Grace Burleson
Senior Campus Recruiter @Elliott Davis
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WORK HISTORY
Senior Campus Recruiter @Elliott Davis
Greenville, SC, US
Lead full life‑cycle recruitment for internship and entry‑level roles.•Manage a multi‑state campus territory, developing tailored recruitment strategies to strengthen talent pipelines across blitz, growth, and core universities.•Build and maintain strategic relationships with career services, faculty, student organizations, and other campus influencers to increase brand visibility and secure top talent.•Utilize Handshake Premium to enhance employer branding, run targeted campaigns, increase student engagement, and track applicant analytics for continuous improvement.• Develop strong peer recruiter relationships, partnering with internal teams and internal campus ambassadors to support campus events, interviews, and branding initiatives.• Design, plan, and execute seasonal programming including summer leadership programs, spring externships, and pipeline engagement activities.•Track trends in campus recruitment, emerging student expectations, and competitive market behavior to proactively adjust strategy and maintain a strong employer value proposition.•Plan and manage logistics for career fairs, interviews (on‑campus and virtual), networking events, presentations, and firm‑hosted recruiting experiences, ensuring seamless execution.•Utilize data, market research, and event analytics to evaluate performance, identify pipeline gaps, and refine recruitment strategies for improved conversion outcomes.•Serve as a trusted advisor to students and early‑career candidates, providing transparent guidance on career paths, expectations in public accounting, and preparation for interviews.•Manage offer processes and conversion strategies, including touch‑points, communication plans, and engagement efforts to increase offer acceptance and internship conversions to full‑time hires.
EDUCATION
University of South Carolina
Master of Education - MEd, Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Coastal Carolina University
Middle Level Education, Mathematics and History
ABOUT GRACE BURLESON
Passionate Campus Recruiter | Former Educator | Relationship Builder As an experienced senior campus recruiter, I thrive on building meaningful relationships with university partners and students, connecting top talent with the right opportunities. My background in middle-level education has given me a strong foundation in mentorship, leadership, and communication.Before transitioning into recruitment, I spent 9+ years as a middle school math teacher, where I: Led a back-to-back, award-winning mock trial team Coached first-year teachers and college students Designed and led professional development sessions Served on school and district-wide leadership teams Conducted interviews for new and experienced teachersI hold a Bachelor’s in Middle School Education (Mathematics & History) and a Master’s in Educational Leadership (Secondary Level).In my current role at Elliott Davis, I lead and collaborate with our recruiting team and practice group leaders to attract and hire high‑caliber interns and associates. I oversee territory management for the campus team and implement best‑practice strategies to ensure we stay ahead of evolving recruitment trends.I drive efforts to identify, establish, and strengthen partnerships with new universities, expanding our presence and deepening our campus engagement. I am particularly passionate about building influencer relationships, developing compelling recruitment campaigns, and proactively monitoring industry shifts to keep our approach innovative and competitive. Outside of Work: You\'ll find me watching college and professional football ( Go Bengals!), spending time with my family, and soaking up the sun. Let’s connect! I’m always open to networking, sharing insights, and helping students kickstart their careers.
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