A detail-oriented and driven accounting professional seeking to leverage a comprehensive background in financial management, budget analysis, and strategic planning. Proven ability to streamline processes, reduce costs, and contribute to financial growth. Adept at handling complex financial data and producing accurate reports for decision-making. Achievements include centralizing recruitment operations, improving applicant tracking, and reducing processing times. Complex problem-solver with a superior work ethic and excellent organizational abilities. Seasoned recruitment professional with 15 years of experience. Find the best candidates that meet job needs and enhance company operations. Knowledgeable about a wide range of traditional and digital recruitment strategies.
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Eldorette McLean
Boksburg
Summary
Overview
8
years of professional experience
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Edge Property Group
Recruitment Manager
1 2022 - 06.2024
Job overview
- Managed recruitment budgets and financial planning for recruitment campaigns
- Tracked and analyzed recruitment metrics, including cost-per-hire, to optimize budgetary allocation
- Collaborated with finance team to ensure recruitment strategies aligned with overall financial goals.
- Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
- Mentored junior recruiters in best practices and strategies for sourcing top talent, contributing to team growth and development.
- Negotiated competitive salary packages and benefits for new hires, contributing to an improved employer brand image and increased employee satisfaction.
- Conducted thorough interviews and assessments to identify top talent, ultimately increasing employee retention rates within the company.
- Collaborated with marketing team members to create engaging job advertisements that accurately represented company values and attracted suitable applicants.
- Met with managers to discuss vacancies, applicant qualifications, and characteristics of top candidates.
- Collaborated with HR to integrate onboarding programs with recruitment efforts, smoothing transition for new hires and accelerating their productivity.
- Designed, developed, and implemented successful recruitment process to fill vacancies each year
- Devised hiring and recruitment policies for employee company
Art Link Art Galleries (Israeli based Company)
International Sales & Art Director
07.2018 - 03.2020
Job overview
- Lead the team in the design and development of art exhibitions through the development of marketing and sales strategies and plans to connect with guests and potential buyers alike.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive visual storytelling in product packaging designs.
- Elevated brand awareness by creating visually striking marketing materials for print and digital campaigns.
- Improved brand consistency by developing and implementing comprehensive visual guidelines across all platforms.
- Maximized project efficiency with meticulous attention to deadlines, budget constraints, and client expectations.
- Developed memorable event branding materials, contributing to successful trade shows and conference experiences.
- Delivered consistent visual messaging across multiple channels, including email marketing campaigns, website banners, and print collateral.
Solutions 4 U
Digital Marketing Manager
10.2017 - 07.2018
Job overview
- Drive sales through the design and development of bespoke Social Media marketing strategies and campaigns
- Develop digital online campaigns
- Account Management, Budget, and revenue management
- The company Media representative for Radio talk shows.
- Developed and implemented successful digital marketing campaigns to drive customer engagement and increase brand awareness.
- Managed social media accounts for clients, generating interest for existing and upcoming product or service releases.
- Boosted brand awareness through the creation of engaging social media campaigns.
- Increased website traffic by developing and implementing a comprehensive SEO strategy.
- Continuously monitored digital trends to identify new opportunities for leveraging emerging technologies in strategic marketing efforts.
- Analyzed competitor activity in the marketplace to inform adjustments in positioning, messaging, and promotional strategies.
Old Mutual SA Ltd | Personal Financial Management
Sales Manager
08.2016 - 08.2017
Job overview
- Led financial planning and budgetary control for nationwide operations
- Developed and managed budgets for marketing and sales campaigns
- Monitored and reported on financial performance, contributing to the division's strategic planning.
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
- Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
- Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
- Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent followups.
- Led a successful sales team by providing motivational coaching and performance-based incentives.
- Managed key accounts with strategic planning and relationship building, resulting in increased customer loyalty and repeat business.
Park West Gallery
Art Auctioneer
07.2012 - 06.2016
Job overview
- Managed multi-million-dollar transactions, ensuring accurate financial reporting
- Budgeted for and financially managed art exhibitions and auctions
- Produced detailed financial reports on sales performance for senior management.
- Expanded client base through targeted networking efforts at industry events and conferences.
- Maximized revenue for sellers with effective negotiation skills during live auctions.
- Appraised merchandise before sale and assembled merchandise in lots according to estimated value of individual pieces or type of article.
- Fostered positive relationships with fellow professionals within the auction community to facilitate collaboration opportunities.
- Increased bidder participation by developing engaging and informative auction catalogs.
- Developed personalized sales strategies tailored to individual client needs resulting in higher satisfaction and increased repeat business.
Education
University of Johannesburg
BCom International Accountancy
University Overview
Status: Studies still in progress (Third Year)
Damelin CollegeJohannesburg
Diploma in Events Management
01.2006 - 12.2008
University Overview
Status: Graduated 2010
Damelin CollegeJohannesburg
Diploma in Retail Travel
01.2009 - 12.2010
University Overview
Status: Graduated 2008
Voortrekker High SchoolJohannesburg
National Certificate
01.2022 - Current
University Overview
Status: Graduated 2005
Skills
Financial Analysis
Careerbackground
Careerbackground
- Recruitment Manager, Edge Property Group, 2022-01-01, 2024-12-31, Managed recruitment budgets and financial planning for recruitment campaigns., Tracked and analyzed recruitment metrics, including cost-per-hire, to optimize budgetary allocation., Collaborated with finance team to ensure recruitment strategies aligned with overall financial goals.
- International Sales & Art Director, Art Link Art Galleries (Israeli based Company), 2018-07-01, 2020-03-31, Led the team in the design and development of Art Exhibitions through the development of marketing and sales strategies and plans, to connect with guests and potential buyers alike.
- Digital Marketing Manager, Solutions 4 U, 2017-10-01, 2018-07-31, Drive sales through the design and development of bespoke Social Media marketing strategies and campaigns, Develop digital online campaigns, Account Management, Budget, and revenue management, The company Media representative for Radio talk shows
- Sales Manager, Old Mutual SA Ltd | Personal Financial Management, 2016-08-01, 2017-08-31, Led financial planning and budgetary control for nationwide operations., Developed and managed budgets for marketing and sales campaigns., Monitored and reported on financial performance, contributing to the division's strategic planning.
- Art Auctioneer, Park West Gallery, 2012-07-01, 2016-06-30, Managed multi-million-dollar transactions, ensuring accurate financial reporting., Budgeted for and financially managed art exhibitions and auctions., Produced detailed financial reports on sales performance for senior management.
Professional Development
Professional Development
- Internal courses at Park West Gallery 2012-2016
- Office Management
- Micros-Fidelio
- First Aid Team Health & Safety
- Basic Ship Hygiene
References
References
Available on requestTimeline
Voortrekker High School
National Certificate
01.2022 - Current
International Sales & Art Director
Art Link Art Galleries (Israeli based Company)
07.2018 - 03.2020
Digital Marketing Manager
Solutions 4 U
10.2017 - 07.2018
Sales Manager
Old Mutual SA Ltd | Personal Financial Management
08.2016 - 08.2017
Art Auctioneer
Park West Gallery
07.2012 - 06.2016
Damelin College
Diploma in Retail Travel
01.2009 - 12.2010
Damelin College
Diploma in Events Management
01.2006 - 12.2008
Recruitment Manager
Edge Property Group
1 2022 - 06.2024
University of Johannesburg
BCom International Accountancy
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