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Brenna McCarthy

@brennamccarthy

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Experienced HR professional focused on training and development.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that values employee development and offers growth opportunities.

I am an experienced HR professional with a strong focus on training and development, recruiting, and employee relations. My career has been marked by my ability to work efficiently in fast-paced environments, ensuring that both organizational goals and employee needs are met. I hold a CIPD Level 5 HR Certificate and have gained valuable experience in various HR roles, which has equipped me with a comprehensive understanding of the HR landscape.

Currently, I serve as a Talent Advisor at Merck, where I source and recruit candidates for a range of roles, from entry-level to high-level positions. My previous experience includes working as a Sourcing Specialist at Trane Technologies, where I focused on technical roles and developed pipelines for future talent. I am passionate about fostering a positive workplace culture and am committed to continuous improvement in all aspects of talent acquisition and employee development.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Talent Advisor

Current

Randstad Sourceright

May 2023 - Present (2 years 2 months)

Performed essential talent advisory work for assigned clients, focusing on their specific recruitment needs. Collaborated with client teams to ensure successful candidate placements and talent acquisition strategies.

Talent Acquisition Client Management Recruitment Strategy Sourcing

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Talent Advisor - Recruiter

Current

Merck

Apr 2025 - Present (3 months)

Sourced and recruited candidates for various roles, from entry-level to high-level positions, utilizing platforms like LinkedIn, Phenom, Indeed, and SuccessFactors. Managed the applicant progression through the interview and hiring process, including phone screens, interview scheduling, and onboarding initiation.

Candidate Sourcing Recruitment Applicant Tracking Systems Interview Coordination Onboarding LinkedIn Recruiter Indeed SuccessFactors

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Sourcing Specialist - Recruiter

Current

Trane Technologies

Nov 2021 - Present (3 years 8 months)

Sourced and recruited candidates for technical roles, including Engineering, IT, Business Operations, Legal, and HR, using platforms such as LinkedIn, Taleo, Phenom, Indeed, and SeekOut. Developed talent pipelines and supported hiring managers and talent acquisition partners throughout the recruitment process.

Technical Recruiting Candidate Sourcing LinkedIn Recruiter Taleo Indeed SeekOut Training

Operations and Staffing Supervisor

Limited Brands

Aug 2011 - Apr 2014 (2 years 8 months)

Oversaw all aspects of recruiting, hiring, onboarding, training, payroll, and scheduling for store operations. Conducted performance reviews and managed tasks related to employee departures, both voluntary and involuntary.

Operations Management Staffing Recruitment Onboarding Training Development Payroll Management Scheduling Performance Reviews Conflict Resolution

Receptionist (HR Assistant)

Brunk Industries, Inc.

Apr 2014 - Nov 2021 (7 years 7 months)

Managed various HR-related tasks, including compensation and benefits surveys, job description editing, and conflict resolution. Assisted with recruitment efforts by setting up interviews, attending job fairs, and administering aptitude tests.

Compensation Benefits Conflict Resolution Recruitment Interview Coordination Event Planning

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

AVADO

CIPD Level 5 HR Certificate, Human Resources

2021 - 2021

Activities and societies: CIPD Associate Member

Completed the CIPD Level 5 HR Certificate program, earning CIPD Associate Member status. This certification enhanced expertise in human resources practices and principles.

Gateway Technical College

Associate of Applied Science, Supervisory Management

2017 - 2019

Activities and societies: Classes taken include but are not limited to: Supervisory Management; Leadership Development, Communication, Legal Issues for Supervisors, Human Resource Management, Diversity Studies, Ethics: Theory and Applications, Organizational Development

Earned an Associate of Applied Science in Supervisory Management. Coursework included Supervisory Management, Leadership Development, Communication, and Human Resource Management, providing a strong foundation in organizational leadership.

Gateway Technical College

Leadership Essential Certificate, Leadership

2018 - 2018

Activities and societies: Awarded upon completion of all leadership-related classes

Completed the Leadership Essential Certificate program, demonstrating proficiency in leadership principles. This certificate was awarded upon the successful completion of all leadership-related classes.