Kelly C. Roberto

Sr. Talent Acquisition Partner @ Woodward, Inc.

About

I believe great talent should never go unseen, and that the right tools and clarity can turn a job search into a powerful opportunity. With over 20 years in recruiting, HR, and talent development, I’ve helped organizations grow with the right people, and helped professionals step confidently into their next roles. As Sr. Talent Acquisition Partner at Woodward, I solve complex hiring challenges across engineering, operations, and specialized roles. As Founder of The Job Hack, I equip job seekers with simple, practical tools to stand out, speak clearly about their strengths, and interview with confidence.I’ve worked across continents and industries, led HR teams through growth and change, and built trust with leaders, candidates, and teams alike.Key achievements:• Led high-impact recruiting across the U.S. and Brazil, including hard-to-fill technical roles• Built and managed HR functions supporting 1,000+ employees across operations and corporate• Founded The Job Hack, a platform built from recruiter logic to help job seekers make their experience clear in fast hiring environments• Former Forbes HR Council Member sharing hiring and career insights• Known for clear communication, fast problem-solving, and a human-first approach to hiringWhether you’re hiring or job searching, I bring real-world insight, strategic thinking, and the clarity to help you move forward.Let’s connect if you’re building a team, navigating a career move, or want to collaborate on simplifying the job search for others.

Country

United States

City

Greater Orlando

Industry

Mechanical Or Industrial Engineering

Skill

Talent Development, Hiring, Training and Development (HR), Cross-Cultural Communication, Team Leadership, HR Operations, Operations Support, Workforce Planning, Team Alignment, Change Management, Team Building, HR Strategy, Conflict Resolution, Hard-to-Fill Recruiting, Stakeholder Management, Hiring Strategy, Problem Solving, Full Life Cycle Recruiting, Strategic Thinking, Coaching

Experience

Sr. Talent Acquisition Partner

Woodward, Inc.

2022-3 - Present · 4 yrs 7 mos

United States

I help our teams hire great talent for roles that are often hard to fill. My work sits where speed, clarity, people skills, and strategy all meet, and that’s where I do my best work. What I’m known for: • handling a high number of open roles while keeping the process clear and human • solving tough hiring needs with calm, speed, and good judgment • helping leaders make confident and fair decisions • keeping communication simple, honest, and respectful for every candidate • bringing consistency and clarity to the hiring process • supporting teams as they grow with the right people, not just fast hires What drives me: • helping people grow into the right roles • building teams that work well together • caring about the business as much as the people • supporting leaders with clear and strategic thinking

Human Resources Manager - Americas

Woodward, Inc.

2021-4 - 2022-3 · 1 yr

Fort Collins, Colorado, United States

I supported leaders across the Americas and helped teams work better together during fast changes and growth. What I’m known for: • coaching leaders through daily challenges • improving communication and trust across teams • supporting hiring and development in busy seasons • helping teams stay aligned and strong What drove me: • building honest relationships • caring for the business and for the people • making complex moments easier to navigate

Senior Human Resources Business Partner

Woodward, Inc.

2017-3 - 2021-4 · 4 yrs 2 mos

Fort Collins, Colorado, Estados Unidos

I supported Operations in a facility with 1,000+ employees, helping leaders and teams work through fast changes and daily challenges. What I’m known for: • guiding leaders through labor relations • helping teams solve problems early and stay aligned • supporting hiring, growth, and development • keeping communication honest, simple, and human What drove me: • helping people feel supported during hard moments • giving leaders clear guidance when decisions were tough • building stronger teamwork across a large, complex site

Human Resources Manager - Brazil

Woodward, Inc.

2012-3 - 2017-3 · 5 yrs 1 mo

Campinas Area, Brazil

I led HR for the Brazil site and supported the business during expansion, new projects, and big changes. What I’m known for: • leading hiring for new business units • improving morale and leader accountability • building trust across global and local teams • supporting people through transitions What drove me: • putting the right people in the right roles • supporting leaders with clarity • building strong connections across the site