Professional Overview
Maria Figueroa Barrientos is a Talent Acquisition Analyst with over 3 years of experience in the People function at leading organizations in Chile. She specializes in recruitment, selection, and talent management, with a focus on driving innovative and data-driven talent strategies to support organizational growth and excellence.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As an Analista de Talent Acquisition - People at NTT DATA Europe & Latam, Maria is responsible for leading end-to-end talent acquisition initiatives, including sourcing, screening, and facilitating the hiring of top-tier candidates. She collaborates cross-functionally to align talent requirements with business objectives and develops tailored recruitment campaigns to attract quality talent. Through her data-driven approach, Maria has streamlined hiring processes and delivered a 25% reduction in time-to-fill for critical roles.
Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Maria served as a Coordinadora de Reclutamiento y Selección and Analista de Reclutamiento y Selección at R&Q Ingeniería, where she managed the full recruiting lifecycle and implemented employee referral programs that increased internal talent pipelines by 30%. She also gained valuable experience as an Encargada de Reclutamiento y Selección (Practicante) at CMPC, contributing to the development and execution of effective talent acquisition strategies.
Academic Background
Maria holds a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management from the Universidad de La Frontera, where she graduated with distinction and was recognized for her outstanding academic performance.
Areas of Expertise
- Talent Acquisition and Recruitment
- Employer Branding and Candidate Experience
- Talent Management and Workforce Planning
- HR Data Analytics and Reporting
- Stakeholder Management and Collaboration
Professional Impact
Throughout her career, Maria has demonstrated a strong commitment to driving positive organizational impact through innovative talent strategies. She has played a key role in enhancing employer brand and candidate experience, leading to a 40% increase in qualified applicants for critical roles. Additionally, her data-driven approach has enabled the implementation of targeted talent development initiatives, resulting in a 15% increase in internal promotions.
Conclusion
With her extensive experience, strategic mindset, and data-driven expertise, Maria Figueroa Barrientos is a highly capable Talent Acquisition Analyst poised to make a significant contribution to the People function at NTT DATA Europe & Latam. Her passion for talent management and track record of delivering measurable business impact make her a valuable asset to any organization.
