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Patrick White

@patrickwhite

Talent Acquisition Lead with expertise in optimizing recruitment strategies.

United States

What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that values diversity, fosters growth, and challenges me to innovate in recruitment strategies.

I am a dedicated Talent Acquisition Lead and Senior Recruiter with a proven track record in building high-performance teams and enhancing recruitment strategies for dynamic SaaS companies. My experience spans across various roles, where I have successfully optimized hiring processes, resulting in significant reductions in time-to-hire and improved candidate experiences. I take pride in fostering diverse talent pipelines and delivering exceptional results in fast-paced environments.

Throughout my career, I have led talent acquisition efforts for companies experiencing rapid growth, such as BigTime Software and Elevate K-12. My strategic approach has led to a 63% reduction in average time to hire and a 96% offer acceptance rate. I am passionate about leveraging data-driven insights to enhance recruitment practices and ensure alignment with organizational goals. My commitment to diversity and inclusion has resulted in a 33% increase in diversity hires, showcasing my dedication to creating equitable hiring practices.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Independent Talent Acquisition Consultant

Independent

Jul 2024 - Present (11 months)

Consulted for various companies on recruiting opportunities, successfully sourcing and hiring for multiple roles including sales and corporate positions. Utilized advanced sourcing techniques to fill specialized roles across different sectors.

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Senior Recruiter

BigTime Software

Feb 2022 - Jul 2023 (1 year 5 months)

Led talent acquisition for a rapidly growing SaaS company, managing full-cycle recruiting for various roles including executive positions. Achieved significant reductions in time-to-hire and improved candidate experience metrics.

EK

Talent Acquisition Manager

Elevate K-12

Feb 2021 - Feb 2022 (1 year)

Managed talent acquisition for an educational technology company, successfully hiring for technical and executive roles. Established a global talent attraction process and improved hiring efficiency across departments.

KA

Senior Account Executive

Kazoo

Nov 2018 - Nov 2019 (11 months)

Exceeded sales quotas by selling HR software to US companies, employing strategic sales techniques to close significant deals and manage client relationships.

CA

Account Executive

CareerBuilder

Sep 2016 - Nov 2018 (2 years 2 months)

Sold HR software to medium-sized businesses, consistently achieving sales quotas and managing a substantial book of business.

SG

Talent Strategist

Sourcing Solutions Business Group

Aug 2013 - Sep 2016 (3 years 1 month)

Ranked among the top performers in talent acquisition, partnering with hiring managers to identify needs and source candidates effectively. Led training for new hires.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Northwestern University logoNU

Northwestern University

Master of Science, Communication and Strategic Leadership

2020 - 2022

Pursued a Master of Science in Communication and Strategic Leadership, focusing on effective communication strategies and leadership principles to drive organizational success.

Illinois State University logoIU

Illinois State University

Bachelor of Science, History

2007 - 2011

Completed a Bachelor of Science in History with a minor in Psychology, studying historical events and their impacts on society while gaining insights into human behavior.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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