Kim Elzinga
Summary
I'm a seasoned HR Support Specialist and Talent Acquisition Lead with 17 years of experience in mining and professional services. Known for my integrity and drive for exceptional results, I thrive in HR and Talent roles. I’m skilled at consulting with teams and forging strong relationships across all organisational levels. Eager to leverage my expertise in new HR and Talent Acquisition opportunities.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
HR SPECIALIST / TALENT ACQUISITION LEAD
Heathgate Resources
03.2023 - Current
- Maintained personnel records and statistical data to establish accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.
- Managed benefits administration for company-wide staff, ensuring timely processing and accurate recordkeeping.
- Facilitated smooth onboarding processes for new hires, leading to faster integration into the workplace culture.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws through regular audits and policy updates.
- Enhanced employee satisfaction by implementing streamlined HR policies and procedures.
- Streamlined recruitment processes, expediting the hiring of qualified candidates.
- Collaborated with department managers to identify staffing needs and create strategic recruiting plans.
- Developed performance management systems that allowed for accurate tracking of employee progress and goal achievement.
- Assisted employees in resolving conflicts through mediation services, leading to improved working relationships among team members.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to foster professional growth.
- Developed and maintained up-to-date database of employee records, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
- Streamlined exit interview processes, gathering insights to improve employee satisfaction and retention strategies.
- Coordinated with external training providers to offer specialized development programs for staff.
- Promoted culture of continuous improvement, encouraging staff to share innovative ideas for organizational growth.
Talent Acquisition Specialist
LENDI
05.2022 - 03.2023
- Evaluated resumes, interviewed, and presented qualified candidates to hiring managers and solicited feedback to refine recruiting strategy.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to determine job requirements and understand departmental needs.
- Conducted telephone and in-person interviews to assess candidate experience and qualifications.
- Developed and maintained applicant tracking system, tracking all job openings, applicants and interviewing activity.
- Provided regular updates on talent acquisition performance metrics to senior leadership, supporting data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement efforts.
- Managed full-cycle recruiting process for multiple roles simultaneously while maintaining high-quality standards in candidate assessment and selection.
- Provided regular updates to hiring managers and HR staff on recruitment activities and progress.
- Reduced time-to-fill for open positions by implementing efficient recruitment strategies and effective collaboration with hiring managers.
TALENT ACQUISITION BUSINESS PARTNER
Korn Ferry
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Manage the end-to-end recruitment processes, delivering tailored recruitment strategies ensuring to source attract and retain the right candidate
- Utilise innovative sourcing strategies and determine optimal job advertising mix such as job boards, career pages and social networks to attract diverse candidates in every role
- Communicate effectively with hiring managers to identify present and future needs of the company
- Carried out project recruitments on various accounts such as icareNSW, Aust Post and Cummins
- Managed an insourcing project for a team of 30 for icareNSW and a key panel for Aust Post on a 6-week long project to hire 300 front line staff
- Resolve complaints, determine the origin of the problem, select, and explain the best approach to remedy the issue, expedited correction or adjustment and perform follow up to ensure that the problem is resolved
- Display experience in managing phone calls and all correspondences in a fast-paced environment, showing the ability to think quickly.
HR SUPPORT / TALENT AQUISITION
Healthgate Resources Pty Ltd
08.2019 - 03.2021
- Collaborated with colleagues to provide efficient HR services in a dynamic environment
- Collaborated with the Aboriginal Engagement team and ran various projects including events and engagement projects
- Spearhead the internship programs and collaborated with various Universities and Corporate Bodies to roll out campaigns
- Performed duties such as drafting, placing advertisements, and preparing integrated selection methods as well as provide advice to support managers and supervisors
- Managed staff recruitment and selection process as well as prepare selection reports, conduct reference checks, arrange medicals, and police clearance applications
- Constructed offers of employments, prepared welcome packs and onboarding paperwork for the accepted candidate
- Assisted with the preparation of recruitment budget reports, compliance, productivity, turnover, training, exit data, staff surveys, recruitment response rates and other HR metrics.
