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As an experienced in-house recruiter in fast-paced tech environments, I'm passionate about fostering diversity and inclusiveness. I excel in sourcing talent and identifying the right skills beyond job titles. My adaptability allows me to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders, including executives, in startups and scale-ups. I'm dedicated to creating a positive candidate experience and building teams that thrive.

Talent Acquisition Specialist - Goodnotes

(2024-04 - 2024-10)

AI note-taking app loved by millions around the world - Apple iPad of the year 2022

• Successfully sourced and recruited iOS and Backend Engineers (AI team) across Europe and Asia for the core engineering team, utilizing platforms like LinkedIn and Otta.
• Identified and leveraged high-impact job posting sites to attract top talent.
• Led Korea-specific recruitment efforts for Goodnotes, one of the company's largest markets, and filled key business and engineering roles within two months by securing a local, experienced recruiter.
• Utilized Greenhouse ATS

Recruiting Business Partner - Viva Republica (Toss) - Seoul

(2021-02 - 2024-04)

#1 South Korean fintech company active in lending, payment services, financial services and stock brokerage

• Early member of the talent team - contributed to the growth of five subsidiaries
• Handled in-house recruiting through LinkedIn, local career websites
• Recruiting for both engineering teams and business roles, particularly in banking and payments.
• Organized developer events like hackathons and tech conferences
• Managed bulk recruitment for new grads
• Utilized Greenhouse ATS and Workday for HR platform

Recruiter - Sendbird - Seoul

(2019-09 - 2021-01)

Messaging API company

• Conducted weekly interviews and verified applicant details.
• Managed relationships with business leaders regarding hiring plans and candidates.
• Operated applicant tracking systems and coordinated job requisitions and applications - Backend, Frontend, Business positions
• Collaborated with recruiting teams and HR to meet hiring goals.
• Managed onboarding preparation and coordinated people-related services and policies.
• Utilized Greenhouse ATS

Talent Acquisition Coordinator - WeWork - Seoul

(2018-11 - 2019-09)

• Coordinated interview logistics, including scheduling and communication, managed candidate expense reimbursements, supported job postings, and facilitated recruiting events.
• Assisted with special HR projects, vendor management, and utilized ATS platforms like Workday, Hirevue, and Greenhouse.

HR Operation - BRAVOCOMPANY Ltd. - London

(2018-03 - 2018-09)

FPS Mobile Game startup

• Managed recruitment and selection processes, facilitated visa arrangements for foreign employees, supported team environment, and implemented diversity policies.
• Conducted staff appraisals, managed performance, and oversaw workload.
• Handled office software, filing systems, budget management, and developed new administrative systems.

Recruiter - BiNAREE Inc. - Seoul

(2017-03 - 2018-03)

Mobile Game startup

• Managed recruitment and selection, organized new employee orientation, contracted vendors for employee services, represented the organization in personnel matters, supported a positive work environment, and addressed employee relations and grievances.

B.A. - Psychology - Syracuse University (2012-08 - 2016-05)