Jeannie Agbayani
Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
Skilled Talent Acquisition Specialist with background in identifying, recruiting, and hiring top-tier talent. Experienced in developing innovative sourcing strategies, building strong relationships with candidates and clients, and maintaining a strategic recruitment pipeline. Strengths include effective communication skills, negotiation abilities, and knowledge of recruitment technologies. Extensive experience in recruitment and sourcing of various allied health professions as well as in-depth understanding of the evolving landscape of the health care sector.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Talent Acquisition Specialist
APM
Melbourne, Victoria
07.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with hiring managers to define role requirements and candidate profiles.
- Posted positions on job boards, media and alternate sourcing channels to attract diverse talent pool.
- Managed job postings across multiple platforms to attract diverse applicants.
- Screened resumes and applications to identify suitable candidates for open positions.
- Conducted initial phone screens of potential candidates.
- Coordinated interviews between hiring managers and prospective employees.
- Utilized applicant tracking systems to streamline recruitment processes and documentation.
- Maintained applicant tracking system records and updated candidate information as needed.
- Coordinated background checks and reference verifications for selected candidates.
- Prepared offer letters for successful candidates.
- Provided guidance to new hires throughout onboarding process.
- Leveraged social media and professional networking platforms to source qualified candidates.
- Built and maintained a strong talent pipeline through proactive market research and ongoing relationship management.
- Designed and executed targeted recruitment campaigns to fill high-volume and niche positions.
- Utilized creative sourcing strategies and recruitment branding to identify, engage and attract top talent.
- Trained and mentored newer recruiters in successful strategies for interviewing and qualifying candidates.
Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist
Baptcare
Prahran, Victoria
10.2021 - 07.2022
- Designed and executed targeted recruitment campaigns to fill high-volume and niche positions.
- Collaborated with HR and department managers to forecast future hiring needs and develop talent acquisition plans.
- Leveraged social media and professional networking platforms to source qualified candidates.
- Built talent pipeline according to core company values and role requirements.
- Monitored and analyzed recruitment metrics to identify trends and improve recruitment strategies.
- Conducted interviews to evaluate candidate qualifications and cultural fit for the company.
- Developed and delivered training to hiring managers on effective interviewing techniques and diversity hiring practices.
- Implemented onboarding programs to ensure successful integration of new hires into the organization.
Recruitment Consultant (agency/contract)
Interchange Bench / Slade Group
Melbourne, Victoria
04.2021 - 09.2021
- Built strong relationships with clients to understand recruitment needs and culture.
- Collaborated with department heads to ensure recruitment strategies were aligned with organizational objectives.
- Collaborated with recruitment and HR professional to achieve hiring goals.
- Drafted job postings for clients, posted them on various online platforms, and screened resumes.
- Analyzed labor market trends to identify potential sources of talent.
- Managed applicant tracking systems including inputting candidate data into the system.
- Managed candidate sourcing and screening processes for various client positions.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to refine selection criteria and processes.
- Conducted interviews to evaluate candidate qualifications and fit for roles.
- Conducted reference checks for shortlisted candidates.
Senior Recruitment Specialist (RPO)
H1 Healthcare
South Melbourne, Victoria
08.2020 - 03.2021
- Collaborated with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and strategies.
- Established strong partnerships with key stakeholders across the organization.
- Developed recruitment strategies, including sourcing methods, advertisement campaigns, referral programs and other initiatives.
- Implemented candidate tracking systems to streamline recruitment processes.
- Created and posted job descriptions on multiple platforms to attract qualified candidates.
- Utilized various sourcing techniques, including social media, job boards, and networking events, to attract top talent.
- Screened resumes, conducted phone screens and scheduled in-person interviews.
- Conducted interviews and assessments to evaluate candidate suitability.
- Coached hiring managers on the recruitment process and best practices.
- Facilitated onboarding processes for new hires, ensuring smooth transitions.
Senior Recruitment Consultant (360 Recruitment)
McArthur Management Services
South Yarra, Victoria
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Partnered with department heads to understand their needs in order to find suitable candidates.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients and candidates.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and expectations.
- Analyzed market trends to enhance recruitment strategies and improve effectiveness.
- Created job postings, sourced resumes, screened applicants and coordinated interviews.
- Developed and implemented recruitment strategies to identify qualified candidates.
- Coordinated job postings across various platforms to attract diverse talent pools.
- Conducted interviews, reference checks and background verifications for potential hires.
