Samantha Motyka
Talent Advisor @Softchoice
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WORK HISTORY
Talent Advisor @Softchoice
Toronto, ON, CA
Talent Advisor | Driving Strategic Hiring & Inclusive Talent Initiatives at SoftchoiceAs a Talent Advisor at Softchoice, I lead full-cycle recruitment for Sales, Operations, Finance, and Technical roles, ensuring top-tier talent acquisition aligned with business goals. My approach combines strategic sourcing, inclusive hiring practices, and partnership-driven engagement to deliver measurable impact.What I Do:• Build strong candidate pipelines through proactive sourcing and advanced talent tools.• Partner with leadership to meet hiring metrics and deliver successful outcomes for Inside Sales and beyond.• Champion diversity and inclusion by curating equitable candidate slates and guiding leaders through fair selection processes.• Act as a business partner to create trust-based relationships with hiring managers to uncover ideal candidate profiles, understand pain points, and deliver tailored talent solutions.Community & Advocacy:• Women in Technology Sales (WITS): Serve as a Softchoice Ambassador, facilitating speed interviews and workshops to attract and empower female talent.• Blacks in Technology (BIT): Act as Partnership Owner, driving stakeholder alignment, amplifying engagement, and increasing program visibility.Impact Highlights:• FY24: Hired 18 Account Executives during a critical growth period.• FY25: Achieved 100% to quota, consistently meeting organizational hiring goals.• FY25: Achieved 43% gender diversity across Softchoice\'s Territory Sales Division • FY25: Received 2 nominations for Softchoice\'s \"Fast Start Award\" This award recognizes team members who are new to Softchoice and have already demonstrated, by their performance and attitude, that they are a highly valued team members.
EDUCATION
Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology
Diploma
ABOUT SAMANTHA MOTYKA
Passionate about connecting people with opportunities that align with their career goals. I bring a global perspective and a dynamic career journey to Talent Acquisition. After two years exploring the world as a Flight Attendant, I discovered my true calling in recruitment where strategy meets impact and people are at the heart of every decision.As a Talent Advisor at Softchoice, I lead end-to-end recruitment across Sales/GTM, Finance, IT, and Corporate functions. I partner closely with business leaders to shape organizational goals, optimize pipelines, and hire for impact. My approach blends creativity with data: building sourcing strategies informed by insights, educating hiring managers on talent trends through LinkedIn Talent Insights, and aligning KPIs to accelerate time-to-fill without compromising quality.I’m deeply committed to equity in workplace and champion initiatives that create access and belonging. As Partnership Owner for Blacks in Tech (BIT), I drive outreach and hiring outcomes that make a difference. I also collaborate with Women in Technology, expanding mentorship and event opportunities for women and allies in technology.Previously, as Senior Account Manager at Sales Talent Agency, I led business development across Canadian and U.S. markets, strengthened client partnerships, delivered analytical reporting, and mentored colleagues as a Team Lead where I consistently exceeded my targets.Graduated with a Diploma in Tourism & Travel from Algonquin College, I combine creativity with analytical rigor to design efficient hiring programs and deliver exceptional candidate experiences. My top Clifton Strengths: Woo, Arranger, Includer, Self-Assurance and Achiever. These strengths shape how I show up: a connector who energizes teams, a strategic organizer who brings clarity to complexity, and a driven operator committed to meaningful outcomes.What motivates me? Building relationships, elevating underrepresented talent, and delivering hiring results that move the business forward.
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