Deborah James
Senior Manager Talent Acquisition @OpenText
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WORK HISTORY
Senior Manager Talent Acquisition @OpenText
Waterloo, ON, CA
As Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition at OpenText, I lead a high-performing team focused on hiring top talent across IT, Digital, Legal, HR, and Finance. I partner closely with business leaders to shape recruitment strategies, drive sourcing and pipeline initiatives, and deliver an exceptional candidate experience. With a focus on data-driven decision-making, inclusive hiring, and stakeholder alignment, I help ensure we attract and retain the talent that powers our global growth.
EDUCATION
Seneca Polytechnic
Associate's degree, Tourism and Travel Services Management
University of Alberta
Certificate, Indigenous Canada
University of Toronto
Certificate, Project Management
Conestoga College
Diploma, Human Resources Management
ABOUT DEBORAH JAMES
As Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition at OpenText, I lead a high-performing team responsible for hiring top talent across IT, Digital, Legal, HR, and Finance. I work closely with business leaders to shape strategic recruitment plans, build proactive talent pipelines, and champion an inclusive, data-driven hiring approach that supports global growth.With a background spanning talent branding, executive search, recruitment operations, and early career programs, I bring a holistic view to talent acquisition—ensuring both an exceptional candidate experience and strong alignment with business goals. I\'m passionate about developing future-focused hiring strategies, building high-impact teams, and fostering a culture of equity, excellence, and innovation in everything we do.
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