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Yumi Zhang

Sydney,NSW

Summary

  • Visionary Talent Acquisition Leader with proven expertise in global hiring, strategic sourcing, and executive search within technology-driven environments.
  • Experienced in market mapping, talent intelligence, and proactive workforce planning to address skills gaps and labor challenges.
  • A strong influencer with the ability to engage, develop, and lead high-performing teams while aligning recruitment strategies with business objectives.
  • Passionate about data-driven decision-making, employer branding, and talent community engagement through innovative CRM/ATS solutions.
  • Dedicated to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives and fostering gender-balanced hiring strategies.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Manager - Talent Acquisition & Engagement

TMGM Group
Sydney
05.2023 - Current

Fintech

  • Led and developed a high-performing global TA team of 9, driving strategic hiring initiatives across APAC, UK, and US markets.
  • Reimagined recruitment processes by integrating AI-driven sourcing tools, automation, and predictive hiring analytics to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
  • Designed and executed talent mapping strategies to proactively identify, attract, and retain top-tier talent in highly competitive markets.
  • Engaged and developed talent communities using CRM and ATS platforms, fostering long-term relationships with high-potential candidates.
  • Partnered with C-level executives and senior management to drive data-informed hiring decisions aligned with business growth objectives.
  • Spearheaded the implementation of technology automation in recruitment workflows, reducing time-to-hire and improving candidate experience.
  • Championed diversity and inclusion hiring programs, embedding best practices into sourcing strategies and talent pipelines.
  • Led strategic workforce planning initiatives, analyzing global labor trends and skills gaps to mitigate future hiring challenges.
  • Developed executive-level business cases showcasing recruitment ROI, influencing key stakeholders to invest in TA innovations.
  • Represented TMGM at global talent forums, industry events, and recruitment fairs to strengthen employer branding and talent attraction efforts.
  • Achievement:
  • CEO Award Team Leader
  • CoE Participation

Senior Talent Partner

Qualtrics
06.2021 - 02.2023

SaaS & Professional Services

  • Led full-cycle APJ recruiting management for two major internal customer groups, resulting in successful hires and improved team performance
  • Optimized existing talent and operational processes through effective project management, increasing efficiency and cost savings
  • Developed and implemented high-quality regional recruitment, interviewing selection, and strategic onboarding processes, improving candidate experience and retention
  • Drove talent acquisition challenges across several departments, hosting the APJ Hiring Committee to debrief candidates and share insights
  • Led and participated in various internal Talent Acquisition projects, including TA data analysis, TAS implementation, talent branding, and DEI hiring programs, resulting in increased diversity and inclusion in the workplace
  • Developed DEI recruitment strategies, aligning hiring efforts with gender diversity targets and broader inclusion initiatives.

Achievement:

  • Achieved double bonus reward in 2022 as the top performer
  • Selected as APAC hiring committee host for hiring debrief with leaders

Talent Acquisition Specialist - Strategic Sourcing

Amazon Web Services
10.2018 - 05.2021

IaaS & IT Services

  • Spearheaded the development of talent sourcing strategies and streamlined the hiring process to support business expansion and accelerate hiring time cycles in the APAC region
  • Successfully sourced, qualified, and matched candidates for hard-to-fill technical positions
  • Worked collaboratively with recruiters and hiring managers to identify and attract top talent for various roles
  • Developed data-backed hiring strategies to address in-country hiring complexities and ensure alignment with business growth plans.
  • Partnered with leadership to advance DEI recruitment strategies, aligning hiring efforts with gender diversity targets and broader inclusion initiatives.

APAC Talent Business Partner

Gartner & SHL
05.2017 - 09.2018

Professional Services

  • Managed end-to-end recruitment process for the APAC region, from sourcing to on-boarding support for new hires
  • Coordinated with the global compensation team, L&D, and payroll for salary negotiation and evaluation of salary bands
  • Managed internal referrals, applications, and mobility programs to support employee development and career progression
  • Proactively generated recruiting campaigns and initiatives to meet the business's current and upcoming recruiting demands
  • Utilized data analytics and reporting to track recruitment metrics, identify areas for improvement, and make data-driven decisions

Recruitment Consultant

External Recruitment Agency
01.2011 - 05.2017
  • Built strong relationships with clients through regular communication and understanding their unique needs.
  • Negotiated competitive compensation packages on behalf of clients and candidates to ensure successful placements.
  • Improved client satisfaction by consistently providing high-quality candidates for various positions.
  • Coordinated interviews between clients and candidates to ensure seamless scheduling and communication throughout the process.

Education

Graduate Certificate - Human Resource Management

University of Technology Sydney
Sydney, NSW

Bachelor - Business Management

Shanghai University of Finance And Economics
Shanghai

Skills

  • Talent Acquisition & Strategic Sourcing Executive Search Global Hiring
  • AI & Automation in Recruitment Process Optimization Technology Innovation
  • Market Intelligence & Talent Mapping Competitive Benchmarking
  • CRM & ATS Management Talent Community Development
  • Workforce Planning & Skills Gap Analysis Business Case Development ROI Analysis
  • Data Analytics & Insights Pipeline Optimization Decision-Making
  • Leadership & Team Development High-Performance Coaching
  • Stakeholder Management & Executive Influence C-Suite & Global Partnership Engagement
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Programs Gender Action Plan Initiatives Inclusive Hiring Strategies

Certification

Hogan Certificate, Mercer International Position Evaluation

Systems

  • Employment Hero
  • Workable
  • Greenhouse
  • Beamery
  • ICIMS
  • LinkedIn Talent Insight

Skills

  • Strategic Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

Timeline

Senior Manager - Talent Acquisition & Engagement

TMGM Group
05.2023 - Current

Senior Talent Partner

Qualtrics
06.2021 - 02.2023

Talent Acquisition Specialist - Strategic Sourcing

Amazon Web Services
10.2018 - 05.2021

APAC Talent Business Partner

Gartner & SHL
05.2017 - 09.2018

Recruitment Consultant

External Recruitment Agency
01.2011 - 05.2017

Graduate Certificate - Human Resource Management

University of Technology Sydney

Bachelor - Business Management

Shanghai University of Finance And Economics
Yumi Zhang