Andreea Catalina Popescu

- Managed 360° IT recruitment, overseeing the full hiring cycle from sourcing and screening to interviewing, feedback, and offer negotiation. - Conducted the full recruitment lifecycle for IT and tech roles, including software developers, QA engineers, DevOps specialists, Project Managers, Systems/Network Administrators, Cybersecurity specialists, etc. - Designed and executed targeted sourcing strategies using Boolean search and other talent databases to attract top-tier IT professionals. - Conducted structured interviews (HR and technical pre-screens) to assess both technical competencies and cultural fit. - Provided timely and consistent feedback to candidates, ensuring a positive experience throughout the recruitment journey. - Partnered closely with business managers to understand technical requirements and team dynamics, tailoring recruitment strategies accordingly. - Managed the offer process end-to-end, including salary negotiation, offer presentation, and contract coordination. - Fostered strong relationships with passive and active candidates, building long-term talent pipelines for future IT openings. - Supported continuous improvement by analyzing recruitment data and contributing ideas to optimize sourcing and hiring processes.

As the world leader in engineering and technical consultancy, the ALTEN group conducts research and development projects for key actors in different sectors. ALTEN Romania offers support for the development strategies of its clients in the research and innovation industries, informatic systems and engineering, since 1996. Responsibilities: - Inserted and updated candidate and recruitment data in the internal database to ensure accurate and up-to-date records. - Scheduled and coordinated HR interviews, ensuring a smooth experience for both candidates and interviewers. - Delivered timely and constructive feedback to candidates through email and phone communication. - Managed end-to-end recruitment efforts, including job postings, applicant screening, and proactive headhunting. - Built and maintained strong candidate relationships to support future hiring needs. - Applied advanced search techniques and Boolean logic to source high-quality candidates aligned with client requirements. - Participated in internal training sessions to continually enhance recruitment strategies and industry knowledge. - Developed targeted applicant portfolios for anticipated hiring needs using Boolean search methodologies.

Provided comprehensive individualized ABA therapy services to children ages 2-5 with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Completed detailed data collection, graphing, and analysis of treatment effectiveness. Created and implemented individualized lesson plans to teach a variety of skills, including language, communication, social, and play skills.

Gained knowledge regarding the accreditation and licensing procedures for elderly centers Gained knowledge about the legislation regarding social services Developed strong research skills and analytical skills while doing a research based on the legislation of different Europen states, including Romania.

I entered data for the company's website, added products to the online store and managed the relationship with customers. I have also communicated with different collaborators to optimize the company's online experience. Proficient in using MS Office, including Excel, Word and Outlook Skilled in preparing and sorting documents for data entry, verifying data, and correcting data. Managed the company’s social media accounts, including Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok, to ensure brand consistency and a positive customer experience. Monitored and responded to customer inquiries on social media.

Relevant Modules: Educational Psychology, Vocational Counseling, The Psychology of Trauma, Psychological Intervensions in Critical Situations in the Educational Environment Thesis: The impact of parental influences on the relationship between socio-cultural pressure and appearance anxiety in young people The research results showed that there is a valuable connection between parental influences, socio-cultural pressure and anxiety related to body appearance. The study examined the interaction between the three variables and discussed specific insightful strategies such as coping to reduce anxiety and to improve how youth manage the pressure caused by body appearance.

Relevant Modules: Communication and Personal Development, Neuropsychology, Parenting, Judicial Psychology, Organizational Psychology Thesis: The influence of stress caused by Sars-Cov-2 on social anxiety. The mediating role of resilience and personality traits in youth. The research results showed that stress caused by the Sars-Cov-2 virus signifcantly influences social anxiety and also stress is closely related to the personality traits. Thus, the study explained how the four variables interact and which strategies can be address to reduce stress and prevent social anxiety, especially with the use of coping methods that can benefit people's mental health.