Patrick White
@patrickwhite
Talent Acquisition Lead with expertise in optimizing recruitment strategies.
What I'm looking for
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
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.
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.
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.
Senior Account Executive
Qualtrics
Nov 2019 - Feb 2021 (1 year 3 months)
Achieved over 100% quota selling experience management software to mid-market companies, utilizing various sales strategies to identify client needs and upsell services.
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.
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.
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
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
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.
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