Kaylie Pinniger
Perth,WA
Summary
With over a decade of experience in talent acquisition, I’ve helped fast-growing teams and established brands, particularly in the tech sector, attract and hire standout talent. I’ve worked across agencies, start-ups and in-house environments, building trusted partnerships and leading searches from specialist to C-suite level. My approach is strategic, people-focused, and adaptable, always driven by impact over process. I’m now excited to partner with a dynamic team that values creativity, flexibility, and results.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Recruitment Manager
DSW Capital
04.2024 - 05.2025
- Developed strategic recruitment framework to attract top talent.
- Integrated technology solutions to enhance operational processes.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives to boost productivity.
- Established talent pipeline development strategies for sustainable workforce growth.
- Enhanced employer branding to improve organizational visibility and attract candidates.
Executive Search Consultant
AMS
11.2022 - 03.2024
- Executed executive search for Deloitte across EMEA and NSE, aligning recruitment with business objectives.
- Evaluated C-suite candidates on technical and leadership competencies to identify top talent.
- Facilitated end-to-end offer negotiations to ensure seamless executive onboarding.
- Conducted executive market mapping for DSW Capital in UKI and Sweden, profiling C-suite talent.
- Analyzed competitor intelligence within tech and professional services sectors to inform strategic hiring.
- Provided insights to EXCO on market trends and competitive positioning to support decision-making.
Global Tech Recruiter
TYK API Management
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Spearheaded global technical recruitment across EMEA, APAC, and Americas for competitive API talent.
- Co-developed a comprehensive global hiring strategy to attract top candidates.
- Collaborated with hiring managers on effective workforce planning initiatives.
- Served as DEI Lead, promoting inclusive hiring practices throughout recruitment processes.
Operations Support Manager
Take Point Training Ltd.
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Drove process improvements and cross-departmental collaboration in operations and support teams.
- Streamlined workflows to enhance operational efficiency.
- Implemented contingency plans for business continuity during operational disruptions.
- Led response efforts to minimize impact of disruptions on service delivery.
- Maintained clear documentation for consistent service delivery across departments.
Technical Talent Consultant
PeopleSolved
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Developed job descriptions to attract top talent.
- Sourced candidates through various platforms and networks.
- Conducted interviews to assess candidate skills and fit.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to define job requirements.
- Managed candidate pipelines using applicant tracking systems.
- Coordinated onboarding processes for new hires effectively.
HR and Office Manager
OPSI Systems
01.2014 - 01.2016
People Training Coordinator
Real People
01.2012 - 01.2014
Contract Administrator
Lesaka Tech
01.2010 - 01.2012
Education
Matric -
Jan Viljoen High School
South Africa2010
Skills
LinkedIn Recruiter
Boolean searching
Global job boards
GitHub
Glassdoor
ATS systems
Salesforce, Workday
Workable, TeamTailor, and Vincere
Workplace
G Suite and MS365
Accomplishments
• Scaled a Series A tech start-up from 85 to 120 hires in under a year. • Partnered with C-suite to build a hiring strategy for global expansion. • Reduced time-to-hire by 40 percent through a tech-led process redesign.
Languages
- English
- Afrikaans
Sectors I've Hired For
- Tech (Product, Data, Engineering, Design)
- Professional Services
- Commercial, Leadership, People & Culture
Timeline
Recruitment Manager
DSW Capital
04.2024 - 05.2025
Executive Search Consultant
AMS
11.2022 - 03.2024
Global Tech Recruiter
TYK API Management
01.2022 - 08.2022
Operations Support Manager
Take Point Training Ltd.
01.2019 - 01.2021
Technical Talent Consultant
PeopleSolved
01.2017 - 01.2018
HR and Office Manager
OPSI Systems
01.2014 - 01.2016
People Training Coordinator
Real People
01.2012 - 01.2014
Contract Administrator
Lesaka Tech
01.2010 - 01.2012
Matric -
Jan Viljoen High School