- Utilized applicant tracking systems to manage recruitment processes efficiently.
- Provided guidance to candidates throughout the hiring process and onboarding.
- Maintained a database of current and prospective employees for future job openings.
- Participated in recruitment fairs to promote employer brand and opportunities.
- Participated in professional networking events aimed at connecting employers with potential job seekers.
National Recruitment Officer
Direct Freight Express
Coburg, Victoria
03.2019 - 10.2019
- Collaborated with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and requirements.
- Coordinated recruitment processes for various positions across multiple departments.
- Created job postings, sourced candidates through online channels, and screened applications.
- Screened resumes and applications to identify top talent for interviews.
- Conducted interviews and assessed candidate fit with company culture and values.
- Carried out background checks and set up pre-employment testing.
- Managed candidate communication throughout the recruitment process.
- Utilized applicant tracking systems to streamline recruitment activities efficiently.
- Alerted applicants of rejection, acceptance, or other activities.
- Maintained accurate records of all recruitment activities using HR software systems.
Lead Talent Acquisition Specialist
Zenitas
St Kilda, Victoria
04.2018 - 03.2019
- Collaborated with hiring managers to define talent needs and job requirements.
- Developed targeted recruitment strategies to attract qualified candidates.
- Leveraged social media and professional networking platforms to source qualified candidates.
- Managed job postings on various platforms to enhance visibility.
- Conducted interviews and evaluated candidate qualifications and fit.
- Provided guidance and support to hiring managers throughout the interview process.
- Performed reference checks on potential candidates prior to extending offers of employment.
- Negotiated job offers and terms of employment to secure top candidates.
- Managed onboarding processes including background checks, new hire paperwork and orientation materials.
- Coordinated onboarding processes for new hires, ensuring smooth transitions.
- Conducted full-cycle recruitment process including sourcing, screening, interviewing and negotiating offers for technical positions.
- Built talent pipeline according to core company values and role requirements.
- Enhanced employer branding through strategic partnerships, events, and social media presence.
Business Manager Allied Health and Community
Flexi Personnel
Laverton, Victoria
05.2015 - 04.2018
- Identified new market opportunities through comprehensive industry research and analysis.
- Developed strategic partnerships to enhance business growth and expand client base.
- Created and delivered compelling presentations to potential clients and stakeholders.
- Identified potential clients, built relationships, and negotiated contracts.
- Maintained a database of existing customers and prospective leads.
- Developed recruitment strategies to attract top talent across various industries.
- Built relationships with candidates, providing guidance throughout the hiring process.
- Maintained a database of current and prospective employees for future job openings.
- Managed communication between hiring managers, candidates, HR team members, vendors and suppliers during the entire recruitment cycle.
- Developed targeted campaigns using creative methods that were designed to reach passive job seekers who weren't actively searching for new opportunities.
- Created job postings, sourced resumes, screened applicants and coordinated interviews.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws regarding employment practices within the organization's jurisdiction.
Education
Human Resources Training
Australian Human Resources Institute
Melbourne01-2005
Bachelor of Science - Applied Psychology
Victoria University
Melbourne, VIC01-2000
Skills
Candidate assessment and tracking
- Sourcing and recruitment strategies
- Stakeholder collaboration
- Talent pipeline development
- Effective communication skills
- Relationship building and management
- Process improvement initiatives
- Cold calling techniques
- Career fair coordination
- Interviewing techniques and strategies
- HRIS management
Affiliations
- I enjoy growing my own herbs, chillies and some veggies
- Making pickled veggies and homemade chili oil
- Baking, cooking and meal prepping.
Timeline
Talent Acquisition Specialist
APM
07.2023 - Current
Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist
Baptcare
10.2021 - 07.2022
Recruitment Consultant (agency/contract)
Interchange Bench / Slade Group
04.2021 - 09.2021
Senior Recruitment Specialist (RPO)
H1 Healthcare
08.2020 - 03.2021
Senior Recruitment Consultant (360 Recruitment)
McArthur Management Services
10.2019 - 03.2020
National Recruitment Officer
Direct Freight Express
03.2019 - 10.2019
Lead Talent Acquisition Specialist
Zenitas
04.2018 - 03.2019
Business Manager Allied Health and Community
Flexi Personnel
05.2015 - 04.2018
Human Resources Training
Australian Human Resources Institute
Bachelor of Science - Applied Psychology
Victoria University
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