Yaryna Larson

About Yaryna Larson

I’m a driven HR professional with 8 years of experience in the human resources space, with a strong focus on Talent Acquisition. I’m passionate about helping individuals discover and pursue career paths that align with their goals and potential.My career has spanned both dynamic startup environments and established corporate settings, giving me a well-rounded perspective on hiring strategies, organizational culture, and workforce development. I thrive on building authentic connections, streamlining recruitment processes, and delivering exceptional candidate experiences.Whether scaling teams from the ground up or enhancing talent strategies in large organizations, I bring energy, empathy, and a results-driven mindset to every challenge. I’m always looking to connect with others who are passionate about people, purpose, and growth.

Experience

1. Senior Talent Acquisition and HR Operations Partner

   Werner Enterprises

   Nov 2025 — Present

   Partner with executive and senior leadership to understand short- and long-term business objectives and develop workforce and talent acquisition strategies that align with organizational goals- Advise leaders on market trends, competitive intelligence, compensation insights, and talent availability- Serve as a thought leader on recruiting strategies- Manage and execute the full recruitment lifecycle for roles, from intake through hire date- Develop and implement proactive, creative, and diverse sourcing strategies- Maintain applicant tracking system (ATS) data integrity and reporting- Analyze recruiting metrics (e.g, time-to-fill, quality of hire, source effectiveness)- Mentor, train, and provide guidance to Talent Acquisition Partners and other members of the Talent Acquisition team- Collaborate with Employee Relations, Compensation, and Learning & Development teams to ensure a cohesive talent strategy- Lead process improvement initiatives and projects across the talent acquisition function, enhancing efficiency, scalability, and compliance- Participate in and lead additional projects as assigned within the Human Resources function to support organizational priorities and continuous improvement initiatives.

Education

• University of Nebraska-Lincoln

  Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Human Resource Management

  2013