Karen Jacks

Senior Director Talent Acquisition @Ryan Companies US, Inc.

Atlanta, GA, US

Develop and execute a comprehensive talent acquisition strategy aligned with the company’s goals and growth objectives.• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of talent acquisition professionals (recruiters, sourcers, recruiting coordinators and early career program lead).• Collaborate with senior leadership and hiring managers to understand staffing needs, develop job descriptions, and define recruitment strategies for various roles.• Oversee the end-to-end recruitment process, including sourcing, interviewing, assessing, and onboarding top talent.• Leverage data analytics and recruitment metrics to monitor, measure, and enhance the effectiveness of talent acquisition strategies.• Implement and manage applicant tracking systems (Workday) and other recruitment technologies to streamline processes and improve candidate experience.• Drive diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives within the recruitment process to ensure a diverse and inclusive workforce.• Stay abreast of industry trends, market conditions, and best practices in talent acquisition and make recommendations for continuous improvement.• Build and maintain relationships with external recruitment partners, industry networks, universities, and professional organizations to enhance talent pipelines.• Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements related to hiring practices and employment laws.