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Maddy Rhodes-Laird

Townsville

Summary

Experienced 360 Recruitment Consultant known for driving growth and building strategic partnerships. Demonstrated leadership and collaboration skills with a talent for adapting to changing market needs. Expert in client relationship management, market analysis, and strategic planning. Dependable and goal-oriented, with a proven track record in full-cycle recruitment, including sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding. Utilizes strategic approaches to attract top talent and consistently delivers effective recruitment solutions while fostering strong client relationships.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Recruitment Consultant

Healthcare Professionals Group
03.2020 - Current
  • Full 360 recruitment role
  • Strong focus on business development within the healthcare space
  • Sourced candidates for multiple roles across a range of verticals including Finance, HR, Customer Service & Warehouse/logistics.
  • Candidate interview/job search coaching
  • Built an extensive pipeline of potential deals by actively seeking out new business opportunities and engaging in proactive outreach efforts.
  • Conducted thorough reference checks to verify candidate credentials and minimize potential risks associated with poor hiring decisions.
  • Conducted regular market research analysis to stay current on industry trends and competitor activities for strategic decision-making purposes.
  • Reduced time-to-fill ratios by proactively sourcing candidates through various channels such as job boards, LinkedIn, and referrals.
  • Negotiated contracts with key clients, securing long-term partnerships and driving consistent revenue growth.
  • Increased candidate retention rates by conducting regular follow-ups and offering support throughout their employment journey.
  • Writing job postings and job descriptions for various job boards.
  • Served as a trusted advisor to both clients and candidates in all stages of the recruitment process, ensuring clear communication and expectations management.

Recruitment Consultant

Ambition - AccountAbility
08.2019 - 02.2020
  • Generated business activity by establishing new client contacts and maintaining existing clientele
  • Sourced passive and active quality candidates, using both SEEK Premium Talent search and Linked In Recruiter platforms
  • Effectively screened, interviewed and registered candidates for accounting support roles across all industries
  • Writing and posting employment averts for roles within the finance sector, to attract excellent candidates
  • Coordinating background and reference checks on applicants to ascertain the suitablity for selected roles

Recruitment Consultant

McArthur
04.2015 - 08.2019
  • Assigned to recruiting personal care attendants through a process of screening documentation, interviewing candidates and administering psychological testing
  • Tasked with coordinating care plans and work schedules for personal care attendants across a wide range of Non for Profit and Local Government Organisations
  • Presenting personal development sessions for new candidates, including Occupational Health and Safety and induction
  • Conducting performance appraisals, providing mentoring and individual support for personal care attendants
  • Payroll operations, ensuring the accuracy of invoices, approval of timesheets and delivery of payment
  • In person cliental appointments for existing and potential clienteles to negotiate goals, receive feedback and build trust
  • Leading junior staff in key tasks, providing assistance, support and advice

Education

Bachelor of Science - Applied Psychology

Deakin University
Melbourne, VIC
03-2015

Skills

  • Client management
  • Social media proficiency
  • Candidate sourcing
  • Cold calling
  • Job market analysis
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Relationship building
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Documentation and recordkeeping
  • Microsoft office
  • Customer relationship management
  • Recruitment and hiring
  • Training and development

Timeline

Senior Recruitment Consultant

Healthcare Professionals Group
03.2020 - Current

Recruitment Consultant

Ambition - AccountAbility
08.2019 - 02.2020

Recruitment Consultant

McArthur
04.2015 - 08.2019

Bachelor of Science - Applied Psychology

Deakin University
Maddy Rhodes-Laird