Master's level graduate and talent acquisition professional who is regarded as a problem-solver, collaborator, and advisor. Detail-oriented and driven to produce high-quality work with integrity and professionalism; able to successfully organize, prioritize, and manage multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment. Adaptive to both independent and team settings and capable of motivating and leading others in the development, direction, and execution of projects and campaigns. Sound business acumen, solid understanding of organizational project management, and exceptional creativity, insight, and critical thinking skills. I am currently taking part in the success of strategic initiatives at an organization that provides challenge, encourages professional growth, and rewards achievement. Excellent communication and active listening skills demonstrated in all of my previous roles. Skilled at prioritizing and completing deadline sensitive tasks efficiently. Effective problem solving and negotiation skills strengthened in customer service and management roles. Leadership skills developed through my team lead role and previous management roles. Ability to work in a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural environment with employees and customers. Commended for strong work ethics, good problem solving skills, and show pride and passion in everything I do.

ORS Recruitment Consultant @ “Making the world a better place to work together.” From October 2015 to Present (3 months) Recruitment Consultant @ ORS Partners, LLC is a leading provider of Outsourced Recruitment Solutions (ORS) and is comprised of top recruiting professionals hired to build and scale venture-backed, high-growth firms across all industries. ORS provides ‘white label recruiting solutions’ that enables clients to focus on their own core business by leveraging our expertise in finding the best talent, increasing internal process efficiencies and improving overall retention and performance management. This differentiated offering allows ORS’ clients to offload their recruiting function without jeopardizing the consistency in their employer brand – a critical component to successful talent management. ORS Partners is founded and launched by the former leadership team of the TWC Group which was the region’s top Recruitment Process Outsourcing firm that was sold to COMSYS/Manpower. To learn more about ORS Partners, please visit www.orspartners.com. From September 2015 to Present (4 months) Talent Acquisition @ Accolade recognized nationally: * America's 25th Most Promising Company by Forbes (revenue, employment, Executive pedigree) * America's #1 Fastest Growing Healthcare Company on Inc. 500 List (revenue) Accolade recognized regionally: * #1 Top Workplace Mid-Sized Companies (2013) * Top Workplaces Award: 5 Time Winner (2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015) - Philadelphia Region (culture) * HirePower Award - State of Pennsylvania (employment) Accolade is an innovative consumer healthcare engagement and influence company, dedicated to helping people get the right care while improving their healthcare experience and lowering costs for large employers, health plans and health systems. Our Accolade Health Assistants® take the time to get to know individuals, understanding the context of their healthcare decisions, building trust and influencing decisions as they navigate the complex healthcare system. By integrating leading technology, analytics and clinical decision support, we’re able to create personalized engagement and care plans for every individual. The result is superior levels of engagement, healthcare cost savings and consumer satisfaction. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Plymouth Meeting, Pa., Accolade has nearly 600 employees serving the families of some of the nation’s largest self-insured employers and payers. We’ve been recognized as one of the nation’s 25 most promising companies by Forbes magazine, the fastest-growing private healthcare company by Inc. 500, and Top Workplace in Philadelphia for five consecutive years. From November 2013 to August 2015 (1 year 10 months) Technical Recruiter @ Aerotek® Inc. is a leading provider of technical, professional and industrial recruiting and staffing services. We are part of Allegis Group® Inc., the largest staffing company in the U.S. and the fourth largest staffing company in the world. Aerotek operates a network of more than 200 non-franchised offices throughout the U.S., Canada and Europe. To learn more about Aerotek and see a complete list of our locations, visit our website at www.aerotek.com. Develop recruiting strategies to identify qualified candidates. Determine and understand customers’ staffing requirements. Evaluate candidates’ strengths compared with customers’ requirements. Identify, select and recommend the best candidate for the client requirement. Negotiate wage rates and other terms of employment with candidates. Maintain industry contacts to gain knowledge and obtain sales leads. Manage and supervise current contract, contract-to-hire and direct placement employees. From December 2012 to November 2013 (1 year) Senior Recruiter @ -Worked closely with hiring managers to devise individual strategic pro-active sourcing strategies to locate and attract top talent. -Provided “high-touch” candidate experience by being accessible and knowledgeable about available positions and the associated business units. -Built and maintained candidate pipeline through ongoing contact with top performers within and outside of industry, employee referrals, and through web sourcing (social media, alumni sites, niche user groups, networking sites). -Advised hiring managers on prevailing market trends and related “difficult-to-fill” positions. From September 2010 to December 2012 (2 years 4 months) Enrollment Advisor/ Team Lead @ Mapped out degree paths for students to achieve academic goals Maintain relationships by building rapport. Responsible for student retention in their degree program. Responsible for qualifying and enrolling students into University of Phoenix, including walking the student through the entire enrollment cycle from start to finish, including helping the student securing there funding and ensuring all applicable paper work is in order. The position also entailed the retention of students throughout their program by providing the best customer service possible at all times. I have also have had the pleasure of mentoring several of our newer teammates and watching them grow and flourish. While I held the position of Team lead I have also conducted many Team and one on one based trainings as well as group trainings and interviews of potential Advisors From February 2008 to March 2012 (4 years 2 months) Phoenix, Arizona Area

Bachelor's Degree, Human Resources Management and Services and Finance @ Temple University - Fox School of Business and ManagementMaster of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Human Resources Development @ University of Phoenix Shefali Patel is skilled in: Talent Acquisition, Applicant Tracking Systems, Recruiting, College Recruiting, Management, Staffing Services, Temporary Placement, Networking, Interviews, Leadership, Training, Talent Management, Sourcing, Technical Recruiting, Internet Recruiting