Hi, I’m
Mara Canișag
Senior IT Recruiter & People Manager
Bucharest,Romania
Summary
Passionate human resources professional with drive for helping employers recruit, develop and retain qualified candidates. Skilled at partnering with management teams to build employee-centric cultures promoting positive morale and optimizing productivity. Motivating and positive with excellent interpersonal, coaching and communication skills.
Overview
7
years of professional experience
2
Languages
Work History
IT Teams
Senior IT Recruiter & People Manager
1 2022 - Current
Job overview
- Negotiated competitive salary packages for top talent, ensuring company''s ability to attract and retain skilled IT professionals.
- Leveraged social media platforms to effectively promote open positions within organization while expanding outreach efforts among potential applicants in IT field.
- Organized networking events and career fairs, increasing brand visibility within IT community and attracting potential candidates.
- Provided ongoing coaching to junior recruiters, optimizing their skills in identifying top-tier candidates for technical roles.
- Collaborated with HR team members on various projects including workforce planning, performance management, and employee development programs for IT staff members.
- Maintained accurate records of all recruitment activities, providing timely updates to stakeholders on progress toward hiring goals for each role filled or vacancy eliminated.
- Consistently exceeded established hiring KPIs by refining recruitment processes, improving overall team productivity, and ensuring a high level of service delivery.
- Facilitated regular feedback sessions with IT department staff members to assess their satisfaction levels and identify areas for improvement in recruiting practices.
- Established strong relationships with hiring managers, understanding their specific needs and requirements for IT roles.
- Conducted thorough interviews to assess candidate qualifications, resulting in well-matched placements and job satisfaction.
- Streamlined interview process for better efficiency, leading to quicker hiring decisions and improved time-to-fill metrics.
- Provided guidance on career advancement opportunities available in order to retain top talent and maintain high levels of motivation throughout organization.
- Managed budget allocations wisely while also seeking cost-saving measures without sacrificing quality or team satisfaction levels.
- Spearheaded talent acquisition efforts, resulting in a diverse and highly skilled workforce.
- Reduced employee turnover rate by addressing concerns promptly and proactively engaging in conflict resolution efforts.
- Developed nurturing work environment for employees, leading to increased satisfaction and retention rates.
- Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires, bolstering employee job position knowledge and skillset.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Managed over
- Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient workflow processes and time management strategies.
IT Teams
IT Recruiter
04.2021 - 01.2022
Job overview
- Successfully placed candidates in various IT roles, including software developers, network engineers, data analysts, and project managers.
- Developed strong relationships with hiring managers to understand their unique needs for each IT position.
- Negotiated competitive salary packages that satisfied both clients'' budget constraints and candidates'' expectations.
- Increased client satisfaction with IT hires by conducting comprehensive interviews to assess technical skills and cultural fit.
- Utilized various online and offline sources to find talented technical candidates and prepare for screening process.
- Sourced and selected applicants for technical positions within company.
- Developed and implemented strategies to identify and source technical talent for multiple industries.
- Used Boolean searches to develop applicant portfolios for expected openings.
- Built strong relationships with internal and external candidates to ensure excellent hiring experience.
- Wrote and posted technical job descriptions
- Referred candidate resumes to customer account managers for evaluation and submission.
- Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
- Coordinated with IT team leaders to forecast hiring needs and department goals.
- Interviewed candidates using different interview methods and approaches.
- Collaborated with HR leadership regarding candidate salary determinations.
- Assisted with writing job postings and job descriptions for boards.
- Generated and analyzed reports to monitor employee engagement and attrition trends.
Codecool
IT Recruiter
11.2020 - 04.2021
Job overview
- Supported hiring process by scheduling interviews, conducting reference checks and completing various paperwork.
- Improved conversion rates of inquiries into applications by offering ongoing support throughout the decision-making process.
- Maintained accurate records of all interactions with prospects to track progress towards enrollment goals effectively.
- Developed strong relationships with high schools, colleges, and other educational institutions to promote our programs effectively.
- Represented our institution at college fairs, open houses, and other recruitment events to expand our reach in the community.
- Increased the overall number of enrolled students through targeted outreach efforts and personalized followups.
- Established strong partnerships with community organizations to support collaborative efforts in recruiting local talent.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of various recruitment strategies, making necessary adjustments to improve results over time.
