TravelportDirector Global Talent Acquisition & Emerging Talent, Guadalajara Site Lead (People Operations)
Dec. 2022Guadalajara, Jalisco, MexicoEstablished and implemented a full end-to-end hiring process at the new GDL Product & Engineering site, optimizing speed, candidate experience, and quality of hire, achieving an average time-to-hire of 27 days.
Led TA strategy for scaling from 0 to 160 technology hires within the first 12 months of the center’s setup.
Regularly presented to Senior Leadership on recruitment metrics, talent trends, and hiring effectiveness in GDL.
Designed and managed the Emerging Talent Intern Program, overseeing the full intern lifecycle from attraction to onboarding (30+ interns hired to date).
Strengthened employer branding through an employee-led LinkedIn campaign, boosting brand awareness in the local market.
Enhanced candidate experience by creating and integrating employer/employee content across all touchpoints.
Led the local TA team and managed 3rd-party talent sourcing partners.
Championed DE&I initiatives, achieving 25% female hires in GDL through inclusive hiring strategies.
Built strong partnerships with Senior Leadership, Hiring Managers, and People Business Partners, advocating for GDL as a key talent hub.
Served as a ‘culture carrier’, relocating from Travelport HQ UK to represent the People organization and reinforce company values in GDL.
Played a key role in the local Leadership Team, assisting with site selection and the successful opening of the new Providencia office.