Serena Lim
@serenalim
Versatile recruiter with 20 years in digital marketing and talent sourcing.
What I'm looking for
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Digital Product & Marketing Manager
Something Mobile UK
Jan 2008 - Present (17 years 5 months)
Responsible for product management, planning and executing integrated marketing initiatives targeted to consumers in the UK. Managed the development and content hub in Malaysia for this UK company.
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
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.
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.
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