Laura Stevens

As a Senior HR Recruiter, I specialize in full-cycle talent acquisition, partnering with hiring managers to attract and hire top talent, while supporting strategic workforce planning to drive organizational success. Lead end-to-end recruitment processes including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding of top talent. Collaborate with hiring managers to understand workforce needs and develop effective recruitment strategies. Drive employer branding and talent acquisition initiatives to attract high-quality candidates. Support strategic workforce planning through market analysis, talent forecasting, and process improvements.

As a Director in Recruiting, I lead strategic hiring initiatives, aligning talent acquisition with business objectives. I oversee recruitment operations, mentor teams, and drive efficient, inclusive, and data-informed hiring practices to support organizational success. Spearheaded the development and execution of end-to-end recruitment strategies aligned with organizational goals and workforce planning. Directed and coached high-performing recruitment teams, ensuring delivery of consistent, high-quality talent acquisition outcomes. Leveraged data and analytics to optimize key hiring metrics, including time-to-fill, quality-of-hire, and candidate experience. Collaborated with executive leadership to anticipate talent needs and build scalable, future-focused recruitment pipelines. Led diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives by embedding inclusive practices across all stages of the recruitment lifecycle.

As an Account Manager, I oversaw key client relationships, ensured the delivery of high-quality services, and identified strategic opportunities to drive account growth and long-term client satisfaction. Served as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring consistent communication and high levels of satisfaction. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored solutions that met client objectives and timelines. Identified and pursued opportunities for account growth through strategic upselling and cross-selling initiatives. Monitored key account metrics to assess performance, address issues proactively, and optimize service delivery. Conducted regular business reviews with clients to align strategies, report outcomes, and reinforce long-term partnerships.

As Head of Recruitment, I oversaw end-to-end talent acquisition, aligning hiring strategies with business objectives to attract, hire, and retain high-caliber talent. Directed the design and implementation of recruitment strategies aligned with organizational objectives and workforce planning. Led and developed high-performing recruitment teams to drive efficiency, consistency, and exceptional candidate experiences. Collaborated with executive leadership to forecast hiring needs and support strategic talent acquisition initiatives. Enhanced employer branding and sourcing strategies to attract and retain top-tier talent in competitive markets. Ensured full compliance with employment regulations while continuously improving recruitment KPIs, including time-to-hire and quality-of-hire.

As a C-Level Executive, I provided strategic leadership and collaborated with stakeholders to drive sustainable growth and achieve organizational objectives. Provided strategic leadership to define and implement corporate vision, ensuring alignment with business objectives and market trends. Partnered with the board and executive team to drive sustainable growth, operational efficiency, and innovation. Directed financial oversight, resource management, and risk mitigation to maximize organizational profitability and resilience. Cultivated a high-performance culture through leadership development, succession planning, and effective change management. Facilitated cross-functional collaboration to optimize processes, elevate customer experience, and strengthen competitive advantage.

As Head of Talent Acquisition Specialist, I led strategic recruitment initiatives, aligning talent acquisition efforts with organizational goals to attract and retain high-quality candidates while enhancing employer branding and recruitment efficiency. Spearheaded the development and execution of comprehensive talent acquisition strategies to attract high-caliber candidates across diverse functions. Collaborated with executive leadership to align hiring initiatives with organizational workforce planning and long-term business goals. Utilized data-driven insights to optimize recruitment performance, improving key metrics such as time-to-hire and quality-of-hire. Led employer branding initiatives to enhance the organization's market presence and position as an employer of choice. Directed and developed a high-performing talent acquisition team, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.

As a Recruiting professional, I managed full-cycle recruitment, aligning talent acquisition efforts with organizational objectives to attract and secure high-quality candidates. Managed full-cycle recruitment, encompassing sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding to secure top talent. Partnered with hiring managers to accurately define role requirements and implement effective sourcing strategies. Leveraged diverse recruitment channels and tools to attract a broad and qualified candidate pool. Maintained and nurtured candidate pipelines, ensuring a seamless and positive candidate experience. Provided data-driven insights on talent market trends and recruitment metrics to support workforce planning.