Abby Gentry
Raleigh
Summary
Dynamic Principal Recruiter at Egnyte with a proven track record in global talent acquisition and strategic sourcing. Enhanced candidate engagement and reduced time-to-fill by implementing innovative recruitment processes. Skilled in offer negotiation and fostering strong candidate relationships, achieving high satisfaction rates among hiring managers.
Professional recruiter with solid experience in talent acquisition and workforce planning. Focused on aligning recruitment strategies with organizational goals and fostering collaborative team environments. Skilled in developing effective candidate pipelines, leveraging data-driven insights, and adapting to evolving recruitment needs. Reliable, results-driven, and adept at navigating complex hiring landscapes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Principal Recruiter
Egnyte
03.2019 - Current
- Implemented innovative sourcing methods, utilizing social media platforms and networking events to engage top talent in the market.
- Reduced time-to-fill for key positions through streamlined recruitment processes and proactive candidate sourcing techniques.
- Managed recruitment life cycle from job posting to offer acceptance, ensuring efficient communication between all stakeholders involved in the hiring process.
- Achieved high levels of satisfaction among hiring managers through proactive communication and exceptional candidate presentation.
- Coached candidates throughout the interview process, providing valuable feedback on resume preparation and interview techniques to improve their chances of success.
Talent Acquisition Manager
ZP Group
10.2018 - 02.2019
- Increased the quality of new hires by refining job descriptions, setting clear expectations, and establishing performance metrics for success.
- Reduced time-to-fill rates by utilizing advanced recruitment tools such as applicant tracking systems and social media platforms.
- Identified and created recruitment and administrative performance metrics and data to analyze trends, drive change, and assess progress.
Corporate Recruiter
Affordable Care Inc., LLC
11.2016 - 10.2018
- Negotiated offers with selected candidates, balancing both company budget constraints and individual salary expectations for mutually beneficial agreements.
- Collaborated with various departments to define job qualifications.
- Partnered with HR team to develop comprehensive onboarding programs, fostering successful integration of new hires into the organization.
- Facilitated new hire orientation and scheduling.
- Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
Technical Recruiter
Vaco
05.2015 - 11.2016
- Successfully filled numerous hard-to-source roles by utilizing creative search methods and tapping into niche networks.
- Sourced and selected applicants for technical positions for various clients.
- Streamlined recruitment processes for improved efficiency, utilizing applicant tracking systems and recruiting software.
- Maintained accurate records of all recruitment activities and provided regular updates to stakeholders on progress towards hiring goals.
- Utilized various online and offline sources to find talented technical candidates and prepare for screening process.
Recruiter
Hawthorne Executive Search
01.2012 - 05.2015
- Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
- Coordinated schedules to arrange management interviews with applicants.
- Managed high-volume requisitions in a timely manner to meet client staffing needs efficiently.
- Developed strong understanding of industries served, allowing for targeted recruiting efforts for specialized positions.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV12-2004
Skills
- Candidate relationship management
- Recruitment process improvement
- Global talent acquisition
- Strategic sourcing
- Remote hiring strategies
- Executive search
- Passive candidate engagement
- Technical recruiting
- Applicant tracking systems
- Employee referral programs
- Offer negotiation
- Competitive intelligence research
Timeline
Principal Recruiter
Egnyte
03.2019 - Current
Talent Acquisition Manager
ZP Group
10.2018 - 02.2019
Corporate Recruiter
Affordable Care Inc., LLC
11.2016 - 10.2018
Technical Recruiter
Vaco
05.2015 - 11.2016
Recruiter
Hawthorne Executive Search
01.2012 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Arts - History
West Virginia University
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