- Optimized email campaigns targeting specific demographics resulting in increased engagement rates and application submissions.
- Trained new recruiters in effective methods for engaging prospective students and presenting program offerings compellingly.
eLogiss Systems
IT Recruiter (Freelancer)
08.2020 - 04.2021
Mediator Group SRL
PR Partner
01.2020 - 01.2021
Job overview
- Developed communications strategies to drive forward progress in public relations.
- Developed compelling content for company website and social media channels, driving user engagement and conversions.
- Restructured department workflows for greater efficiency, allowing more time to focus on high-impact projects that drove tangible business results.
- Managed crisis communications, minimizing potential damage to company reputation.
- Conducted thorough market research to identify target audiences and develop tailored messages.
- Developed key message frameworks to ensure consistent messaging across all channels and touchpoints within the organization.
- Optimized email marketing campaigns by segmenting mailing lists based on customer preferences.
Studio Video Art
Assistant Manager & Recruiter
01.2019 - 11.2020
Job overview
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various projectstasks.
- Collaborated with the management team to develop strategic plans for business growth and improvement.
- Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
- Coordinated schedules to arrange management interviews with applicants.
- Negotiated competitive salary packages with candidates, resulting in successful offers and acceptances.
- Advertised job opportunities on social media platforms and job boards.
- Managed high-volume requisitions in a timely manner to meet client staffing needs efficiently.
- Increased candidate placements by developing and maintaining relationships with clients and candidates.
- Evaluated strengths and weaknesses of candidates through effective screening processes.
Kindergarten number 192
English Teacher
03.2018 - 12.2018
Job overview
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage children in English language learning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Increased children motivation by providing timely feedback and recognizing individual achievements.
- Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
- Worked with other teachers to support struggling students and provide thorough help to rectify comprehension issues.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Assisted in development of extracurricular activities and special events.
BioLumiMedica
HR Recruiter
01.2017 - 02.2018
Job overview
- Supported onboarding initiatives for new hires, contributing to a smooth transition into the organization.
- Verified applicant references and employment details.
- Enhanced candidate experience by streamlining the interview process and providing timely feedback.
- Evaluated strengths and weaknesses of candidates through effective screening processes.
- Negotiated competitive compensation packages for new hires, promoting long-term retention of key employees.
- Developed recruiting strategies to identify qualified candidates and build network.
- Managed full-cycle recruiting processes, resulting in successful placements and employee satisfaction.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to identify talent needs and develop effective job descriptions.
- Coordinated schedules to arrange management interviews with applicants.
- Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
- Advertised job opportunities on social media platforms and job boards.
- Built strong relationships with internal and external candidates to ensure an excellent hiring experience.
Education
Spiru Haret UniversityBucharest, B
Bachelor of Arts from Foreign Languages (English + German)
10.2017 - 05.2020
Absolute School TrainingBucharest, B
Certificate of Completion from Human Resources Manager
06.2020 - 05.2020
Absolute School TrainingBucharest, B
Certificate of Completion from Human Resources Inspector
04.2020 - 05.2020
Skills
Technical knowledge
Training and mentoring
Recruitment Management
Adaptability and Flexibility
Decision-Making
Excellent Communication
Employee Relations
Teamwork and Collaboration
IT job market understanding
Onboarding
Client Relationship Management
Interviewing
Recruitment and retention strategies
Salary Negotiation
Technical knowledge
References
References available upon request
Timeline
IT Recruiter
IT Teams
04.2021 - 01.2022
IT Recruiter
Codecool
11.2020 - 04.2021
IT Recruiter (Freelancer)
eLogiss Systems
08.2020 - 04.2021
Absolute School Training
Certificate of Completion from Human Resources Manager
06.2020 - 05.2020
Absolute School Training
Certificate of Completion from Human Resources Inspector
04.2020 - 05.2020
PR Partner
Mediator Group SRL
01.2020 - 01.2021
Assistant Manager & Recruiter
Studio Video Art
01.2019 - 11.2020
English Teacher
Kindergarten number 192
03.2018 - 12.2018
Spiru Haret University
Bachelor of Arts from Foreign Languages (English + German)
10.2017 - 05.2020
HR Recruiter
BioLumiMedica
01.2017 - 02.2018
Senior IT Recruiter & People Manager
IT Teams
1 2022 - Current