Sales Development Representative, Inside Sales Account Manager, etc.
- Edited various email marketing materials on Canva to be sent out to the entire organization. These typically included updates about current openings, ongoing referral promos, and other relevant information.
- Key Achievement: Created a centralized Referral SharePoint site for the entire REPH, providing employees with easy access to information about our Referral Programs.
Sourcing Specialist | May 2022 - Jan 2023
Sourcing Associate | Feb 2022 - May 2022
TaskUs, Meycauayan City Bulacan (On-site)
- Conducted the first-round screening and test administration for applicants, ensuring a strong candidate experience.
- Was assigned for filing and maintenance of applicant records, trackers, and databases.
- Often made callouts and invited applicants to ensure their show-ups.
- Generated leads through various assigned channels, including employee referrals, offsite recruitment, job fairs, online portals, and unconventional sources.
- Specialized in managing the Employee Referral Program (ERP), encompassing lead generation, final source validation, payout processing, organizing roadshows, and conducting ERP talks for each campaign, especially targeting new hires.
- Collaborated closely with Operations Managers and/or Team Leaders, encouraging teammates (agents) to refer individuals for open positions and actively promoting the company.
- Was tasked with delivering-----------processed applicants daily for roles such as voice/non-voice customer support representatives, content moderators, technical support, etc.
English as a Second Language (ESL) Tutor | Nov 2020 - May 2022
RareJob, Inc., Tokyo, Japan (Remote)
- Conducted English lessons to Japanese students of all ages and from all walks of life.
- Followed a specific lesson plan provided by the company and as per the request of the student.
- Evaluated a student's progress through per lesson reports.
- Assisted students in developing their speaking and written communication skills for daily and casual use, as well as in a business setting.
Internship | June 2017 - July 2017
DOST - Philippine Nuclear Research Institute, Quezon City (On-site)
- Student Intern at the Biomedical Division-Cytogenetics Laboratory
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