Alejandra Rodríguez Echave

- Manage a team of 17 recruiters delivering end-to-end talent solutions for U.S. tech clients, from AI startups to enterprise software firms. - Drive recruitment strategy for niche technical roles, including Software Engineering, Mobile Engineering, DevOps, Cloud, and specialized AI/ML Engineering. - Manage U.S. stakeholder relationships, providing data-driven consulting on market trends, salary benchmarks, and talent availability. - Implement advanced sourcing tech stacks, utilizing AI-driven tools and Boolean expertise to engage LATAM top-tier passive talent in competitive U.S. hubs.

- Report directly to the CEO, advising on strategic decision-making, organizational planning, and aligning people strategy with business goals during a high-growth phase. - Led talent acquisition efforts via LinkedIn Recruiter, reducing time-to-hire and improving candidate quality, resulting in a 54% headcount growth in 12 months. - Designed and executed a comprehensive HR strategy to support company scaling. - Developed and standardized onboarding and offboarding processes to ensure a seamless employee lifecycle experience. - Managed payroll processes and ensured compliance in coordination with external consultants. - Managed KPI-based performance frameworks to boost engagement and accountability. - Coordinated and executed employee appraisal cycles, tying evaluations to measurable performance and career development goals.

- Acted as a strategic advisor to the CEO and executive team, contributing to top-level decision-making and business planning. - Founded the HR department from the ground up, building all core policies, processes, and strategies. - Provided HR Business Partner support to business heads on workforce planning, employee relations, and retention. - Led global recruitment strategies and talent sourcing for staff augmentation, scaling the international workforce by 60% in one year. - Oversaw end-to-end hiring for senior technical roles, including job design, interviews, and psychometric evaluations. - Developed employee-first initiatives to strengthen culture, including internal comms, L&D programs, and recognition systems. - Implemented structured performance management and appraisal frameworks focused on merit-based progression and continuous feedback.

- Established foundational policies, procedures, and systems—covering onboarding, offboarding, payroll, performance, engagement, and training. - Collaborated with business leaders to develop workforce plans, optimize team structures, and drive employee relations best practices. - Designed and executed an international hiring strategy for tech and support roles, increasing global headcount by 60% within 12 months. - Developed the full recruitment lifecycle—crafted job descriptions, conducted interviews, administered psychometric and technical assessments, and managed offer negotiations for senior technical profiles. - Launched internal communication programs, L&D workshops, and recognition initiatives that strengthened company culture and employee retention. - Introduced structured appraisal frameworks with clear metrics, promoting a feedback-driven, merit-based development culture. - Started tracking key HR metrics (e.g., time-to-hire, retention rates, engagement scores) to inform iterative improvements.

- Development and research of articles for a web platform for Comprehensive Sexuality Education for Adolescents. - Construction and development of Comprehensive Sexuality Education Workshops for Adolescents. - Preparation and development of interviews with parents and Comprehensive Sexuality Education professionals.

- Created candidate profiles and job descriptions aligned with client requirements. - Managed full recruitment cycle—including sourcing, conducting competency-based interviews, assessment testing, and candidate selection. - Supported broader HR initiatives: training sessions, performance feedback, and retention strategies.

- Delivered psychological support during individual and group therapy sessions and prepared comprehensive evaluation reports. - Designed training materials for clinical staff to improve patient care quality and staff wellbeing.

Delivered one-on-one and group therapy sessions; created psychological evaluation reports. Designed training sessions for clinical and support staff.

- Supported full-cycle recruitment: screened CVs, coordinated interviews, conducted reference checks. - Developed candidate shortlists and presentation decks for clients, enhancing selection efficiency.

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