Manuel Jose ArangoMA
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Manuel Jose Arango

@manueljosearango

Lead recruiter with 6+ years in global talent acquisition.

Colombia

What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role that values innovation in recruitment and offers opportunities for professional growth.

I am a Lead & Senior Recruiter and HR Manager with over 6 years of experience in driving end-to-end recruitment and HR initiatives across global markets, including North America, LATAM, India, and Europe. My expertise lies in IT and SaaS recruitment, where I have successfully recruited executives, directors, and various technical roles. I leverage ATS tools, AI automation, and data-driven decision-making to optimize hiring outcomes and improve retention strategies.

Throughout my career, I have implemented innovative recruitment strategies that have resulted in significant improvements in efficiency and candidate satisfaction. At Kojo, I successfully hired over 8 candidates while reducing response times by 30% through automation. My experience at Phillytech involved leading a recruitment team and hiring over 55 candidates with a 90% retention rate, showcasing my ability to manage diverse recruitment needs effectively.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

SS

Sr. Recruiter

SD Solutions

Dec 2023 - Dec 2024 (1 year)

Managed diverse recruitment needs across various teams, including Engineering, Product, and Digital Marketing, resulting in 35 hires with a 92% retention rate. Designed and executed comprehensive recruitment strategies, encompassing both inbound and outbound approaches.

PT

HR Manager/Lead Recruiter

Phillytech (Now SaaS Talent)

Aug 2021 - Aug 2023 (2 years)

Managed the end-to-end candidate experience, from sourcing to offer negotiation, successfully hiring over 55 candidates across 27 positions with a 90% retention rate. Led a recruitment team of 6-10 members, improving recruitment efficiency by 30% through AI and automation tools.

LC

HR Manager

Lendflow Colombia

Jan 2021 - Aug 2021 (7 months)

Directed the entire recruitment process for USLATAM, focusing on developing the new Colombian office and successfully hiring over 27 new employees with an 87% retention rate. Created a new performance appraisal system, which improved overall performance by 20%.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

BL

BiiA Lab

Certification, Neurocoaching

Completed a certification program in Neurocoaching. Gained expertise in applying neuroscience principles to coaching practices for enhanced personal and professional development.

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Universidad EAFIT

Exchange Scholarship, Psychology

Awarded a full scholarship for two academic exchange semesters. Studied at Universidad EAFIT in Medellín, Colombia, enriching academic experience through international exposure.

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Universidad de Antioquia

Bachelor’s degree, Psychology

Grade: 4.5 / 5.0

Emphasized HR & Organizational Psychology, achieving a GPA of 4.5 out of 5.0. Focused on understanding human behavior within organizational contexts and applying psychological principles to improve workplace dynamics.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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