Lisa Semerdjian

About Lisa Semerdjian

I’m a senior recruiter and strategic talent partner with 12+ years of experience helping high-growth companies build teams that actually scale—thoughtfully, efficiently, and with care for both the people and the business. I focus on complex, high-impact roles across GTM, Engineering, Data, and Finance and usually in fast-moving environments where there’s no perfect playbook. That’s where I do my best work: bringing structure, clarity, and sound judgment when things are ambiguous or moving quickly. What I’m known for- Turning business goals into clear, executable hiring plans - Building real trust with hiring managers—through preparation, honesty, and follow-through - Moving with urgency while still protecting quality and candidate experience - Bringing calm, structure, and consistency to high-pressure hiring I’m especially interested in how AI can improve recruiting, not by replacing human judgment, but by making it sharper and more effective. I care about doing the work well, being clear and honest, and building teams that hold up over time.

Experience

1. Senior Recruiter

   Blackpoint Cyber

   May 2024 — Present · Seattle, WA, US

   Collaborate with leadership to understand and address current and future hiring needs across the Sales and G&A organization, including roles such as Director of CS, BDRs, AE’s, Partner Account Managers, Sales Engineers, VP of FP & A, Head of IT, BI Analyst, and more- Manage full life cycle recruitment, which includes developing targeted sourcing strategies utilizing LinkedIn Recruiter, Ashby, and other sourcing tools- Strategically advise hiring managers and partners on best practices, manage expectations and be a true partner and an extension of their teams- Conduct comprehensive phone and video interviews to evaluate candidate skills, experience, and culture-add for a fast-paced, collaborative environment- Manage all aspects of the recruiting and offer process, including salary negotiation, scheduling, and ensuring a seamless onboarding experience for new hires.

Education

• Cornell University

  Human Resources Management

  2020

• Udemy Alumni

  Certificate, Leadership Skills Training: Become an Inspiring Leader!

• Udemy Alumni

  Employee Engagement Management Coaching Certificate

• Centennial College

  Bachelor's degree, Creative Advertising

• Udemy Alumni

  Certificate

Skills

• Recruiting
• Account Management
• Interviews
• Management
• Staffing Services
• Social Media
• Sourcing
• Talent Management
• Leadership
• Talent Acquisition
• Temporary Placement
• Career Development Coaching
• Resume Writing
• Interview Preparation
• Applicant Tracking Systems
• Interviewing
• Social Media Marketing
• Human Resources
• Onboarding
• Digital Strategy