Roberto Serrano
Barranquilla,CUN
Summary
Senior recruiter with over 12 years of experience in talent acquisition for various sectors, including venture capital, consulting, staffing, and BPO. I am a forward-thinking professional with a strategic mindset, specializing in developing effective HR sourcing and recruitment plans. My passion is driving teams toward common project objectives with a clear, compelling vision.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
DevRel Associate & Technical Recruiter
X-Team
04.2021 - Current
- Vetting and screening a global pool of external candidates and referrals for roles in software development, software architecture, DevOps, and product management.
- Managing the end-to-end recruitment process, including candidate outreach, interviewing, and offer negotiation.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including Recruitment and Business Development, to ensure high-quality hires and meet project goals.
- Maintaining and enhancing referral programs by defining strategic goals and implementing new strategies to keep the programs attractive.
Recruiter & Human Resources Generalist
AI Fund
08.2019 - 04.2021
- Developed and implemented targeted recruitment strategies to attract top talent.
- Developed and executed sourcing strategies, primarily on LinkedIn and other social media platforms.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to define job requirements and candidate profiles.
- Utilized applicant tracking systems to streamline recruitment processes and improve efficiency.
- Conducted in-depth interviews to assess candidate qualifications and cultural fit.
- Identified and engaged with candidates for engineering, Founder in Residence, and business roles within the AI and high-tech sectors.
- Partnered with hiring managers to set priorities, negotiate timelines, and streamline the hiring process to prevent bottlenecks.
- Managed HR compliance by requesting, organizing, and controlling all required hiring and HR documentation in Colombia.
- Conducted on-boardings and satisfaction surveys, and reported process irregularities to propose and implement necessary improvements.
Talent Acquisition Specialist & Campus Recruitment
Amaris Consulting
09.2017 - 05.2019
- Coordinated and managed recruitment projects for two Canadian business lines: Engineering and Pharmaceutical / Life Sciences.
- Defined and implemented recruiting and sourcing strategies, conducting pre-screenings and interviews to fill multi-location roles.
- Developed a professional network of engineers in the aeronautical, rail, transportation, and pharmaceutical industries.
- Acted as the main point of contact for the CAMPUS program in Colombia, developing partnerships with top universities and student associations.
- Participated in and organized external university events, ensuring compliance and collecting data for future traceability and improvement.
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Webhelp OneLink
10.2015 - 08.2017
- Partnered with hiring managers on recruitment projects for customer service and administrative positions.
- Sourced potential candidates from job boards, social media, and corporate/school events.
- Conducted pre-screenings, interviews and created job posts on job boards and social media.
- Developed a talent pipeline for different account managers.
- Tracked candidate progress and prepared documents for HR compliance.
International Recruiter
SGF Global
11.2014 - 10.2015
- Developed and maintained strong candidate relationships through effective communication strategies.
- Conducted comprehensive interviews to assess skills, qualifications, and cultural fit.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to identify candidates for projects in the US and Saudi Arabia within the Oil & Gas industry.
- Tracked candidate progress, provided feedback, and negotiated compensation packages between candidates and hiring managers.
Recruitment and Selection Specialist
Sitel
08.2013 - 11.2014
- Partnered with hiring managers on recruitment projects for customer service and technical support positions.
- Sourced candidates from job boards and social media, and conducted pre-screenings and interviews.
- Developed a talent pipeline and prepared documents for HR compliance.
- Tracked candidate progress and provided feedback.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline communication channels and optimize operational workflows.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Universidad Del Norte
Barranquilla, Colombia11-2011
Skills
- Staffing and recruitment
- ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems)
- Talent sourcing
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Computer skills
- Relationship building
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Preparing reports
- Problem-solving
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability and flexibility
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
DevRel Associate & Technical Recruiter
X-Team
04.2021 - Current
Recruiter & Human Resources Generalist
AI Fund
08.2019 - 04.2021
Talent Acquisition Specialist & Campus Recruitment
Amaris Consulting
09.2017 - 05.2019
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Webhelp OneLink
10.2015 - 08.2017
International Recruiter
SGF Global
11.2014 - 10.2015
Recruitment and Selection Specialist
Sitel
08.2013 - 11.2014
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Universidad Del Norte