Technical Talent Wrangler @ 1stdibs is the world's leading online marketplace for the most beautiful things on earth.
At 1stdibs, we're here to connect the world's best dealers, finest shops and most important galleries with individuals like you, the world's most sophisticated collectors, designers and curators.
If you're interested in a beautiful career at 1stdibs, please email me at linda.le@1stdibs.com or visit our website at www.1stdibs.com/about/careers/ From July 2015 to Present (6 months) Greater New York City AreaRecruiting Lead/Talent Engineer/Talent Wrangler @ At Myplanet, we build the right thing, fast. Myplanet empowers organizations with UX design & technology solutions to support the delivery of great web-based products. We believe firmly in the power of user-centered design, open source and agile principles.
Our expertise is based on three key pillars:
1. We are relentless in uncovering user truth. We obsessively validate user needs by applying user-centered design and Lean methodologies.
2. We embrace rapid product development. Our agile team structures and streamlined delivery support quick and efficient design and development with minimum waste and world-class quality.
3. We empower the enterprise. Building great products is not enough—we thrive on the opportunity to empower. Through highly flexible engagement models, we enable, support, and enhance the teams we work with
As a fellow Myplaneteer, I was tasked with working alongside our leadership team to strategize and establish best practices for recruitment.
Main Roles:
Director of Sales
Director of Product
Senior Front End Developer
Senior Visual Interface Designer
Senior Interaction Designer
Fullstack Developer From May 2014 to June 2015 (1 year 2 months) Toronto, Canada AreaSenior Recruiter - Digital Media @ The Creative Group specializes in the placement of highly skilled marketing, advertising and creative design professionals on a project basis. My focus is on connecting digital professionals with outstanding clients for projects, positions and contracts. I assist with the following:
• Recruiting and placing Digital and Creative professionals with our clients
• Managing ongoing engagements to deliver outstanding customer service to both
clients and candidates
• Providing consistent communication and career guidance to candidates
• Participating with industry related trade associations and local networking events
to increase our presence within the local creative community.
Main Roles
* Front End Developers
* UX Designers/Interactive Designers
* Senior Interactive Art Directors
* Drupal Developers
* PHP Developers
* Mobile Developers - iOS, Android From July 2013 to April 2014 (10 months) Toronto, Canada AreaGlobetrotter @ From June 2012 to June 2013 (1 year 1 month) HR Generalist @ * Assisted in the creation of the HR department from the ground up by implementing HR initiatives that included: 360 Degree Performance Appraisal, Compensation Mapping, Joint Health and Safety Committee, Revising Vacation policy
* Provided full cycle recruitment support, including preparation of job postings, sourcing candidates, pre screening, interviewing, conducting reference checks and preparing offers of employment
* Administered benefit enrollments and worked with insurance carrier to address any benefits questions from all employees
* Created processes for on-boarding and training/development for new hires
* Maintained complete confidentiality in regards to employee information From June 2011 to May 2012 (1 year) Toronto, Canada AreaHR Projects Coordinator @ * Provided administrative support to the HR department including preparing correspondence,
preparing offer letters and employment agreements to prospective employees for both
Canada and US sites
* Administrated new hire kits to new employees and input employees/update changes into company
benefits payroll systems for both US and Canadian employees
* Revised existing New Hire Orientation Policy to be consistent throughout all sites in Canada
and the US
* Assisted in relocations for employees including communication with corporate moving company and
handling of applicable expenses
* Responsible for the distribution of Service Awards to employees on a monthly basis
* Processed benefit invoices/statements and make sure payments are made in a timely manner
* Provided assistance with drafting both the Anti Harassment and Workplace Violence policies From September 2009 to May 2011 (1 year 9 months)
B.Comm, Human Resources Management @ Ryerson UniversityRetail Buying @ George Brown College From 2010 to 2010 Linda Le is skilled in: Performance Management, Talent Acquisition, Recruiting, Human Resources, Onboarding, Organizational Development, Customer Service, Benefits Administration, Leadership, New Hire Orientations, Employee Benefits, Deferred Compensation, Job Descriptions, Employee Relations, Personnel Management
Websites:
https://www.1stdibs.com