Paula Oquaye
Senior Talent & HR Professional | Talent Acquisition, DEIB & HR Operations | PMP | PHRi | MBA Candidate|
- Role
- Senior Talent Advisor at Surge Staffing
- Location
- Columbus, OH, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Paula Oquaye
As a certified Human Resources and Talent Acquisition professional with experience spanning corporate, nonprofit, and global settings. My expertise covers full-cycle recruiting, HR operations, and project coordination, with a strong focus on creating efficient, inclusive, and compliant HR frameworks that enable organizational growth.I have led end-to-end talent acquisition initiatives from entry-level to executive roles, advanced DEIB programs, and supported HR operations leveraging platforms such as Workday, ADP, and Microsoft Office Suite. My approach combines data-driven strategies with relationship-centered leadership to deliver exceptional results for both businesses and candidates.Currently, I am pursuing an MBA in Organizational Leadership while serving as Founder of The Purple Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to youth empowerment and women’s development initiatives in Ghana.Recognized for my adaptability, strategic mindset, and commitment to continuous improvement, I excel in remote and hybrid environments where collaboration, integrity, and innovation drive success.
Experience
Senior Talent Advisor
Feb 2024 — Present · Columbus, OH, US
Partner with senior leadership and hiring managers to design and execute talent acquisition strategies aligned with organizational goals.Lead full-cycle recruitment for mid-to-executive level roles, ensuring quality hires across multiple industries.Coach and mentor junior recruiters on sourcing techniques, interview processes, and candidate engagement best practices.Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, DEIB, and business units to implement equitable hiring processes.Manage onboarding, documentation, and compliance workflows using ADP and internal HR systems.Maintain OSHA, Workers’ Comp, and I-9 compliance for all placements while driving process improvement.
Education
Valor Christian College
Associate of Arts - AA, Communication and Media Studies
Ohio Christian University
Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Human Resources Management and Services
Ohio Christian University
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Organizational Leadership
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