ALICIA ZARATE
Quezon City, Philippines | - |-www.linkedin.com/in/alicezarate
SUMMARY
Accomplished and results-driven Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist with over 15 years of experience in full-cycle
recruitment across multiple industries, including IT/Tech, Engineering, Finance, Marketing, Sales, Manufacturing,
Construction, Logistics, and Energy. Expert in identifying and engaging both active and passive candidates using cuttingedge sourcing tools, social media platforms, and advanced ATS systems. Proven track record of developing and
executing high-impact sourcing strategies that have led to a 200% increase in qualified candidate pipelines, a 30%
reduction in time-to-hire, and the successful placement of over 500 professionals in critical roles. Passionate about
building strong talent pipelines, improving recruitment processes, and delivering exceptional results for global clients.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist
DFP Recruitment| Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Nov 2022 – Present
Proactively sourced both active and passive candidates across multiple sectors, leveraging advanced tools like LinkedIn, niche
job boards, and social media platforms, resulting in a 25% increase in candidate engagement.
Developed and implemented creative and tailored talent sourcing strategies, reducing time-to-hire by 20% for high-demand
roles.
Utilized market insights and data to refine sourcing strategies, ensuring alignment with client needs and staying competitive in a
challenging talent market.
Successfully contributed to several government agency placements, focusing on both temporary and permanent positions.
Collaborated closely with internal recruitment teams and hiring managers to align sourcing efforts with business priorities and
candidate profiles.
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Berkner Group | California, USA
Aug 2021 - Oct 2022
Led recruitment efforts for high-demand IT, technical, and engineering positions, sourcing 500+ candidates per month and
consistently meeting placement targets.
Increased the qualified candidate pipeline by 200% through innovative sourcing strategies and AI-driven tools, enhancing the
talent pool for clients.
Engaged and attracted passive candidates using LinkedIn, Indeed, and niche job boards, resulting in a 40% increase in candidate
quality and successful role placement.
Streamlined the recruitment process using Workable and Manatal ATS, reducing time-to-hire by 30% and improving recruitment
team productivity.
Partnered with hiring managers to create clear, compelling job descriptions and deliver exceptional candidate experiences
throughout the hiring process.
Senior Recruiter
HR National | Sydney, Australia
Jan 2009 – July 2021
Successfully sourced and placed over 500 engineers in a competitive market, leveraging Boolean searching and advanced
sourcing techniques.
Built and maintained a strong network of passive candidates, engaging through social media and industry events, resulting in a
70% increase in passive talent placements.
Developed and implemented a customized CRM system that improved candidate engagement, leading to a 40% increase in
recruiter efficiency.
Collaborated with clients to understand their talent needs and designed recruitment solutions tailored to their organizational
culture and requirements.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Full-Cycle Recruiting & Talent Acquisition
Talent Sourcing & Candidate Pipelining
Passive Candidate Engagement & Relationship Management
Advanced Boolean Search & Market Mapping
ATS & CRM Systems Management
Data-Driven Recruitment Strategies
Cross-Industry Recruiting (Tech, Engineering, Finance, etc.)
EDUCATION
University of the Philippines
Bachelor of Elementary Education, Major in Special Education
