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Mark Russo

Mark Russo

Preston,Australia

Summary

Dynamic Talent Acquisition Specialist with a proven track record at Revo Fitness, adept in leveraging LinkedIn Recruiter and Boolean searches to attract top talent. Recognised for exceeding recruitment targets and enhancing employer branding, while fostering strong relationships with hiring managers. Exceptional communication and strategic thinking skills drive successful recruitment outcomes.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Revo Fitness
03.2024 - Current
  • Company Overview: Revo Fitness is a rapidly growing fitness chain dedicated to providing affordable and accessible fitness solutions to the community.
  • Managing end-to-end recruitment processes for various roles, ensuring seamless experience for both candidates and hiring managers.
  • Managing anywhere up to 20 vacancies at one point in time across Operations and Headquarters recruitment.
  • Collaborating closely with department heads to understand their hiring needs and develop tailored recruitment strategies, maintaining a proactive approach.
  • Contributing to broader HR initiatives, including employee engagement, onboarding processes, and performance development review processes enhancing the overall workplace culture.
  • Crafting compelling job advertisements and utilising multiple sourcing channels to attract top talent in a competitive market.
  • Conducting thorough interviews and assessments, while maintaining a focus on candidate experience throughout the hiring process and creating engaging interview guides.
  • Utilising data-driven insights to improve recruitment practices and support the growth of the organisation.
  • Assisting in the development of a strong employer brand to attract high-quality candidates aligned with our values and mission.
  • Revo Fitness is a rapidly growing fitness chain dedicated to providing affordable and accessible fitness solutions to the community.

Public Sector Team Lead

Fetch Recruitment
02.2023 - 03.2024
  • Company Overview: Fetch Recruitment is an Industry Specialist in Permanent, Contract, and Temporary recruitment across a wide range of roles within the Built Environment.
  • Spearheading the establishment of the Local Government Sector at Fetch Recruitment, resulting in the establishment of robust relationships and impressive outcomes.
  • Specialised in recruitment services for the Engineering, Construction, and Planning sectors, delivering tailored solutions to clients and candidates alike.
  • Successfully managed end-to-end recruitment processes while consistently attracting new business opportunities, contributing to the growth of the organisation.
  • Collaborated effectively with Council managers to meticulously define job descriptions and hiring criteria, ensuring alignment with their specific needs.
  • Demonstrated expertise in crafting compelling job advertisements, conducting rigorous candidate interviews and evaluations, thorough reference checks, and adept management of candidate expectations throughout the offer negotiation process.
  • Displayed strong leadership skills by guiding a growing team and facilitating the onboarding of new members, ensuring a seamless transition into the organisation.
  • Achieved great personal billings, exceeding $100,000 per quarter, demonstrating an exceptional track record in generating revenue for the company.
  • Fetch Recruitment is an Industry Specialist in Permanent, Contract, and Temporary recruitment across a wide range of roles within the Built Environment.

Acting Team Leader

Randstad Recruitment
02.2021 - 02.2023
  • Company Overview: Randstad is a global leader in the recruitment and HR services industry. Started at Randstad Recruitment as a Recruitment consultant and worked my way up to a Senior Consultant and finally Acting Team Lead.
  • Conducting comprehensive end-to-end recruitment processes, encompassing a deep understanding of clients' specific recruitment needs, the creation of compelling job advertisements, and adept candidate sourcing via platforms such as Seek Talent Search and LinkedIn.
  • Specialising in recruitment within the Engineering, Construction, and Planning sectors, I have consistently delivered tailored solutions that meet both clients' and candidates' specific needs, establishing a reputation as an industry specialist.
  • Dedication to ensuring the full compliance of candidates, a critical aspect of the recruitment process, in order to connect them with not just a job, but an organisation that aligns with their career aspirations and values.
  • My exceptional performance as a top biller has earned me rapid advancement to the position of Senior Consultant, a testament to my strong track record and contributions to the company's success.
  • In addition to my recruitment duties, I have taken on an increasing number of leadership responsibilities, including facilitating training sessions and assisting new consultants during their onboarding, exemplifying my commitment to team growth and development.
  • I have consistently achieved outstanding personal billings, surpassing $500,000 annually, demonstrating my ability to generate substantial revenue for the organisation.
  • Randstad is a global leader in the recruitment and HR services industry.

Accountant

Hume Partners
07.2019 - 02.2021
  • Company Overview: Hume Partners is a property investment company, with a focus on finding great investments and protecting their clients capital.
  • Collaborating with the financial team to support monthly reporting, while also meticulously reviewing all accounts upon completion to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial information.
  • Skillfully managing the intricacies of cash flow within a complex organisational structure on a weekly basis, contributing to the overall financial stability and liquidity of the company.
  • Playing a vital role in the payments department by conducting payment runs, ensuring that payables are consistently maintained and up to date.
  • Demonstrating a keen eye for detail by verifying the accuracy of invoices and efficiently resolving any discrepancies or other issues that may arise.
  • Going above and beyond by providing valuable assistance to the Scanlon Foundation in handling Ad Hoc duties.
  • Hume Partners is a property investment company, with a focus on finding great investments and protecting their clients capital.

Payroll Officer

Woolworths
03.2016 - 07.2019
  • Managing substantial sums of money with a keen focus on maintaining the safety and accuracy of cash registers.
  • Taking charge of payroll duties for a workforce of approximately 100 employees, using the Kronos system.
  • Excelling in various administrative functions, including the efficient handling of phone calls and email correspondence, providing prompt and professional responses.

Education

Bachelor of Business - Accounting and Finance

Latrobe University
01.2018

High School Diploma - Victorian Certificate of Education - VCE

William Ruthven Secondary College
01.2014

Skills

  • Recruitment strategy
  • Candidate sourcing
  • Interviewing techniques
  • Job advertisement crafting
  • Talent management
  • Client relationship management
  • Employer branding
  • Team leadership
  • Negotiation skills

Certification

  • First Aid Mental Health (For Office)
  • First Aid & CPR

References

Referees to be provided upon request.

Volunteer Experience

  • William Ruthven Primary School, Contributed dedicated volunteer services.
  • The Red Cross, Received Appreciation Certificate for volunteering efforts.

Affiliations

  • JobAdder and Bullhorn
  • IntelliHR and Definitiv
  • LinkedIn Recruiter and SEEK Talent Search
  • Boolean and X-ray searches
  • Gmail and Microsoft Suite
  • Microsoft Teams and Zoom

Timeline

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Revo Fitness
03.2024 - Current

Public Sector Team Lead

Fetch Recruitment
02.2023 - 03.2024

Acting Team Leader

Randstad Recruitment
02.2021 - 02.2023

Accountant

Hume Partners
07.2019 - 02.2021

Payroll Officer

Woolworths
03.2016 - 07.2019

Bachelor of Business - Accounting and Finance

Latrobe University

High School Diploma - Victorian Certificate of Education - VCE

William Ruthven Secondary College

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