Elena K.

Recruiter

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates12 yrs 3 mos experience

Highly Stable

Key Highlights

Over 10 years in strategic talent acquisition.
Expert in building high-performing teams globally.
Proven track record in reducing time-to-hire.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a strategic leader in Global Talent Acquisition and Executive Search across diverse industries.

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Skills

Core Skills

Global Talent AcquisitionExecutive SearchGlobal Recruitment StrategiesEmployer BrandingTalent Management

Other Skills

Recruitment AnalyticsC-suite placementsData analysisExecutive onboarding programsTalent StrategyMarketing campaignsEmployer branding strategyCandidate assessment frameworkTalent pipelinesSourcing strategiesOnboarding and orientation sessionsHuman Resources Information Systems (HRIS)Applicant Tracking SystemsContract RecruitmentTechnical Recruiting

About

With 10+ years in strategic talent acquisition and executive search, I’ve built high-performing teams and driven successful hiring across IT and non-IT roles globally, including C-suite leaders, technical specialists, and business professionals in markets like the UAE, Americas, Asia, Europe, and CIS. I’ve developed Talent Acquisition functions from the ground up, leading cross-functional teams in Recruitment and Marketing. My expertise in sourcing, employer branding, and data-driven strategies has streamlined hiring processes, reduced time-to-hire, and secured top talent in competitive markets. Core Strengths: Executive Search Building & Leading Talent Teams Global Recruitment Strategies Employer Branding Stakeholder Management Recruitment Analytics

Experience

12 yrs 3 mos

Total Experience

2 yrs 9 mos

Average Tenure

1 yr 3 mos

Current Experience

Freedom finance menat

Global Executive Search Recruiter

Mar 2025 – Present · 1 yr 3 mos · Abu Dhabi (ADGM) · On-site

Develop and implement comprehensive global hiring strategies aligned with business goals, while actively managing the end-to-end recruitment process — from sourcing to onboarding.
Ensure all recruitment practices are fully compliant with regulatory frameworks, including FSRA/ADGM and DFSA/DIFC guidelines.
Source, screen, and secure top-tier talent in competitive markets, utilizing a mix of direct sourcing, networking, and strategic partnerships.
Build and maintain strong talent pipelines for critical and confidential roles, ensuring business continuity and succession planning.
Track and analyze key recruitment metrics (e.g., time-to-fill, source effectiveness) to drive continuous improvement in both strategy and process.
Enhance employer branding and candidate experience through targeted messaging, process transparency, and engagement.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders, HR, Compliance, and external vendors to ensure smooth and compliant hiring operations across all locations.

Global Recruitment StrategiesEmployer BrandingRecruitment AnalyticsGlobal Talent AcquisitionExecutive Search

Dyninno group

Global Executive Search Recruiter

Sep 2023 – Mar 2025 · 1 yr 6 mos · Dubai (DIFC) · On-site

Specializing in C-suite placements within the FinTech, Travel, Entertainment Industries for 20 global offices.
Successfully conducted end-to-end hirings in Middle East, Americas, Europe, and Asia.
Developed and nurtured a network of high-caliber professionals, allowing quick access to top talent and reducing time-to-hire by up to 30%.
Utilized recruitment metrics and data analysis to improve decision-making processes, reducing recruitment costs by 15% while improving the quality of hires.
Expertise in conducting discreet and confidential searches for sensitive, high-level positions globally.
Designed and executed executive onboarding programs that improved retention by 25%, ensuring smoother transitions and faster integration for senior leaders.
Led high-impact recruitment strategies that attracted top talent, resulting in a 30% increase in the quality of hires.
Built strong relationships with C-suite and senior management, acting as a trusted advisor on recruitment strategies, succession planning, and leadership development.

C-suite placementsData analysisExecutive onboarding programsExecutive SearchGlobal Recruitment Strategies

Peak

Senior Manager, Talent Strategy & Employer Brand

Aug 2020 – Aug 2023 · 3 yrs · Greater London, England, United Kingdom · On-site

Led the setup of a new Dubai office, managing end-to-end hiring while ensuring compliance with local regulations.
Built and managed a cross-functional team of 8, consistently achieving key performance indicators on time.
Designed and executed multi-touchpoint marketing campaigns to attract top talent across international markets.
Optimized recruitment workflows, improving efficiency by 25% and increasing candidate conversion rates by 15%, tailored to global markets.
Developed strategic partnerships with hiring managers and stakeholders, aligning talent acquisition with business goals and global compliance standards.
Enhanced employer branding, driving a 25% increase in candidate engagement and a 15% boost in social media interactions through targeted, data-driven content.

Talent StrategyEmployer BrandingMarketing campaignsGlobal Recruitment Strategies

Tata consultancy services

Senior Talent Acquisition Manager

Jun 2016 – Aug 2020 · 4 yrs 2 mos · India & UK · On-site

Directed and streamlined an employer branding strategy that skyrocketed the company’s visibility among top talent, resulting in 50 hires for senior roles in a span of a month.
Restructured and revitalized Corporate Engagement and Culture initiatives resulting in a 30% increase in employee satisfaction and 120% ROI on paid advertising activities.
Coordinated targeted job ad campaigns across LinkedIn, Glassdoor and Indeed; elevated applications by 25% and reduced time to fill positions by 15%
Implemented a candidate assessment framework, incorporating behavioral interviews and skills assessments, resulting in a 25% improvement in hiring accuracy and cultural fit.
Developed and maintained talent pipelines, proactively sourcing and engaging with potential candidates for future hiring needs, reducing time-to-fill critical positions by 30%.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including HR, hiring managers, and department heads, to ensure alignment of recruitment strategies with organizational goals and foster a positive candidate experience.

Employer branding strategyCandidate assessment frameworkTalent pipelinesTalent ManagementGlobal Recruitment Strategies

National research university — higher school of economics

Human Resources Specialist

Jan 2014 – May 2016 · 2 yrs 4 mos · Moscow, Russia · On-site

Developed and maintained a talent pipeline resulting in a 60% reduction in time-to-fill.
Collaborated with hiring managers to identify and hire top talent resulting in a 20% increase in employee productivity.
Reinvented onboarding and orientation sessions resulting in a 100% reduction in churn rate.
Developed and implemented innovative sourcing strategies, including social media recruitment, employee referrals, and partnerships with industry-specific organizations, resulting in a 50% increase in candidate pool diversity and a 40% decrease in cost per hire.

Sourcing strategiesOnboarding and orientation sessionsTalent ManagementGlobal Recruitment Strategies