- Utilised strong communication skills in resolving HR queries, problems, and conflicts
- Displayed effectiveness in leading project assignments as directed by the managers and supervisors.
- Provided guidance to managers on employee development, performance management, and corrective action processes.
- Maintained accurate personnel records through diligent documentation of employment actions such as hires, promotions, transfers, terminations, or leaves of absence.
- Orchestrated strategic recruitment approaches to engage talented and highly qualified candidates.
SNR RECRUITMENT CONSULTANT / PARTNERSHIPS / EVENTS
Cox Purtell Staffing Services
09.2012 - 05.2019
- Managed and created project plans and sales opportunities for across all divisions for Cox Purtell in Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide
- Carried out events coordination duties and marketing activities, by identifying, assembling, and organising requirements for each event
- Particularly focused on Human Resources events
- Maintained leadership by providing motivation, direction and support for the team
- Communicated openly and effectively with clients regularly to check on their needs and offer solutions
- Implementing and executing strategies to generate new leads and increase sales through attracting new clients.
- Provided project planning and support on strategic projects and events.
- Fostered and maintained effective relationships with agreed external parties such as engaging with outsource suppliers and providers.
- Served as a trusted advisor to both clients and candidates in all stages of the recruitment process.
- Reduced time-to-fill ratios by proactively sourcing candidates through various channels such as job boards, LinkedIn, and referrals.
- Conducted thorough reference checks to verify candidate credentials and minimize potential risks associated with poor hiring decisions.
- Developed comprehensive interview processes to accurately assess candidate qualifications and fit for clients'' needs.
- Implemented diversity-focused recruiting initiatives that increased representation of underrepresented groups within the company workforce.
- Initiated partnerships with educational institutions to create a pipeline of qualified talent for future roles within the organization.
- Enhanced employer branding with innovative marketing campaigns for optimal talent acquisition.
- Led a team of junior consultants, providing mentorship and guidance in achieving their professional goals.
SENIOR RECRUITMENT CONSULTANT
Randstad
04.2011 - 09.2012
CONSULTANT / SENIOR RECRUITMENT CONSULTANT
Hays Recruitment
04.2009 - 04.2011
Education
Diploma HR
Australian Institute of Management
Adelaide 01.2024
Certificate IV in Sales and Marketing -
Leadership Management Australia
05.2015
Certificate IV in Business Studies -
Leadership Management Australia
09.2009
Skills
- Customer Relationship Building
- Business Leadership
- Business Development
- Process Improvements
- Employee Motivation
- Strategic Planning
- LinkedIn Recruiting
- Recruitment Advertising
- Recruitment Process Outsourcing
- Behavioral Interviewing
- Candidate Sourcing
- Talent Acquisition
- Executive Search
- Passive Candidate Engagement
- Technical recruiting
- Applicant Tracking Systems
Attributes
- Highest standards of ethics and professional integrity.
- Driven and assertive with strong time management skills.
- Tenacious with strong analytical ability and keen attention to detail.
- Flexible and able to handle multiple and/or changing priorities and deadlines.
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
Referees
Available upon request
Timeline
HR SPECIALIST / TALENT ACQUISITION LEAD
Heathgate Resources
03.2023 - Current
Talent Acquisition Specialist
LENDI
05.2022 - 03.2023
TALENT ACQUISITION BUSINESS PARTNER
Korn Ferry
05.2021 - 05.2022
HR SUPPORT / TALENT AQUISITION
Healthgate Resources Pty Ltd
08.2019 - 03.2021
SNR RECRUITMENT CONSULTANT / PARTNERSHIPS / EVENTS
Cox Purtell Staffing Services
09.2012 - 05.2019
SENIOR RECRUITMENT CONSULTANT
Randstad
04.2011 - 09.2012
CONSULTANT / SENIOR RECRUITMENT CONSULTANT
Hays Recruitment
04.2009 - 04.2011
Diploma HR
Australian Institute of Management
Certificate IV in Sales and Marketing -
Leadership Management Australia
Certificate IV in Business Studies -
Leadership Management Australia
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