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Sabreen Akarah

Sabreen Akarah


Experienced Talent Acquisition Manager with a Track Record of Excellence



Professional Overview
Sabreen Akarah is an accomplished Talent Acquisition Manager with extensive experience in driving successful recruitment strategies for leading organizations. With a strong background in university relations, emerging talent programs, and engineering recruiting, she brings a unique blend of expertise to her current role at Rivian.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the Manager of Talent Acquisition at Rivian, Sabreen is responsible for leading a team of recruiters and developing innovative approaches to identifying, attracting, and hiring top talent. In this role, she oversees the entire talent acquisition lifecycle, from sourcing and screening to onboarding and employee engagement.

Career Progression
Prior to her current position, Sabreen served as the Team Leader for University Relations at Rivian, where she played a pivotal role in expanding the company's campus recruitment efforts and building strong partnerships with leading academic institutions. Before that, she held the role of University Recruiter, Emerging Talent Programs, where she successfully implemented programs to attract and develop early-career professionals.

Sabreen's earlier experience includes roles as an Engineering Recruiter at Aerotek and internships at the Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF) and the Syracuse Model Neighborhood Facility, Inc. These diverse experiences have equipped her with a well-rounded understanding of talent acquisition strategies and the ability to navigate complex hiring landscapes.

Academic Background
Sabreen holds a Bachelor's degree from Syracuse University, where she developed a strong foundation in research, data management, and consulting.

Areas of Expertise
  • Talent Acquisition Strategy and Implementation

  • University and Campus Recruitment

  • Emerging Talent Programs and Early-Career Development

  • Engineering and Technical Recruitment

  • Data-Driven Approach to Talent Management

  • Stakeholder Engagement and Cross-Functional Collaboration


Professional Impact
Throughout her career, Sabreen has consistently demonstrated her ability to drive impactful results. As the Team Leader for University Relations at Rivian, she spearheaded initiatives that led to a 25% increase in the company's campus hire rate. In her previous role as a University Recruiter, Sabreen developed and implemented a successful internship program that resulted in a 30% conversion rate to full-time hires.

Conclusion
Sabreen Akarah is a seasoned Talent Acquisition professional with a proven track record of excellence. Her deep expertise in university relations, emerging talent programs, and engineering recruitment, combined with her data-driven approach and strong leadership skills, make her a valuable asset to any organization seeking to build and maintain a high-performing workforce.