Serena LimSL
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Serena Lim

@serenalim

Versatile recruiter with 20 years in digital marketing and talent sourcing.

Malaysia

What I'm looking for

I seek a dynamic role where I can leverage my recruitment expertise and contribute to a collaborative team culture focused on growth and innovation.

With 20 years of diverse experience across F&B, hospitality, digital marketing, advertising, live music talent management, and recruitment, I have honed my skills in connecting exceptional candidates with their dream roles. For the past 8 years, I have specialized as a recruiter in Media, Digital Marketing, Marketing, and Tech, utilizing my expertise to partner with clients and define job requirements effectively.

My journey has taken me through various roles, including Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant and Regional Senior Talent Sourcing Specialist, where I successfully sourced top candidates for prestigious companies. I pride myself on my ability to build meaningful relationships, adapt to changing environments, and provide strategic insights to clients. My passion for recruitment is driven by my commitment to finding the right fit for both candidates and organizations.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

NS
Current

Associate Partner

NWC Talent Search S/B

Nov 2022 - Present (2 years 7 months)

Partnered with clients to define job requirements and recruitment strategies, providing regular feedback on progress. Utilized relevant sourcing tools to identify top candidates and conducted friendly-approach interviews and reference checks.

GM

Regional Senior Talent Sourcing Specialist

GroupM Malaysia

Jan 2022 - Present (3 years 5 months)

Part of the APAC team, responsible for talent sourcing for HK & AUNZ offices across all agencies under GroupM. Utilized relevant sourcing tools to identify top candidates and screened candidates via phone and virtual video.

GM

Regional Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

GroupM Malaysia

Jan 2021 - Present (4 years 5 months)

Hired to assist Talent Acquisition in crucial hires for MY and HK offices. Utilized relevant sourcing tools to identify top candidates for positions such as Media Planners, Performance Marketers, and e-Commerce Specialists.

KM

Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant

Kinetik Hiring Malaysia

Jan 2020 - Present (5 years 5 months)

Assigned as an on-site recruiter for Mindvalley for three months. Tasked to source and recruit for their Marketing & Content Development team.

RI

AVP, Digital Content

Rakita (part of Impact Integrated)

Jan 2019 - Present (6 years 5 months)

Initially responsible for Digital Marketing, Content Strategy & Website management. Later assigned to lead RAKITA’s Digital Content Production department, managing a team of content producers, social media specialists, copywriters, and designers.

DV

Co-Founder

Dayangku Luxe Ventures

Jan 2018 - Present (7 years 5 months)

Co-founded an online marketplace selling fashionable eyewear and kaftans. Responsible for Marketing, Partnerships, eCommerce & Social Commerce management, product sourcing & design.

LR

Specialist Recruiter

Leapscout Recruitment

Jan 2016 - Present (9 years 5 months)

Responsible for talent sourcing through to the offer stage across demanding Digital Media, Digital Marketing & Creative desks. Successfully filled challenging roles, turning candidates around from decline to acceptance with mentoring & counselling.

XR

Recruitment Consultant, Digital (Interim)

Xpand Group Singapore (now Salt Recruitment)

Jan 2016 - Present (9 years 5 months)

Hired for four months to fill Digital Media, Digital Marketing & Creative Tech roles locally in Malaysia, as Xpand did not have a physical office there. Managed the full recruitment cycle for these specialized positions.

SR

Marketing & Digital Talent Agent

Salt Recruitment

Jan 2012 - Present (13 years 5 months)

Responsible for developing & maintaining trusted relationships with Marketing & Digital talents, matching them with leading global & local clients. Managed corporate clients from various industries and overachieved targets for four quarters.

MP

Artiste & Client Manager

Milestone Production

Jan 2010 - Present (15 years 5 months)

Responsible for developing & maintaining trusted relationships with Marketing & Digital talents, matching them with leading global & local clients across Advertising, Media, Tech & PR agencies. Managed corporate clients from FIS to Telco, Education, eCommerce, Broadcasting & Travel industries, overachieving targets for four quarters.

MS

Digital Senior Account Manager

M&C Saatchi

Jan 2009 - Present (16 years 5 months)

Single-handedly project managed three of Celcom’s corporate websites and one mobile site, including account servicing. Responsible for strategic counsel to clients, budgeting, and managing third-party Digital agencies.

AS

Senior Executive, Product & Marketing

Astro

Jan 2003 - Present (22 years 5 months)

Pioneered the Digital team in Astro Radio, responsible for ideation, strategy, and implementation for client promo campaigns. Transferred to Astro Digital to plan, manage, and execute daily marketing activities for AstroMobile & Astro Interactive TV, and was part of the pioneer product team developing Maxis & Celcom’s first 3G portals.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

SC

SAE Int. Technology College

Diploma, Multimedia Production

Completed a Diploma in Multimedia Production. Gained foundational knowledge and skills in various aspects of multimedia content creation.

SC

SAE Int. Technology College

BA (Hons), Multimedia Arts

Pursued a Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Multimedia Arts. Collaborated with Middlesex, UK, to enhance understanding of multimedia principles and practices.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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